Bill Clinton put a spotlight on a little-known early childhood program. HIPPY helps parents, especially those with limited education, prepare their young child for school.

A 10-year-old student mows lawns to help his mom pay for school supplies. He inspired others to help kids in need get ready for school.

GoFundMe is investigating a homeless student for possible fraud. Meanwhile, the $184,000 raised on his behalf is frozen.

NY launches mental health initiative for young children. Researchers say that children of color disproportionately lack access to quality mental health services.

Chronic absenteeism is a widespread national problem. A Brooklyn school found a solution.

Former homeless valedictorian decides to support other homeless students. He understands the obstacles homeless kids must overcome to be successful.

A new survey found that education policy tops the list of issues that young adults care about. That's especially true for African-Americans.

A homeless Georgia teen biked six miles to return to college. Strangers donated thousands of dollars to help him.

The Dept. of Education announces a new round of competitive grants for Promise Neighborhoods. Harlem Children's Zone inspired the program.

Dozens of Black pastors in Florida are urging the state NAACP to drop a lawsuit that seeks to end a school voucher program. This is a rare example of disharmony.

A philanthropy organization awards nearly $3 million in grants toward education programs in Kentucky for Black boys. Observers praised the award, but warned that Black girls are being neglected.

Students often lose much of what they learned during summer break. The so-called "summer slide" harms many Black students.