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10 Great Recently Banned Books to Check Out

The books touch on sexuality, racism, and other topics that affect our everyday lives.

The Creative Ways Students Are Standing Up to Book Bans

From protests to podcasts.

Inside the Fight Over Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill

Students at over 20 schools staged a walkout in protest.

Florida's "Don't Say Gay" Bill Advances as Lawmakers Nationwide Attempt to Erode LGBTQ Rights

"It's a conscious strategy.”

Lack of Student Loan Relief Harms Black Women the Most

Black women have more student debt than any other demographic group.

The Dangerous Conservative Lies About Affirmative Action

43% of all white Harvard students are legacy, athletes, or kids of donors or staff.

What Happens When a Community’s Schools Are Closed Down?

“There’s been no evidence that closing underserved schools will help students in any way.”

It’s Really Disappointing Harvard Professors Didn’t Listen to Students

Three grad students accused a longtime professor of sexual harassment. 

More States Want to Restrict How LGBTQ+ People, Issues Are Discussed in Schools

“It’s a perfect storm for exacerbating what’s already a growing problem." 

I'm Tired of the Empty Celebrations Around Black History Month

Spare us the quotes from civil rights icons. We need action now.

Students Have a Plan to Make Their School Districts Listen

Chi-RADS is building community and student power.

Parents Face Punishment for Keeping Kids at Home During COVID

“I am not willing to sacrifice my child’s health for the sake of the economy.”

Inside the Student Walkouts

"You can’t ignore this.”

Stop Comparing Everything to the Holocaust

No, COVID safety measures are nothing like the Holocaust.

The SAT Is Finally Going Digital

No more pencils or filling in bubbles.

Virginia Mom Charged After Threatening to Bring Guns to School Over Masks

Amelia King, 42, apologized after her comments to her county school board spread online.

My Dad Is In Prison. I Tutored His Guard’s Son.

Throughout his life, Michael Tubbs defied the odds.

Students Are Walking Out During the Omicron Surge

"We are the people who have to go to school and risk catching COVID-19."

Students “Don't Feel Safe” Returning to School Amid Omicron

Students and teachers are worried about safety as they return to school after winter break.

Chicago Mayor Cancels School After Teachers Vote for Remote

"If we had the option to do remote, then real learning could happen.”