Transgender Teachers Talk About Their Experiences At School
There's been a lot of national attention on transgender students this school year. Here's a look at the lives and careers of two transgender teachers.
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Teen Sex-Ed Resources For Oh, Oh, Those Summer Nights
Summer is a time when kids claim more independence. And parents worry about keeping them out of trouble. A new generation of resources covers topics like puberty, consent and STDs.
Guilford County Schools May Cut 140 Positions
The proposed budget for Guilford County Schools calls for the loss of almost 140 positions. But this does not necessarily mean there will be layoffs or personnel cuts.
How To Earn Six Figures Without A Four-Year Degree
An age-old practice with origins in medieval times, is now gaining traction again in the United States.
How To Apply The Brain Science Of Resilience To The Classroom
A nonprofit called Turnaround for Children helps schools meet the needs of children facing poverty and adversity.
The First State To Offer Free Community College To Nearly Every Adult
Free college programs are popping up across the country, but Tennessee is the first state to offer free community college to almost every adult, regardless of when they finished high school.
Advanced Placement Exam Scores In Alabama On The Rise
An Alabama organization called A+ College Ready brings Advanced Placement courses to underserved schools. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with President Mary Boehm and student Vanessa Layfield.
This Week In Education: DeVos, Discrimination, Desegregation
The week's education news featured debate over Harvard's rescinding of admissions for several incoming freshmen and the education secretary's contentious hearing on Capitol Hill.
Curtain Fire Will Cost UNC Greensboro More Than Expected
Repairing the damage from a recent fire at UNCG's auditorium will cost more than expected.
Task Force Will Consider Changes To Funding Model For UNC Campuses
Some schools in the UNC system could see changes in funding next fiscal year.