Stories by Jill Anderson

Why parents need to be vigilant about what they share about their children online – on social media and otherwise.

Encouraging teachers to reassess their grading practices and make the adjustments that can guide their students toward academic success.

How a deficit that affects the learning of one in 12 children can go undetected by parents and educators — and how to be aware the signs.

Strategies for educators to counter their own unconscious biases in schools and classrooms.

A new project encourages students to explore their identities and share the stories of what makes them unique — and uniquely American.

Helping families get past the sticker shock and discover what they might actually pay for college.

Test scores are not — and should not be — the whole measure of academic achievement for kids. How taking a comprehensive look at data can provide a more complete picture.

Educators and faith leaders from Pennsylvania — including the Secretary of Education — cycle all the way to Harvard to show how communities can come together to support young people.

Leading equity and inclusion efforts on college campuses is vital work, but also challenging and stressful. Why the effort is worth it — and why diversity is never really a one-person job.

Colleges have seen an increase in demand for mental health services on campus and many schools are struggling to keep up. How can schools prepare to better serve their students, and how can parents and communities help?