National Urban League 2.0
A new Brooklyn charter school held its naming ceremony. It will approach education based on how students learn.
A North Carolina automotive teacher, with few resources, organizes a program to compete in a global competition of concept cars. Through the program, his disadvantaged students develop technology and soft skills that are helping them to build careers.
The University of Phoenix and NewsOne release an education documentary. It explores innovative solutions to complex educational problems in the African American community.
Public school students in the District of Columbia graduated on time in record numbers. However, the stubborn graduation gap continues for students of color.
The U.S. Department of Education is spending $28 million to help low-income students pay for Advanced Placement exams. Many of these students take college level courses but can't afford to pay for the exams.
Lawmakers filed a bill to fund President Obama's Computer Science Initiative. The president launched the partially-funded program earlier this year.
The Education Department awarded more than $5 million to students psychologically impacted by social unrest. School districts in St. Louis, Chicago, and Baltimore are the recipients.
Oakland Public Schools announced plans to launch a program focused on helping Black girls succeed. The school district pioneered a similar program for at-risk Black boys in 2010.
A White House conference spotlighted the obstacles girls of color face in school. The Obama administration announced a set of tools to help school districts address sexual trauma and other needs of this neglected demographic.
The first African-American and woman becomes Library of Congress' new chief executive. She's widely praised for promoting technology at libraries in low-income neighborhoods.
A S.C. drama teacher coaches kids on how to find their voice on social issues. The students have chosen to tackle child hunger and bullying so far.
Principal Nadia Lopez has earned recognition for her inspirational programs. She's even more determined to steer her students on the path to success.
