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Four Takeaways for Superintendents Ready to Drive Real Change

Early in my education career, I sat at a conference dinner table surrounded by renowned K-12 leaders. As we discussed our philosophies on leadership, one superintendent’s response gave me chills -...

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St. Louis NAACP Files Federal Complaint Over Black Students’ Low Reading Scores

The St. Louis NAACP is making another move to improve literacy in local school districts — but this time, it’s looking to the federal government for help. The branch filed a complaint Aug. 19 with...

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Homeless to High Honors: Elijah Hogan's Unforgettable Path to Academic Excellence

Elijah Hogan, a 19-year-old student from Louisiana, has defied incredible odds to graduate as the valedictorian of Walter L. Cohen High School in New Orleans with a remarkable 3.93 GPA. His journey...

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Dual Enrollment Dynamo: How NeeAli Scott Graduated College Before High School

NeeAli Scott, a 17-year-old senior at Savannah Arts Academy, has achieved a remarkable milestone. Before walking across the stage to receive her high school diploma, NeeAli earned her associate of...

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231 Colleges, $15 Million in Scholarships: How Madison Crowell Made History

From Hinesville to High Point: The Inspirational Journey of the “Million Dollar Scholar” Madison Crowell always knew she wanted to go to college. Little did she know that her journey would make...

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21-Year-Old Kegan Martindale-Hernandez Taking the Skies by Storm Bagged a Graduate Degree in Space Operation

At just 21 years old, Kegan Martindale-Hernandez is making history and breaking barriers as an African American pilot. His journey from a young aviation enthusiast to a licensed pilot is a story of...

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