A teenage mother bounced from home-to-home but remained focused on earning her college degree. She credits the support from a college diversity program for her success.

Through support and nurturing, Dr. Isiah Warner overcame obstacles to become a leading chemist. He's reaching back to help others.

A federal court orders Cleveland, Mississippi to desegregate its secondary schools. The judge approved a Justice Department plan to consolidate the middle and high schools.

The Department of Education hosted a national teacher diversity summit. It also released new data on the issue.

Teacher of the year Jahana Hayes sets off on a national tour to inspire other educators. She advises them to build relationships with their students.

Secretary of Education John King talks with NewsOne about elevating the teaching profession. He wants to give teachers a voice and prepare them for the 21st century classroom.

This is teacher appreciation week. Here are some ideas to show teachers how much you care.

NY state lawmakers have a plan to diversify NYC's elite public high schools. The city has long sought a way to bring Blacks and Hispanics into the schools.

Growing numbers of Black parents are deciding to homeschool their children. Racial bias and school safety are some of their major concerns.

President Obama may be near the end of his presidency, but his youth mentoring program is going strong. Chair of My Brother's Keeper Broderick Johnson delivered that message at the 25th annual NAN convention.

First Lady Michelle Obama hosted the third annual College Signing Day in Harlem. About 4, 000 high school seniors and several celebrities joined Mrs. Obama for the event to promote higher education.

Manifest Your Destiny launches a year-long focus on at-risk Black boys. The mentoring program is marking the 10th anniversary of founder Hill Harper's bestseller, Letters to a Young Brother.