I’m an engineer, not a cheerleader. Let’s abandon silly rules about gender roles.
Source: The Washington Post
In this article, 17-year-old science student Sara Sakowitz shares her experience being a girl who loves science.
Culture & Society
Why First Amendment still matters to students
Source: USA Today
At age 13, Mary Beth Tinker wore a black armband to school and ended up in court over her freedom of speech. Now, 48 years later, Tinker is traveling the country to talk to students about their first amendment rights.
5 Ways Consumers Can Be More Socially Conscious in Shopping
Source: Global News
The tragic consequences of the collapse of a garment factory in Bangladesh makes us question the ethics of low-cost goods. Should we be more mindful of our buying choices? Experts in ethical shopping share five ways to be more socially conscious when shopping.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Source: United Nations
Rising from the inhumanity of World War II, the United Nations was established. In 1948, it set forth this declaration of what rights all people the world over should have.
The History of the American Flag
Source: PBS
Learn fun facts about the symbol that represents all Americans, regardless of background or politics.
Holiday movies for kids feature compelling stories new and familiar
Source: The Washington Post
Stories rooted in different traditions, time periods, and experiences appeal to families this holiday season.
Why we’ll always be obsessed with – and afraid of – monsters
Source: The Conversation
Read one author’s take on our “age of fear” and the rise of the zombie.
These women are shaping the future of African space exploration
Source: CNN
Read about three African women who are contributing to space exploration programs on their home continent: a space engineer, a physicist and explorer, and a space law adviser.
The Benefits of Optimism Are Real
Source: The Atlantic
In this article, Emily Esfahani Smith examines two films, Silver Linings Playbook and Life of Pi, to delve into the relationship between optimism and resilience.
Detroit students want poor school conditions addressed
Source: CT Insider
Young people in the Neighborhood Service Organization’s Youth Initiatives Project are making their voices heard. Find out how their student team work is supporting their teachers.