As the end of the school year quickly approaches, we start to get a clearer picture of what the next year will look like. We have learned already that a couple of charter schools may not be around next year. Lighthouse East Charter School announced that it would be permanently closing its doors at the…
It is National Women’s History Month which in most schools is a time to look back at all the women who paved the way for those who came after. However, we shouldn’t only look at those who paved the path, we should also look at those who are walking the path today. It’s important for…
March is National Women’s History Month. It’s a time to look back on the accomplishments of important female figures like Susan B. Anthony, Harriet Tubman, and Marie Curie. As is normally the case during heritage months, most of the efforts in schools are directed at the actual people reflected within the month, in this case,…
If you’re under the age of 55 then there is a good chance Sesame Street was a part of your childhood. This is particularly true for those who didn’t have cable growing up. The diverse cast and inner-city backdrop pioneered children’s television and paved the way for similar programming to come later. Though Sesame Street…
In news that will likely shock no one, some wealthy parents have been using their money to game the college admission process. The FBI has charged around 50 people in connection with one of the biggest college admission scams ever prosecuted. This all started when the FBI caught the ring-leader of the scam, William Singer,…
At least once a month, I see some clip where someone with a camera stops random people on the street and tries to get them to answer “easy” questions about current events or our government. Inevitably a large number of people are unable to do this, and the audience has a good laugh at their…
Since the departure of Dr. Lewis Ferebee to Washington, D.C. public schools, Indianapolis Public Schools has been contemplating who will take his place. Aleesia Johnson has filled the role on an interim basis; however, IPS is now ready to find a permanent solution and they want help. Indianapolis Public Schools is turning to the public…
Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos is no stranger to being in the crossfire of Democrats. Typically, it’s because of her views or a controversial statement she said. But today, the conflict is a little more serious. Democrats are now claiming that DeVos is attempting to kill an investigation into her department. House and Senate…
Educating children is hard enough on its own, but it’s even harder when you teach in a high needs environment. Inner city teachers and administrators often complain about the obstacles and needs of their students and with good reason. Usually, those conversations go one of two directions: accepting that students will never have all of…
It’s February which means its Black History Month. It’s the time of the year in which we focus on the often-forgotten contributions of black Americans. Schools all over the country are rushing to cram lessons and programming into their schedule. This is a good thing, but sometimes the school’s black history and cultural celebrations can…