Four Pillars of a Meaningful Life That Could Be Part of Every Learning Community
The four keys to leading a meaningful life and how we can work to manifest them in our families and institutions.
Big Ideas
School-Based Counselors Help Kids Cope With Fallout From Drug Addiction
More than 50 Massachusetts schools are participating in a new program that brings counselors in to help children deal with the stress and trauma of living in families struggling with drug addiction.
Top Colleges Seeking Diversity From A New Source: Transfer Students
This fall, Princeton University admitted its first transfer students in nearly three decades. And they're not the only elite schools looking to community colleges and military bases to recruit.
How Teens are Learning Crucial ‘Soft Skills’ Before Their Internships Start
As employers clamor for better-prepared workers, some states tiptoe into teaching kids employability skills.
Why Debate May Be the Best Way to Save Constructive Disagreement
Schools have had debate teams for decades, but maybe the structured format should be more widely in classrooms, staff meetings, and even public discourse.
How Parents Can Create a Nightly Homework Ritual for Reluctant Children
A mountain of homework at the end of a long day can feel like insurmountable. Here are some tips to help kids feel less alone and more empowered to tackle their work.