Public schools used to be the place where every student learned the same shared history. But in Cherry Hill, some leaders now want to cut Black history from the curriculum instead of teaching it alongside the rest of American stories. A retired educator remembers when schools taught slavery, Jim Cro
Our bodies run on internal clocks called circadian rhythms, which tell us when to wake up and when to sleep. These clocks are heavily influenced by light—especially the kind we’re exposed to during the day versus at night. New research suggests that when and how much light we get might play a bigger
Public breakups often come with drama, and celebrities are no strangers to airing their grievances. Whether it’s through social media, interviews, or even songs, some stars don’t hesitate to call out their exes. Take Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson, for example. Their short-lived romance ended
School districts don’t work in isolation; they mirror the towns they serve. In the Freeport area, leaders have spent the past year not just running classrooms but also mapping out what those classrooms might look like years from now. Instead of focusing only on immediate needs like bus schedules or
Our bodies slow down in many ways as we get older, and that includes how well our cells can clean themselves. Inside nearly every cell, there’s a cleanup crew called autophagy. That’s basically a system where cells break down and recycle damaged parts, like old batteries or broken appliances. It’s l
School districts in Maine are facing a sharp rise in health insurance expenses. In one district with more than 600 staff members, premiums have climbed by over $1 million, pushing the total employer outlay to nearly $10 million. These figures only represent the portion paid by schools; employees the
Public universities were built to lift people up, not shut them out. But today, many wonder if these schools still serve the public good. Rising costs make families hesitate before signing up. Some question whether degrees still lead to good jobs. Others doubt if universities are spending money wise
Schools often focus on structured lessons, but a new study suggests something simple might help kids more: free play. Researchers looked at 125 elementary students in a high-poverty area. The kids were split into groups that got 12 weeks of 45-minute free play sessions either in fall or spring. The
Schools today aren’t just teaching algebra or history—they’re preparing students for a world where phones are everywhere. A complete ban on these devices might seem like an easy fix for distractions, but it ignores a bigger issue: teaching responsible use instead of avoiding technology altogether. T
Schools used to be places where adults actually worked with kids, not battlegrounds. Teachers once had room to teach without constant fear of insults, threats, or budget cuts. Now many quit because the job has become harder than it needs to be. Some parents and politicians seem to think teaching is
