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In most of the world, throughout most of history, individuals have served governments. Here, our Constitution says the reverse. In declaring independence 250 years ago, our Founders broke with monarchy and empire to affirm a startling truth: our rights do not come...

In our pursuit of academic excellence, we have too often ignored the deeper question: Who are our students becoming? This question is not sentimental. It is civic. It is constitutional. And it is urgent. Education that cultivates only skill but not character leaves...

In too many American high schools, some students are disengaging. Not all—many thrive—but a meaningful subset drifts through classes without relevance or purpose. Parents see it in flagging motivation and spotty attendance. Teachers feel it in the slow fade of...

Jose Portilla’s story is one of grit, balance, and reinvention. Born in Mexico and raised in Texas, he became the first Mexican-born NFL player to play in a Super Bowl, lining up in Super Bowl XXXIII with the Atlanta Falcons. But...

In the first episode of season two of American Classroom: Stories of Building a Civil Society, we sat down with artist and educator Ben Sowards to explore what it means to grow into the kind of creator only you can become. As a designer for the U.S. Mint, Sowards has...

In a world of increasing complexity, preparing students for success requires more than meeting minimum academic standards. It demands cultivating critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and an entrepreneurial spirit. A shining example of this commitment is the...

Imagine a classroom where brilliance isn’t confined to straight A’s or perfect test scores—a place where a kid scribbling wild inventions in the margins of a notebook or leading a pack of peers with infectious charisma is just as "gifted" as the math whiz. Enter Dr....

The debate over higher education's value continues to intensify in today's rapidly changing world. As costs rise and technology advances, educators and institutions face new challenges in delivering quality education that remains both accessible and affordable. Dr....

Few innovators have made as significant an impact on American education as Dr. Vernon Smith. With over two decades of experience at Rio Salado College in Arizona and subsequent leadership roles at prestigious institutions, Dr. Smith has been at the forefront of...