They Quit Their Office Jobs To Teach Kids In A Camp For Displaced People
It started when a 20-something government worker in Nigeria visited a camp. And met the kids. And saw that they weren't getting much of an education.
Education
Earning A 2-Year Degree While Serving A 6-Year Sentence
An Obama-era program, which lets prisoners use Pell grants for college, is wrapping up its first year. So far, there's no indication whether the Trump administration will continue it past expiration.
Bennett College Names Dawkins As New President
Bennett College in Greensboro officially has a new leader. Dr.
Physics For Toddlers
There's a dearth of books about science and math for young children. As part of our series on kids' media we take a look at some books that introduce rocket science and physics to toddlers and babies.
18 States Sue Betsy DeVos And Education Dept. Over Delay Of Borrower Defense Rule
The rule was created to protect students from the fallout from abuses and failures by for-profit colleges. A new court filing says that the Education Department's delay of the rule is unlawful.
Summer Reading For Your Woke Kid
Looking for books to feed your child's curiosity and ignite the social activist inside of them? Here's our list of children's books to keep your child occupied all summer long.
They Dreamed Of Being Doctors. Now They Help Syrians With The Same Dream
Two Iranian brothers didn't let a war keep them from medical school. Now they're using mobile phones to build the next generation of doctors in Syria.
Why Summer Jobs Don't Pay
The minimum wage is flat, college tuition is up and students are broke: Summer jobs just don't have the purchasing power they used to, especially when you look at the cost of college.
Xbox Bowling For Seniors? Visit Your Local Library
The number of older people involved in the arts programs at the Brooklyn Public Library is up more than 50 percent since last year. They want a chance to write new chapters in a place for all ages.
A Plan For Raising Brilliant Kids, According to Science
A developmental framework for building 21st century skills--no technology or money required.