Thousands of public school districts and charter schools have turned to tutoring as a popular and effective way to jumpstart lagging student performance post-pandemic. Educators strongly endorse tutoring, when done right, and believe it can help students make real academic gains. In an effort to spur the tutoring movement, the Biden administration recently called on […]
The Federal Education Department rolled out a new FAFSA form that was supposed to make things easier for students, but instead it has been plagued with problems. Erica Meltzer, national editor at Chalkbeat, talks about how the "bungled" rollout of the form has derailed some students' college plans.
More education typically, but not always, leads to higher incomes. There is plenty of research showing that individuals with associate or bachelor degrees or higher end up with better jobs and higher pay than their counterparts with only a high school diploma. Nationally, about 62 percent of high school (or equivalent) graduates go on to
Problems with the new FAFSA have resulted in fewer students applying for college financial aid, which could impact enrollment decisions for the fall.
I grew up in extreme poverty. The ability to access a free, high-quality education in North Texas changed my life. I benefited greatly from the ways community colleges meet students where they are and wrap their arms around them. Classes were small, and I had a clear sense of belonging, despite being the first in […]
When organisers finally secured a location, the actresses' agent said they could no longer partake, fearing that they might be attacked or even stabbed as backlash to the show 'reached fever pitch'.
We could use an electoral system here at the state level.
Students at a growing number of U.S. colleges are gathering in protest encampments with a unified demand of their schools: Stop doing business with Israel — or any companies that support its ongoing war in Gaza.
Student-parents disproportionately give up before they reach the finish line. Fewer than 4 in 10 graduate with a degree within six years, compared with more than 6 in 10 other students. Search to learn more about childcare availability at colleges and universities nationwide. Enter an institution name to see if child care is available and how many […]
WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania College of Technology announced they will provide gourmet dining to the VIP spectators at the Kentucky Derby. According to Penn College of Technology, 26 of their student were selected for Derby Week after an interview given by staff from Levy Restaurants. Officials say the baking and culinary art majors []
The University of Hawaii has had to extend their deadline to enroll once again due to the financial aid fiasco.
Apps like Venmo, PayPal and Cash App make sending money easy, but the convenience can leave senders vulnerable to fraud and overspending.