Was Abraham Lincoln considered a hero? How can we effectively remember Confederate soldiers, or should we even do so? Where is the line drawn between acknowledging the problematic aspects of our past and celebrating them? These are the complex questions that a group of nearly twenty teachers from across the United States grappled with during …

The multitude of sessions available to the 13,000 educators who attended the annual meeting of the National Science Teachers Association encompassed a wide range of topics. From "Authentic Assessment in the Classroom" to the more lighthearted "Batty About Bats," there was a variety of choices. It was often puzzling as to why certain sessions were …

Fourteen-year-old Tammy, dressed in a fashionable grunge style with a long flannel shirt and messy black hair, confidently enters Principal Catherine DeSalvo’s office for their scheduled meeting. Tammy, who is tall and thin, settles herself into a rigid chair as DeSalvo observes her appearance. "You have your feet on the floor and a pleasant expression. …

The U.S. Supreme Court recently addressed the issue of regulating high school sports for the first time, specifically examining whether a state athletic association acts with government authority when enforcing its rules. The case involves Brentwood Academy, a private Christian school near Nashville, Tennessee, which is challenging the constitutionality of the recruiting rules set by …

The 16-year-old defendant is currently on trial for shoplifting and awaits the entrance of her peers, who will serve as the jury in her case. Standing by her side is a 16-year-old defense attorney, who is new to the job. The prosecutor, who was once in the defendant’s position, is seeking the maximum sentence. The …

President Bush’s proposal for "Reading First," which allocates $5 billion, is receiving widespread commendation from educators for its emphasis on early-literacy skills and teacher training, which many consider crucial for student academic success. However, experts are eagerly awaiting more details on the plan, as it has not yet been translated into a formal legislative proposal. …