This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters NYC reading scores reveal some progress. Is Eric Adams’ curriculum mandate working? Alex Zimmerman, Chalkbeat Jul 7, 2025 at 5:15pm EDT Sign up for Chalkbeat New...
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On the Road with Purpose: An Illinois Teacher’s Yearlong Journey to Discover What Belonging Means in Education
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters On the road: This Illinois teacher spent a year asking educators what belonging means to them Samantha Smylie, Chalkbeat Jun 20, 2025 at 5:41pm EDT Sign up for...
Having once faced the same struggles, this Brooklyn mentor now guides students who skip school.
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters This Brooklyn mentor understands why students don’t show up. He was once in their shoes. Amy Zimmer, Chalkbeat May 7, 2025 at 5:49pm EDT Sign up for Chalkbeat’s free...
Colorado Teacher of the Year 22 Semifinalists
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters Meet the 22 semifinalists for Colorado Teacher of the Year Ann Schimke, Chalkbeat Jun 5, 2025 at 5:21pm EDT Sign up for Chalkbeat Colorado’s free daily newsletter to...
A new study reveals that many students decide they’re “not good at math” before they even leave primary school.
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters Many students decide they’re not a ‘math person’ by the end of elementary school, new study shows Norah Rami, Chalkbeat Jun 17, 2025 at 5:08pm EDT Sign up for...
The Math Gender Gap
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters The gender gap in math is back. The pandemic isn’t the only reason. Erica Meltzer, Chalkbeat May 13, 2025 at 3:02am EDT Sign up for Chalkbeat’s free weekly...
Moziah ‘Mo’ Bridges: Building a Fashion Empire with Mo’s Bows
Moziah "Mo" Bridges, a teenage fashion entrepreneur, has captured the hearts and imaginations of many with his vibrant and innovative approach to men's accessories. His journey began in Memphis, Tennessee, when at the tender age of nine, he decided to address a gap he...
Cory Nieves: The Young Entrepreneur Behind Mr. Cory’s Cookies
Cory Nieves, famously known as Mr. Cory, is a young entrepreneur whose early ambition and love for baking led to the creation of Mr. Cory's Cookies, a company celebrated for its all-natural gourmet cookies. The story began in 2009 when six-year-old Cory and his...
Asia Newson: Candles and Confidence with Super Business Girl
Asia Newson, the founder of Super Business Girl, began her entrepreneurial journey when she was just five years old, inspired by watching her father, Michael Newson, sell candles door-to-door in Detroit. Captivated by the process, she decided to learn the trade...
Mikaila Ulmer: A Teen Entrepreneur with a Mission to Save the Bees
Mikaila Ulmer, born on September 28, 2004, in Houston, Texas, is a remarkable African American entrepreneur who founded Me & the Bees Lemonade. Her business, started in Austin, Texas, has grown impressively, with products now available in over 1,500 stores nationwide....









