How Public Schools Receive Funding

How Public Schools Receive Funding

Public schools in communities across America are funded by three basic sources: federal, state and local community school districts. Keep in mind that this broad overview does not account for the complexities that exist in school funding. On the other hand,...
What is the Achievement Gap?

What is the Achievement Gap?

It is an open secret in the modern educational system that serious performance gaps exist between various subsets of students. In most school settings, for example, students from wealthy backgrounds will often outperform students from impoverished backgrounds, and the...
Ending Mental Health Stigma in Education

Ending Mental Health Stigma in Education

While more conversations about mental health and mental illness have been cropping up in personal, professional, and political spheres, stigma surrounding certain topics and conditions continues to persist. Ending such stigma will be imperative for ensuring the safety...