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Kristina Puga // Mar. 6, 2013 // 1:10 PM

“Donuts With Dads” was created to help some LA children without fathers. Male role models from the community come to read books with the kids. More



Kyle Scott // Dec. 19, 2012 // 9:00 AM

Are schools doing enough to teach students the soft skills employers value? More



Danya Bacchus // Oct. 16, 2012 // 12:30 PM

Ivan Mendoza, a California senior with Down Syndrome, was elected homecoming king after receiving tremendous support from his peers. More



Robert Slavin // Oct. 10, 2012 // 9:00 AM

Education policy should be focused on improving both. More



C. Ed Massey // Sep. 22, 2012 // 10:00 AM

C. Ed Massey, President of National School Boards Association explains how you can get involved in your local schools. More



Delia Pompa // Sep. 22, 2012 // 10:00 AM

Senior VP of Programs for National Council of La Raza Delia Pompa details how to engage Latino students. More



Sesame Street // Sep. 22, 2012 // 10:00 AM

The residents of Sesame Street share fun ways to get your young child prepared for school. More



Ralph Smith // Sep. 22, 2012 // 10:00 AM

Managing Director for the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading Ralph Smith tells how to improve early childhood literacy. More



Melissa Rey // Sep. 21, 2012 // 8:00 PM

Buick Achiever Scholarship Program National Winner Melissa Rey talks about growing up with dyslexia and loving science. More



Suzanne Harper and Frank Signorello // Sep. 21, 2012 // 8:00 PM

Suzanne Harper and Frank Signorello from Girl Scouts of the USA tell how to spark girls' interest in STEM areas. More



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