Youngest Kids In Class At Higher Risk Of ADHD Diagnosis
But researchers say getting the diagnosis doesn't necessarily mean that these students have the disorder.
Education
Our First Web Comic: A Great Teacher, Illustrated
NPR Ed's first web comic is about a great art teacher who believes art can teach his students how to build their dreams, and change the world.
Yes, You Can Still Teach Kids To Love Books
It can be hard to get teens to read, especially with so much technology competing for their attention. A new book looks at ways teachers can help young people find books (and find themselves).
There Is No FDA For Education. Maybe There Should Be
A leading Harvard professor says American education research gets an F. For too long, he says, excellent research hasn't been translated into meaningful change.
History Of Slavery, Future Of Diversity Still At Issue At Harvard
Student protesters calling themselves Reclaim Harvard Law School say a recommendation that a slavery-tainted symbol be retired is not enough to end their occupation of a student center.
University of Connecticut Creates 'Scholars House' To Keep Black Men In School
About half of all black male students leave the University of Connecticut before graduation. School officials have created a living space to help these students, but the move has sparked controversy.
Harvard Law School's Crest Could Fall Beneath A Wave Of Student Protest
Harvard Law School is considering changing its official seal, which currently honors a slaveholder who was an early donor to the school. That's in response to student protests.
Students Across U.S. Take New SAT A) Saturday B) Sunday C) None Of The Above
The correct answer is A — but under the redesigned entrance exam, there's no penalty for guessing, so no worries if you got it wrong. You can try your hand at a few sample questions from the new test.
More Color In Kids' Lit: Your Best Picks
Our story about Marley Dias' #1000blackgirlbooks list got lots of feedback and some really good suggestions for kids' reading lists.
Across The State And The Triad, Dropout Rates Rise
High school dropout rates are rising in districts across the state, including many here in the Triad.