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Why Pediatricians Are Prescribing Books

Children under five years old see their doctor at least once a year, and the opinion of a physician often carries more weight with parents than that of a teacher or counselor.

9 quick science-approved things you can do to make your mornings better.

There's a psychological reason you should be making your bed.

What should I wear to a funeral?

Will Public Education Survive?

Some of us are not built to be self-promoters or leaders of movements but these are essential for educational leaders now.

A Bible Bill? Should a Bible literacy program be allowed in public schools?

Bill being talked about would allow public schools to offer a Bible literacy program.

Support candidates who support our public schools

"Legislators should be required to research proven ways to improve failing schools as an alternative to robbing public schools of tax money."

Renaissance Public School Academy to add new wing to building

Renaissance Public School Academy is adding a new wing to their building to provide their students with more space.

Flipping the elementary school classroom? YES!

While not very obvious, flipping the elementary school classroom is an idea that comes with more benefits than drawbacks.

Want to Transform Public Education? Act Locally

Sure, schools need strong leadership and supported teachers, but what really makes a school work is plenty of parental and community involvement.

Should You Switch From Public School to Private?

Often at this time of year parents are questioning the quality of the public school system and wondering if a move to private schools next year would be a better choice. For decades, the private vs. public schools question has been debated. Every city has one or more top public schools where admission is highly competitive and the quality of that education is excellent. But what if your child wasn’t able to get accepted to one of the selective public schools? Would the…

Did This Really Happen in My Elementary School?

The town and school where I have innumerable positive memories have been suddenly torn away from me in the most grotesque way possible.

Saving Public Education Isn’t About Idealism, but Survival

If it can happen anywhere, it can happen in California.

WHITEKER: Farewell to public education system

I must acknowledge and give credit to those legislators that have stayed the course in their journey to dismantle public education. They have promoted a perception that schools are failing — therefore, privatizing education via vouchers, tax credit scholarships will save our children. School choice is the answer!

Should public school land be leased for commercial use?

The Department of Education is looking for new ways to make money for improvements.

Is Elementary School Named After Confederate General Due For A Name Change?

"It's like we're glorifying someone who wanted to keep your grandparents in bondage," said one parent.

19 Things You’ll Remember If You Went To Elementary School In The ‘90s

Aside from the subpar rectangle pizza that your cafeteria served up.

Letters to the Editor: Should speed humps be put around all L.A. elementary schools?

Many schools manage pedestrian safety according to their own needs and the needs of the neighborhood. A one-size-fits-all solution won't help.

Can Public Schools Be Fixed?

For those of us who have chosen to devote our careers to education reform, this is a rhetorical question. Of course we believe our schools can be fixed, and of course we believe every child can achieve at high levels. But, sadly, it’s not a belief that<br>is universally held.

Americans Have Given Up on Public Schools. That’s a Mistake.

The current debate over public education underestimates its value—and forgets its purpose.