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Fifty years ago, a new character named Franklin made his debut in the Peanuts comic strip, becoming the first African-American character in the beloved series. This groundbreaking addition was a result of a correspondence...

Career and technical education (CTE) programs play a crucial role in helping students gain industry experience and set goals for their future careers. In light of the growing demand for healthcare workers, CTE programs...

In a large lecture class on early British literature, Professor Ayanna Thompson noticed a shift in the room when the topic of race was brought up while studying Othello. This experience led her to...

Bloomington High School South science teacher Kirstin Milks recently led a lesson discussing human-caused climate change and potential technologies that could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The lesson included a conversation with high school...

A couple of months ago, as summer was approaching, I discussed the importance of reading to your children, even as they grow older. The response was heartwarming and engaging, with many people sharing their...

Parents understand the importance of talking and reading to their young children. Many organizations have emphasized the benefits of these activities in improving literacy skills. However, the focus has primarily been on literacy, leaving...

Students in the Dunham School District (DSD) in California are in for an exciting school year as they return to classrooms with innovative resources to enhance their science education. The district, located in the...

Welcome to Week 9 of the Summer Reading Contest! This week, we have some exciting stories that caught everyone's eye.Recently, the United States women's gymnastics team claimed gold in the team competition at the...

With apologies to Gilbert and Sullivan, but I meant the other type of English major: a person who studied English at university. American maths author Ben Orlin has a new book out aimed at...

Jonathan Kozol is a well-known writer who has shed light on the inequalities in public schools for decades. His powerful writing has brought attention to the challenges faced by Black and Hispanic students in...

Moral discourse in the U.S. has reached a critical point, prompting the governor of Louisiana to sign a law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in every public classroom. While the intention behind...

Technological advancements in education have transformed classrooms, making them more reliant on network infrastructure than ever before. However, many institutions lack the necessary networking solutions to ensure constant connectivity. This issue can lead to...

Our Summer Reading Contest has been a platform for teenagers worldwide to share their thoughts on New York Times articles for 15 years. This year, students have the option to submit written comments or...

The education minister in Northern Ireland has issued a sincere apology for a data breach that exposed the personal information of over 400 individuals who had volunteered to participate in a review of special...

Vice President Kamala Harris recently spoke at the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Conference, where she outlined her vision for the future of public education in America. Harris, who proudly identifies as a product...

Salman Khan's new book, "Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That's a Good Thing)," challenges the way we think about teaching and learning in the digital age. Khan, the founder...

Ripon College in Wisconsin has recently announced a new financial aid program called the Ripon Commitment, which will offer free tuition to in-state undergraduate students whose families earn $75,000 or less per year. This...

The recent expansion of the number of children who died in the U.S.-funded Indian boarding school system has brought to light the tragic history of Native American communities. After a three-year investigation, the federal...

Journalist's Article:Vice President Kamala Harris has a unique opportunity to shift towards the center on education policy, which could help address some of her political weaknesses and increase her chances of success in future...

In New Paltz, N.Y., Associate Professor Michael Sheridan's business class students pitched ideas to reduce waste and emissions on campus and combat climate change. One group proposed building a solar canopy on a parking...

Metrasens, a company specializing in advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, has announced its strategic partnerships with K-12 public school districts across the United States to enhance public school event safety. With...

Students are invited to participate in the 15th Annual Summer Reading Contest by sharing what they are reading in The Times and explaining why. This year, students can enter the contest by either writing...

The Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) in England is currently under investigation by the Department for Education due to allegations of misconduct by staff and reports of teachers being neglected during lengthy inquiries. A former...

President Joe Biden's recent announcement that he will not seek an additional term as President of the United States has left many educators feeling uncertain about the future. During his presidency, educators have felt...

Over the past decade, the integration of Wi-Fi technology in schools has revolutionized the way students interact with educational resources. However, the convenience of wireless devices comes with a hidden danger - radio frequency...

About 15 years ago, 2U started working with the University of Southern California to create online degree programs. Since then, they have helped launch and manage 180 other programs for different universities. In 2021,...

Some authors may feel a sense of pride when their books end up on banned lists, but the reality is that most banned books do not receive the same recognition or readership as well-known...

Dan Goldhaber, the Director of the Center for Analysis of Longitudinal Data in Education Research (CALDER), recently conducted a study on the impact of ESSER funds on K-12 schools in 2023. The research, titled...

Isaiah Hickerson, a 23-year-old from Miami, had a life-changing dream that led him to pursue a career in coding. Despite not having any prior knowledge in the field, the dream inspired him to seek...

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a noticeable absence of students in K-12 schools due to chronic absenteeism. The average chronic absenteeism rate in 2022 rose to 28 percent, marking...