Diversity

I’m just going to go ahead and say it: School reform is a civil rights issue, and it’s one that I can’t be moderate about. Sorry, not sorry. I’m referring

Have you ever heard of the achievement gap? Many minority students, such as African-Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans usually fall lower in test sc

Since having a child diagnosed with special needs, I’ve learned so much about navigating the special-education process. First thing: the special education

Oprah Winfrey’s name has been buzzing (alongside #TimesUp) this week with speculation flying wildly from all corners about a potential run for president in

There is something oddly beautiful about realizing that something isn’t right with education in your community. I have never been one to shine light on a s

A few years ago, at a convening of education advocates, one veteran in the reform movement highlighted the lack of racial diversity in the room and vowed t

There is a warrior for children in Connecticut who battles day after day, year after year, on their behalf. She fights for better schools. She fights for s

It’s no secret that arts education has long been an afterthought in many cash-strapped public school districts. In 2012, the U.S. Department of Education d

The holiday season is a time of year that many spend with family and friends to share in each other’s joys and success and reflect on aspirations for the c