Why Summer Jobs Don't Pay Off Anymore
The minimum wage is flat, college tuition is up and students are broke: Summer jobs just don't have the purchasing power they used to, especially when you look at the cost of college.
Education
A History Lesson: When Math Was Taboo
When Houman Harouni's students asked why they have to study math, he looked to ancient history for answers.
The U.N.'s Rundown Of Some Of The World's Biggest Problems
A new report reveals where the world stands in the fight against extreme poverty, inequality and climate change.
From Mozart To Mr. Rogers: Literacy, Music And The Brain
A test that can flag struggling readers before they're old enough to read and the power of music to help a child hear language. A literacy two-fer from the NPR Ed Team.
3 Challenges As Hands-On, DIY Culture Moves Into Schools
Creative and fun "maker spaces" are popping up in more schools. But administrators and teachers face big hurdles if they want them to be a sustainable part of the curriculum.
Prep School Faces Accusations Of Chronic Mishandling Of Sexual Assault Cases
Administrators at Phillips Exeter Academy agree that they should not have handled a case of alleged assault by requiring the accused student to bake and deliver bread to his alleged victim.
What Did Mike Pence Do For Indiana Schools As Governor? Here's A Look
Donald Trump has said: "Got to get rid of Common Core — fast." And a couple of years ago, it seemed Pence would be a trailblazer in doing that at the state level. It didn't totally turn out that way.
A Harsh Critique Of Federally Funded Pre-K
A researcher warns against expanding prekindergarten programs where kids spend a quarter of the day waiting in line.
Summer Isn't Always A Vacation For Families Who Can't Afford It
If you've got kids, the summertime costs families who have to look for creative ways to afford it — and not just financially. Research shows lower-income kids typically fall behind over the summer.
"Islands" That Separate Education Haves From Have-Nots
A new report maps school district lines that divide rich from poor.