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Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Public-school teachers reveal the 7 hardest things about their job

K-12 teachers from across the US tell Business Insider that mean parents and low pay make their job more difficult.

For Educators, Curriculum Choices Multiply, Evolve

How is a district to choose in a curriculum landscape that includes open educational resources, digital 'playlists,' teacher-designed lessons, and old-fashioned textbooks?

5 Tips to Save Money on School Supplies

Summer break is a great time for kids to relax, hang out with friends, and enjoy their downtime before heading back to the classroom. But, in a flash, the summer is over, and it’s time to start preparing your child to return to school. While you might be excited for your child to get back […]

When moving to secondary school is a step too far

The transition from primary to secondary is a big one. For many, it happens seamlessly. However, for some children, it is terrifying. How can we help them?

How to Choose a Primary or Secondary School According to Expert Educational Consultants

An expert educational consultant at International College Counselors offers tips on how to choose a primary or secondary school.

How to Recruit and Retain School Board Members of Color

Pay, staffing, and support are key ingredients to persuade people of color to run for their local school board, experts say.

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.

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!

Affordable housing? Broward school board looks to make it happen

School impact fees for developers could be lowered as the Broward School Board considers ways to help teachers find affordable housing.

Spending more on public education is well worth it

Spending more on public education increases the odds of poor children attending school longer and making higher wages in the long run.

The 5 Worst States for Public Education In the Nation

Back to school is around the corner. Where does your state rank for public education?

Is It Time to Abolish the School Board?

Maybe it's sour grapes, or maybe it's a great idea: I just can't stop thinking about the possibilities that would open up if we just abolished the local school board.

What Makes an Effective School Board?

5 strategies to improve school board practices that yield better student performance.

Which Personality Trait Helped You Survive Secondary School?

Why your school board will object to your high school musical

Just when you thought you had your finger on all the things subjected to unwelcome censorship, another pops up. This time, it’s high school theater.

Common Questions from New School Board Members

Frequently asked questions by new school board members, including what to expect and how to better prepare for the role for effective governance.

Why Inequity Is The Biggest Issue In Public Education

What are the biggest problems with public education tod...

Should we even have public education?

Do 'Upper Crust' Teachers Ignore Our Most Critical Problems in Public Education?

Affluence makes even mediocre teaching look good and poverty can make masterful teaching appear mediocre. It takes many clock hours within classroom walls to decipher the difference. Few education change-makers and upper crust teachers dedicate that kind of time to our neglected classrooms. The essential resource that is missing is our presence. Detroit's inhumane classroom conditions didn't occur overnight; they existed for at least a generation. Where were we?