Teaching Impeachment In The Classroom
Impeachment has been the talk of the past week. It's also a good teaching opportunity for schools. Civics classes are using it to discuss how the political process works.
Education
Georgia Professor Holds Student's Baby, A Life Lesson Bundled On Her Back
"We know it's overwhelming, don't think we don't understand," the professor said about the challenge of being a student and a parent. "We take it very seriously, and we're going to be here for you."
Friday News Roundup - Domestic
The House opens an impeachment inquiry. The acting director of national intelligence testifies before Congress about a whistleblower complaint. Greta Thunberg dresses down world leaders at a climate conference.
Chicago Teachers Are Ready To Strike
The Chicago Teachers Union voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike, union officials announced Thursday. The Chicago Public Schools CEO says the offer of a 16% raise over five years is generous.
No Plan B: Deciding Not To Have Children Because of Climate Change
Faced with the prospect of severe climate disruptions, potential parents are rethinking that choice.
Second Parent Sentenced In College Admissions Scandal
Devin Sloane was sentenced to four months in prison and must pay a $95,000 fine and perform 500 hours of community service. He spent $250,000 to get his son accepted into college as a fake athlete.
Businessman Devin Sloane Sentenced In College Admissions Scandal
Businessman Devin Sloane was sentenced to four months in prison and 500 hours of community service Tuesday in the nationwide college admissions bribery and cheating scheme.
UNC Denies Claims Of Bias In Middle East Studies Program
The University of North Carolina is disputing the Trump administration's accusations of bias in a Middle East studies program that the school operates with Duke University.
Appalachian State Sets Goal Of 20,000 Students In 2020
There is a record number of students at Appalachian State University this fall, and school leaders are hoping to hit a big milestone nex
'Called To Be A Funeral Director': Most Mortuary School Grads Are First In The Family
The funeral industry was once dominated by family businesses passed down through generations. But that has changed: In 2018, 83% of mortuary college graduates were completely new to the business.