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New Words

November 6, 2017

Merriam-Webster regularly adds new words and phrases to its online dictionary. In September, the dictionary expanded once again. More than 250 new words and phrases were added. Some of the words and phrases have been around for many years. Others…

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NFL Protests

October 6, 2017

On September 24, more than 200 National Football League (NFL) players protested during the national anthem. They sat, knelt, or raised a fist. Some locked arms on the sidelines. Three teams stayed in the locker room. In 2016, Colin Kaepernick…

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Opinion

Should Grades Be Eliminated?

September 27, 2017

Some schools are giving letter grades an F. In their place, students will get detailed progress reports. Critics argue that grades don’t say much about which skills a student has mastered. That C in math could mean you’re struggling with…

Opinion

Should School Bake Sales Be Banned?

March 7, 2017

Cupcakes and brownies are out. Carrot sticks and granola are in. In Massachusetts, selling sugary treats at fundraisers during the school day is banned. Massachusetts is one of 24 states that have adopted the federal Smart Snacks standards. The rules…

Opinion

Should Technology Companies Store Students' Personal Data?

March 6, 2015

Technology is making it easier for schools to collect information about students. Much of the data is collected and stored by technology companies, and not by the schools or the families. Supporters say the programs make it easier for teachers…