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South Los Angeles Students and Teachers Speak Out Against Quick-Fix School Reforms
The Crenshaw district's own students and teachers detail the consequences of a school superintendent's quick-fix reforms.
Fostering Bonds With Nature: Why Kids Need to Spend More Time Outside
Dr. Scott D. Sampson argues the disconnect between kids and nature threatens their health.
Greeks Denounce Bailout Deal That Calls for New Round of Austerity
Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is facing protests from members of his own Syriza party.
Connecting Pediatricians to Local Anti-Poverty Resources Can Improve Child Health
Students at UNC created a health toolkit to address the increasing childhood poverty in North Carolina.
The Disturbing Forces Behind a School “Reform” Fight in Colorado
One thing parents in Jefferson County believe for sure is they should have more of a democratic say in how their schools are run.
The Nonprofit Industrial Complex’s Role in Imposing Neoliberalism on Public Education
Neoliberalism has seen the role of private organizations further enter spaces that used to be that of the public commons, including education.
Feds Awarded Colorado Charter Schools $46 Million Because of “Hiring and Firing” Rules
Once again, the situation in Colorado is symptomatic of failures endemic to the program.
Can the 2016 Election Be About Making It Work for US Families?
This election must be about changing giving our children and families a real future.
Widespread Problems With Group Home Agency Prompt City to Cut Ties
Boys Town becomes third agency to fail as New York City tries new model for juvenile offenders.
Scott Walker’s Unprecedented Voucher Expansion
At a time when other states are reinvesting in public education, Wisconsin continues to slash and burn.