Education
Bremen High School Students Aim for College and Excel in Illinois Competition
Two students from Bremen High School, Maya Contreras and Sophia Lara, are poised to be the first in their families to attend college. These bright young women have been named the 2027 Distinguished Young Women
New Trier Township High School’s Commencement Highlights
The 126th annual commencement for New Trier Township High School’s Class of 2026 occurred on Sunday, May 31, at 3 p.m. The event took place at NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates. Continuing a long-standing Trevian
Trinity Christian College and the Closure of Faith-Based Institutions
About a decade ago, Andrew and Casey Kowitz met on their first day in a biology class at Trinity Christian College. She asked to sit next to him, and they became lab partners. A year
Notre Dame’s Response to Allegations of Misconduct
A recent investigation commissioned by the University of Notre Dame has revealed shortcomings in the university’s response to allegations of sexual misconduct. The report indicates failures to address accusations against a former priest involved with
Arizona School Board Member Faces Resignation Calls Over Nazi Gesture Incident
An Arizona school board member is under pressure to resign following an incident during a public meeting where she appeared to make a Nazi salute. The tension arose from a disagreement with the board president,
The Influence of ‘The Digital Delusion’ on Education Technology
Parents are distributing copies of “The Digital Delusion” at school board meetings as administrators look to it for guidance on reducing technology use. Actor Hugh Grant has endorsed the book and contributed a blurb for
Child Care Expansion: A Pillar of Mayor Mamdani’s Agenda
Mayor Zohran Mamdani aims to expand New York City’s public preschool programs into a universal child care system. This initiative is a key part of his agenda to improve affordability in the city. With the
Universities Grapple with Balancing Sustainability and Convenience in Campus Dining
The Rise of Takeout Culture in Universities As takeout containers accumulate on college campuses, universities face the challenge of balancing sustainability goals with the growing demand for convenience. Carla Iansiti, the Student Life and Engagement
Amelia Burbank’s Mission for Inclusivity in Playgrounds
Amelia Burbank has a straightforward message: “I just want to help.” At 10 years old, she’s been actively working to improve inclusivity at Schilling Elementary School’s playground in Homer Glen, particularly for children with disabilities.
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Reform College Sports
Two influential senators, Ted Cruz from Texas and Maria Cantwell from Washington, have introduced a bipartisan bill aiming to address ongoing issues in college sports. This proposed legislation seeks to regulate payments to players, allow