Homewood-Flossmoor High School's reputation for excellence in athletics and extracurriculars is well-established, but a new era is dawning with a laser focus on matching that prestige within the classroom. Appointed in November 2024, District 233's new superintendent, Jennifer Norrell, has unveiled
A petition bearing nearly 24,000 signatures arriving at the doorstep of the University of Oklahoma’s administration marked a dramatic escalation in a conflict that began with a single student essay. This massive show of national support was organized by the American Association of University
The path a society chooses to allocate its resources between its classrooms and its courtrooms is one of the most consequential decisions it can make, profoundly shaping its future prosperity, stability, and character. A compelling and broad consensus has emerged, uniting experts from diverse
The quiet assumption that a college degree is an automatic passport to a better life has fractured under the weight of widespread public skepticism and profound economic uncertainty. Once revered pillars of society, independent colleges now find themselves at a perilous crossroads, navigating a
Years after the global pandemic reshaped daily life, the critical safety net of after-school meal programs is showing a strained and uneven recovery, with participation rates still falling short of the levels seen in 2019. A recent report analyzing nationwide data reveals a complex picture: while
A growing chorus of educators and parents argues that the modern public education system has strayed far from its core mission, transforming what should be a vibrant journey of discovery into a high-pressure, compliance-driven marathon. In Mississippi, veteran educator Dr. Donna Akers has become a
