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More than 3 million kids don't have access to safe afterschool care
It's 3 p.m.The school bell rings.For a lot of kids it's a moment of excitement, signaling the end of the school day.But for many, the end of the school…
How do we help Native American youth plagued by suicide, poverty?
Less than two percent of the U.S. population identifies as Native American or Alaska Native.Despite their low numbers, the groups are plagued by high…
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Nearly every day, a silver Subaru makes its way through the tiny towns and white pine woods of Wexford County, in northern Michigan.Behind the wheel is…
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Should parents get paid time off for kid's school activities? One lawmaker thinks so.
Working parents are often forced to decide between volunteering in their kid's class or chaperoning a field trip, and going to work.The bills don't pay…
Five things to know about music and early literacy
Is there a particular song that lifts your spirits every time you hear it? Or one that always brings back not-too-fond memories?According to Yahoo!…
Why you should think twice before throwing out those old crayons
On average, kids in the U.S. spend around 943 hours each year in the classroom.And in those hours, teachers are expected to educate them and keep them…
White teachers are more likely to expect their black students to fail
Johns Hopkins University released a study this week that shows why the lack of diversity in teaching is a pretty big deal.The study - Who believes in me?…
New Mexico: A tale of tourism and severe child poverty
Vast white sand dunes.Clear blue skies.Dramatic landscapes.And the highest rate of child poverty in the nation?New Mexico's tourism campaign, "New Mexico…
Things you should know about women and the criminal justice system
Last week, President Obama commuted the prison sentences of 61 people serving time under "outdated and unduly harsh sentencing laws" for drug offenses.The…
Could universal preschool close the achievement gap between rich and poor kids?
Many low-income, black, and Hispanic students start kindergarten without the academic skills they need to succeed.Compared to their white peers, African…
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