Debate is an effective way to strengthen students’ comprehension, critical thinking and presentation skills. Yet for many, a lack of school support is a major entry barrier. It has turned debate into ...

Ever since I first stepped onto the debate stage, I have been passionate about speech and debate. For the last three of my high school years, I have competed and placed nationally at major tournaments ...

Close to half of its seats in this federally funded free program are located in areas outside towns and cities. But federal ...

But now there are signs that the Trump administration is partially reversing course and wants the federal government to retain a role in generating education statistics and eviden ...

Cosmetology schools and other certificate programs (short-term programs for specific trades) were exempted from new ...

In everyday life and across nearly every industry, mathematical reasoning is becoming more essential. We need to rapidly expand access to the after-school and summer programs that help young people ...

Some universities, colleges and nonprofits are attempting to address one of the fastest-growing problems in higher education: ...

As climate change’s effects intensify, high schools and community colleges are introducing or expanding classes in fire science, search and rescue and ecological sustainability.

The free federal child care program provides not only support for children, but an economic boost to small communities and direct support for parents.

As a teacher, I heard it all the time: “I’m not a math person.” I would be in line at the grocery store, wearing a math T-shirt one of my students got for me, and I’d hear it: “Algebra? Who needs it?” ...

Rural community colleges must become rural development hubs, delivering value by bridging economic, social and civic sectors to address regional challenges. Here are three lessons from high-performing ...

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