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Being a ‘First’ Is My Great Honor. But It’s Not Enough.

“What’s the point of being the first if you end up being the last?”

A Lot of Students Are Just Checking Out of School Right Now

“I have no motivation."

Students Shouldn't Be Graded During a Global Pandemic

As a teacher, I think we should use a universal pass system.

We Need to Make the SAT and ACT Optional — For Good

The test-optional movement should extend beyond the current crisis.

School Nurses Are Giving Their All During the Coronavirus Pandemic

In the face of public health crises, school nurses have a vital role to play.

Colleges Are Boosting Financial Aid for Wealthier Students

At the expense of lower-income students.

So Many Celebs Are Teaming Up to Read Stories to Kids Whose Schools Are Closed

Save With Stories aims to help children who rely on school for meals.

What to Know About Distance Learning During the Coronavirus Outbreak

The shift to online education won’t be easy.

These Rhode Island Students Are Fighting for the Right to an Education

Public schools in Providence are a mess — so these students formed a union.

These Public School Advocates Fear a Bloomberg Presidency

“He was trying to privatize and dismantle public education.”

Malala Says Greta Is the Only Friend She'd Skip School For

The duo appeared together in pics posted to social media.

If You Care About Your Federal Student Loans, Take the Census

Billions of dollars are at stake.

7 Ways Betsy DeVos Is Bad for Education

In three short years, the damage she’s done is legendary.

Schools Are Using Apps to Track Students’ Movements

This is creepy.

Why Some Teachers Are Getting Rid of Grades

“When it comes down to it, grades are fairly worthless.”

Malala on Education, Islamophobia, and the Power of Teen Girls' Anger

"The last decade was a decade of youth activism, but the next one is going to be about youth change-making.”

The First Black Woman to Earn a Physics PhD From University of Glasgow Just Graduated

"I made space for myself in a predominantly white, male field."

Young People Are Being Paid the Same, Despite Skyrocketing Debt

But the cost of college has increased dramatically over the past 10 years.

Worried About Student Loans? Learn About These 4 Bills

Congress will soon be considering these higher-education bills.

Here's Why Legacy Admissions Are an "Unwarranted and Unfair Advantage"

“The daughters and sons of Harvard College alumni/ae may receive an additional look.”