There's a National Teachers Hall of Fame? Who Knew?
A one-of-a-kind museum that honors some of the nation's most accomplished teachers has given Emporia Kansas the title of "Teacher Town USA."
Education
DOJ Plans To Take Affirmative Action Against College Admissions
The Justice Department plans to investigate universities using affirmative action policies that discriminate against white applicants. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Bob Driscoll, who served at the DOJ.
New Fears For Public Service Loan Forgiveness
On a busy day for higher education news, the Department of Education suggests in a legal filing that no one is certified for the program.
A College President On Her School's Worst Year Ever
Student deaths, mental health issues, stress and overwork, racial and ethnic tensions: These are just some of the challenges faced by Maria Klawe at Harvey Mudd College.
Justice Department To Probe Universities Over Affirmative Action Policies
Steve Inskeep and Ailsa Chang talk to NPR's Carrie Johnson and Vanita Gupta, ex-head of DOJ's Civil Rights Division in the Obama-era, about plans to probe schools over affirmative action policies.
Political Fight Threatens Illinois Public School Funding
Less than a month after ending one budget impasse, Illinois is staring at another one, this one involving public school funding.
Illinois Governor Vetoes Education Funding Plan
While the state's public schools could open on time, some school districts say they will run out of money by October if the legislature and governor can't agree on a school funding formula soon.
We're All Born With Mathematical Abilities (And Why That's Important)
Kids who start school behind in math tend to stay behind. But could early predictors in preschool help educators put them on a path to success?
Hey America, We're Listening
What do the media get wrong about...you?
New Florida Law Lets Residents Challenge School Textbooks
The new bill was pushed by a conservative group critical of the way evolution, climate change and government were being taught in Florida schools.