Tag: student reporting
We portray disabilities to make the able feel good
How do we portray disabled people? Can we portray them more accurately or in a way that will help to ease their inclusion in a diverse society?
Movie review: Hidden Figures
A movie about the role black women played in NASA's rocket programs in the 60s brings home some important lessons for students everywhere.
DeVos pauses on sexual assault, Title IX
What will be the effect of Betsy DeVos as US Ed. Sec. on campus sexual assault and other Title IX or civil rights violations in our schools?
DeVos wants local control for guns in schools
Should we allow guns in schools? Betsy DeVos didn't commit Tuesday for a Senate comte. but thinks the question should be under local control.
DeVos considers non-college success paths
Providing options for post-secondary education that lead to successful lives is touted by Education Secretary-designate Betsy DeVos and a student in Illinois.
Cuba, immigration on the minds of Miami students
Students in Miami opine about immigration—in the US and around the world. What model should the US use, for example, in dealing with Cuba?
Hinsdale art tilts toward today’s troubles
An art show at Hinsdale Central put a lot of work, and emotion, in the creations. It made quite an impression, as many pieces dealt with contemporary issues.
College apps bring their fair share of stress
Applying to college is tough these days, and the process sometimes stresses students out, esp. the essays. Rejection can be worse, but there's hope.
Md. girl pepper sprayed; Chicago students react
Some Chicago high school students suggest ways police might better serve and protect citizens in our diverse communities.
St. Viator choir director brings faith to music
At a Catholic high school, it's easy to perform sacred music at a choir concert. Public schools, too, often perform sacred music. Good thing.










