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Gavin Grimm speaks during an interview at his home in Gloucester, Va., in 2015. Grimm sued his school district for the right to use the boys' bathroom; the case is scheduled to be argued before the Supreme Court next month.

Trump And Transgender Rights: What Just Happened?

4:57pm February 23, 2017

On Wednesday, the Trump administration rescinded Obama-era guidance on transgender students' rights in schools. Here's what that means for the Supreme Court and for students in school right now.

Percent of Spanish-speaking ELLs by state.

English Language Learners: How Your State Is Doing

3:02pm February 23, 2017

by Claudio Sanchez

The number of English language learners in public schools is nearing 5 million. Many are struggling academically, despite well-intentioned efforts to help them learn English.

Members of the Ohio State team practice for an upcoming Big Ten League tournament for League of Legends.

Go To College, Play Video Games. E-Sports Make A Play For The Big Ten

1:04pm February 23, 2017

by Gabriel Rosenberg

There's no prize money involved, although League of Legends maker Riot Games offers scholarships for the e-sports teams at Ohio State and competitors at other Big Ten campuses.

Mamoru Mohri and Mae Jemison walk together after arriving with the rest of the STS-47 crew on Sept. 9, 1992, at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

After Making History In Space, Mae Jemison Works To Prime Future Scientists

10:00am February 23, 2017

by NPR Staff

For the first African-American woman in space, her path to spaceflight and beyond includes trying to pave the way for more girls of color to follow in her footsteps.

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The Trump administration has reversed federal guidance that directed public schools to allow students to use the restrooms and locker rooms that corresponded to their gender identities.

Trump Administration Rescinds Obama Rule On Transgender Students' Bathroom Use

8:59pm February 22, 2017

by Rebecca Hersher

The administration will not direct public schools to allow students to use facilities that match their gender identities. It notes the primary role of state and local districts in education policy.

Terrence Johnson, a junior at the University of Mississippi, poses for a portrait outside his apartment in Oxford, Miss.

A Student's Perspective On Mississippi: Beautiful, Engulfing And Sometimes Enraging

4:28pm February 22, 2017

by Melissa Block

In 1962, the University of Mississippi was at the heart of the desegregation battle. More than 50 years later, a junior on campus talks race, belonging and his sense of pride in Mississippi.

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How Black Girls Are Pushed Out of Schools: Author Monique Morris Explains

4:03pm February 22, 2017

by Mankaprr Conteh, WFDD Intern

Education scholar Monique Morris has done extensive research about the way schools discipline young black girls.

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What Students Can Learn By Writing For Wikipedia

10:37am February 22, 2017

by Anya Kamenetz

Replacing "alternative facts" with a footnoted, neutral point of view. Some professors say students work harder knowing their research will have a broad audience.

A happy hour event put on by the Adulting School, where participants learn how to make craft cocktails, at Maine Craft Distilling in Portland, Maine. Other skills taught by the school include changing a flat tire, making deviled eggs and folding sheets.

Adulting School Teaches Young Adults Grown-Up Skills

5:44pm February 21, 2017

by Patty Wight

Many young adults struggle with the transition to adulthood, finding it difficult to do things like manage their money and pay bills on time. This new school in Maine is here to help.

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Male Involvement In School Holds Upmost Importance: Angel Guerrero

11:19am February 21, 2017

by Roshan Sundaram

Radio Camper Roshan Sundaram speaks with Angel Guerrero about child empowerment and male involvement in public schools.

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