Studies show that students connect better to teachers who look like them. A group of Black teachers and education advocates discuss the value of diversity.
Author and educator Chris Emdin discusses cultural bias in the classroom. He suggests using hip-hop as a tool to engage Black students.
Advocates and educators say teachers can play a major role in bridging communities and schools. Teachers who know the community they serve are more effective.
U.S. Secretary of Education John King shares his vision for education equity. NewsOne Now host Roland Martin and his panel evaluate King's vision and the likely education policies of the presidential candidates.
A federal judge blocks Obama's transgender school bathroom rule. The plaintiffs accused the president of an overreach.
Principal Nadia Lopez has earned recognition for her inspirational programs. She's even more determined to steer her students on the path to success.
An Indiana elementary school's teachers are having honest discussions about race and power. The teachers are continuing the voluntary talks after school sessions for a third year.
Spelman College established a task force to consider whether to admit transgender students. The historically Black college would join a wave of other elite women's institutions to make the policy change.
Homeless among students is a growing national crisis. The Department of Education has issued guidance to states and school districts on how to address this issue.
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.
Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers, knows just how important education is for the future leaders of our nation and the world. She recently spoke with Roland Martin, host of NewsOne Now, about the state of the American education system.
A new survey found that education policy tops the list of issues that young adults care about. That's especially true for African-Americans.
