Debate: Should Schools Embrace The Common Core?
The Common Core has arguably become the most contentious issue in American education. Experts face off over the new state standards in the latest Intelligence Squared debate.
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Wake Forest Creates New Way For Students To Report Bias
Wake Forest University recently implemented a system to report bias incidents on campus. The online program is part of an effort to deal with critique from some students about their treatment from campus police and alleged discrimination claims.
NC Drivers May Help Fuel Teacher Bonuses
Soon North Carolina motorists will be able to personally support the state's public school teachers.
How To Make The Most Of Your 10 Minutes With Teacher
Like a good Boy Scout, parents should be prepared: Educators agree that doing your homework can make a big difference. Here's expert advice on how to ace your next parent-teacher conference.
Rethinking A Fall Classic: The Parent-Teacher Conference
The New York City schools are overhauling the time, and format, of these conferences in an attempt to add depth and meaning. Among the changes: They'll be held four times a year instead of just two.
These People Can Make Student Loans Disappear
A group called Rolling Jubilee has "abolished" more than $3 million in private student loans from the for-profit Corinthian Colleges. And it's just getting started.
Guilford County Schools Chip Away At Achievement Gap for Minority Students
Guilford County School board members learned the official results of end-of-year testing scores Tuesday night for minority students in grades 3rd through 12th. School officials say those numbers show a great disparity between children of color and all other students.
San Diego School District's New 18-Ton Armored Vehicle Creates Stir
The mine-resistant ambush protected vehicle, or MRAP, will have teddy bears in it, school police officials say. The MRAP is a piece of military surplus equipment that's worth around $733,000.
International Students Save N.Carolina Academy From Shutdown
Oak Ridge Military Academy looked as if it was going to close a few years ago because of low enrollment. The academy turned things around by appealing to international students, from Asia to Africa.
College Program Helps Adults Cross the Digital Divide
Forsyth Technical Community College offers training on computer skills like writing emails and using the internet.