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School goes from backdrop to center stage

After appearing as a backdrop during John McCain's acceptance speech, Walter Reed Middle School in North Hollywood basks in the glory. It was an unexpected burst of glory, and the 1,600

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels opens its doors to mariachi camp

The L.A. cathedral plays host to young musicians learning the upbeat Mexican genre. Joacim Naranjo plays the trumpet pretty well. But the 16-year-old from East Lo

Young Bell's palsy patient is smiling on the inside

Culver City fifth-grader Kiana Deane tries to help her classmates understand the science behind her limited self-expression -- and struggles to come to terms with her own brand of beauty.

Charlotte, N.C., School Tackles Football Concussions

In many cities, high school games are a religion on Friday nights. But bone-crushing collisions have often led to injuries. One Charlotte, N.C., high school is tackling football concussions by outfitting players' helmets with high-tech sensors.

Telling Youngsters About Sept. 11 Can Be Difficult

Teaching youngsters about a national tragedy like Sept. 11 poses its own unique set of challenges. Carrie Ray-Hill, a middle school social studies teacher, and Delila Ben Ammeur, who teaches at a Muslim high school, describe educating children, many

Content Writing

Discover the formula to a successful content writing by knowing what to write and what not to write.

N.M. First State to Adopt Navajo Textbook

New Mexico officials say the state is the first to adopt a Navajo textbook, Dine Bizaad Binahoo'ahh, or Rediscovering the Navajo Language, for use in the public education system.

Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?

31 Early Reading First Grants

Secretary Spellings announced announced the award of over $106 million in Early Reading First grants to 31 recipients in 19 states and Washington, D.C., to improve the language and early literacy skills of young children.

Bill Gates

Bill Gates is the richest private citizen in the world. There is nothing he cannot afford. Every morning, when his alarm clock goes off, the software tycoon is $20 million richer, that when he went to bed. His wealth is based on his company, Microso

About That NACAC Report on the SAT

If test scores are used in admissions decisions, they will also be a part of our methodology.

Moving in, moving on

As freshmen pack into dorms at UCLA, students are eager to begin a new life. Parents have a hard time letting go. After a slightly longer hug than usual, Nathalie


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