Education

  Throughout high school, reading was one of my greatest loves. By immersing myself in literature, I was able to engage in a dialogue with unfamiliar voices and experiences, all while gaining deeper insights into

  The emotional life of a teenager is hard to navigate—for parents and teachers, too A review of The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents by Lisa Damour For latchkey kids

[Editor’s note: Our archives contain several years of excellent articles, most of which remain relevant and important to today’s young people and the adults who work with them. This one is a “Director’s Choice” that

  Everything’s got a moral, if only you can find it. –Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland This is my story. It’s the story of a life spent in schools—as student, teacher, administrator, parent, trustee, guardian

  Recently, Troy School District eliminated its honors course offerings in science and English. They are not alone, detracking, or getting rid of specialized tracks for talented students, is spreading across the nation as an increasing number of schools remove

  “I just don’t think it’s necessary to hit your children,” my friend said with a frown. She picked up another fry and reached for the ketchup packet. “Like, why would you want to hurt

  Every Princeton student knows the struggle of balancing academics with rest over breaks. Whether it be submitting an essay draft due at the start of fall break or finishing a presentation for the Monday

  The truest measure of any civilization isn’t found in its monuments or military might, but in how it receives the stranger. I’ve been contemplating this ancient wisdom lately as I navigate courtrooms challenging Trump

  A few summer internships aren’t enough — and we know it. Going to college has become the norm, but it’s time we stop and ask: Is this really the best way to maximize our