Education

Let’s not pretend that America’s literacy crisis began with this generation of teenagers when it has been documented for more than 50 years.

Choosing the right high school is a big decision for students and their families. Academic performance, teachers, school culture, extracurriculars, and the overall student experience all play a role. Niche recently released its 2026-27 Best Schools rankings, using data from the U.S. Department of Education, test scores, college data, and reviews submitted by Niche users. […]

Cleveland groups host free back-to-school events with supplies, physicals, and activities for families in need.

Support Black-owned school supply brands that empower diverse students and celebrate their cultures.

HBCU marching bands showcase pride, musicality, and rivalries, making halftime a must-see event, but the 'best' is up for debate.

The Rising Cost of the Classroom: Why Parents Are Paying More Than Ever for Back-to-School Supplies For millions of families, the excitement of a new school year is increasingly being overshadowed by a familiar concern: the rising cost of preparing children for the classroom. From backpacks and notebooks to laptops and calculators, back-to-school shopping has […]

Northeast Ohio families weigh school quality when buying homes; Niche ranks top districts in Cleveland metro area for 2026

Everyone needs, or should want to have,  Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover on their side. Her book, “How Dare You- An HBCU President’s Fight for Half a Billion Dollars Owed-and the State’s Actions to Avoid Payment,”  may have one of the longest titles, but it demonstrates the grit, persistence and dedication of one of the best in the […]

Morehouse Boxing Club is turning jabs and sparring into something bigger: a new way for young Black men to fight for themselves.

Texas Tech System Chancellor Brandon Creighton is a former Republican state senator who passed the state’s ban on DEI initiatives in public schools. 

HBCUs are especially vulnerable because they enroll large numbers of students whose families depend on federal aid and Parent PLUS or Grad PLUS loans.

With Juneteenth approaching, questions have been arising over whether President Trump can cancel the federal holiday. Here's what we know.