Turning Rampant Anti-Muslim Bullying Into Teachable Moments
A Muslim family in California pushes back against bullying and intimidation, at school and the local political arena.
Education
Kentucky Governor Apologizes For Comments On Teachers' Strike
Gov. Matt Bevin's comments came as thousands of teachers protested at the state Capitol, asking lawmakers to override the governor's vetoes of bills that would increase public education funding.
Kentucky Governor Claims Kids Were Assaulted While Teachers Absent From Classroom
Following an override of key bills he previously vetoed, Gov. Matt Bevin blames the teachers demonstrating in support of the override for making children vulnerable.
Union Leader Calls For An End To Oklahoma Teachers' 9-Day Strike
Teachers won a raise of about $6,000 before the walkout, but were not granted the full amount of their demanded funds to improve school conditions.
After Parkland, Schools Grapple With Threats — And The Best Ways To Respond
In the last two months, there have been almost 1,500 threats to schools in the U.S. And that number is most likely under-reported.
Nation's Report Card; Teacher Protests; DACA Dreams Deferred In Arizona
And a list of the most challenged books, in this week's roundup of education news.
Justice Department Investigating How Colleges Use Early-Decision Admissions
The Justice Department is investigating whether colleges communicate with each other about prospective students they accept through the early-decision process.
Stoneman Douglas Teacher Is Arrested After Leaving Gun In Bathroom Stall
Sean Simpson has spoken in favor of gun control efforts — and has also said he might be open to the idea of carrying a gun in class.
How Oklahoma Parents Are Dealing With Teacher Walkouts
For many parents, nine days of missed school is a logistical headache. That's why YMCAs, Boys and Girls Clubs and religious organizations have provided places for parents to bring their kids.
Justice Dept. Investigating Early-Decision Admissions At Elite Colleges
Colleges including Amherst, Williams and Middlebury are said to have received letters asking them to retain communications with other schools about admitted students, as part of an antitrust probe.