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Rethinking the American high school schedule

American high schools are not all the same. Use this scheduling tool to dream big about a high school that will prepare your child for the future.

How to spot racism and bias in the curriculum

Is your school's curriculum anti-racist — or something else?

Ideally, your child's curriculum should be inclusive, anti-biased, and accurate. But when a curriculum falls short, parents need to know what to look for.

5 things for Black families to consider when choosing a school

Your child is entering a system that has historically fallen short in supporting Black students. So consider these five evidence-based signs that a school will be a supportive and equitable environment for your child.

Preschool activities to help prepare your child for kindergarten

Helping your preschool-age child learn new skills can be so much fun, as you’ll see with these easy, on-the-go activities.

Here is what immigrant parents need to know about U.S. education

What immigrant parents need to know about education in the U.S.

Whether an asylum-seeker, a refugee, or undocumented, school kids new to the country can still go to public school and end up doing well.

GreatSchools to Omit Pandemic School Testing Data From Its Ratings

Why we're not using pandemic test score data in our GreatSchools Ratings

Our analysis shows that test score data from 2020 and 2021 are nonexistent at worst and incomplete at best. Instead, we're providing parents with other important school quality information while we await better data from 2022.

How high school pathway programs can make dreams come true

Hillsboro High’s test scores predict poor outcomes. Then what explains the success of graduates?

Helping every student prepare for a career in math or science

Cracking the code on STEM success for Black and brown students

Project Lead The Way enables kids, regardless of background, to set goals and build careers in STEM fields.

A rewarding pathway program helps teens envision —and start to live — their futures

How one high school turns career dreams into practical pathways

How one Kentucky high school helps students dream big and jumpstart their future.

How can we stop school shootings?

An active shooter on school grounds is every parent's worst nightmare. Here is what to know about school safety and how you can help your school maintain a safe environment.

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