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Mark Edwards // Mar. 19, 2013 // 11:29 AM

Mark Edwards explains how an investment in technology and the mantra “Every child, every day” has transformed Mooresville Graded School District. More



Trei Dudley // Feb. 11, 2013 // 8:39 AM

Many of America’s youth feel that their concerns are not being addressed, and some are petitioning for their voice to be heard. More



Michael J. Petrilli // Nov. 13, 2012 // 5:00 PM

Upper-middle-class parents are sending children to public schools in increasing numbers, and public policy must change to support racial integration. More



Andrew K. Miller // Nov. 12, 2012 // 8:00 AM

Games can provide a safe and engaging environment for kids to try, fail, and try again. More



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

Education policy should be focused on improving both. More



Jon Dudas // Sep. 13, 2012 // 9:21 PM

Success in STEM subjects requires students to embrace failure as a stepping stone to success. More



Eric Cooper and Veronica McDermott // Aug. 29, 2012 // 4:55 PM

A focus on test-taking is reinforcing paralyzing stereotypes in the classroom. More



Nikhil Goyal // Aug. 16, 2012 // 9:38 AM

The recent cheating scandal at New York City's Stuyvesant High School shocked the community, but high school student Nikhil Goyal says it should come    More



Lucille O'Neal // Jul. 23, 2012 // 11:30 AM

Shaquille O'Neal's mom shares some tips for keeping kids engaged during the lazy summer months. More



Emily Kirkpatrick // Jun. 20, 2012 // 5:00 PM

Kids are spending more and more time online, so how do we make sure their digital toolkits are opening doors for the future? More



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