By Desiree Viramontes American education is confronting a pressing yet often overlooked issue: the rising number of students who experience homelessness. According to a report this year from the National Conference of State Legislatures, more than four million students are affected in ways most of us cannot imagine. Under the McKinney-Vento Act, homeless children and … Read more

By Amy Valentine The pandemic offered the United States an unprecedented lesson in education. The emergency response of spring was not the blended, sustainable model schools need to thrive in the future. During the second half of the 2019–2020 school year, the American education system experienced a historic shift: a near-total halt of in-person learning … Read more

Written By: Aaron Worley Job Hunting in the 21st Century: Realities, Tips, and Lessons Learned The modern job market has shifted dramatically over the past two decades. What used to be a straightforward process—apply to a few places and receive an offer—has become lengthier and more complex for many applicants. The economic downturn and changing … Read more

By Ross Romano In a matter of months, Wordle captured widespread attention, became a daily ritual for many, and turned colored boxes into a social media language of their own. It dominated conversations across platforms, influenced wordplay and culture, and eventually caught the eye of The New York Times. Beyond its surface as a clever … Read more

By LeiLani Cauthen New pre-release data from the Learning Counsel’s 2019 survey reveals a stark reality for American schools: 58 percent of school leaders now identify students’ social and emotional needs as the greatest pressure they face. The same research shows that roughly 27 percent of students nationwide have left traditional public education for alternatives—private … Read more

By Krista-Lotta Ojanen and Saila Juuti There are many ways to begin designing a game. You might start with a compelling mechanic—such as competitive team play in a multiplayer environment—or you might want to tell a memorable story with engaging characters, or build an entire game world that feels unlike our own. When the goal … Read more

By Kelly Wolfe Presence works daily to ensure children can access the services they need to be healthy, included, and successful. We believe every child deserves consistent support regardless of where they live or the workforce challenges in their community. That commitment drives our work to remove barriers to teletherapy and mental health care—addressing licensure … Read more

Prior to the pandemic, at-home and virtual learning were typically limited to homeschooled children or students with medical needs that prevented attendance at traditional schools. At the height of COVID-19 disruptions, more than 90 percent of American households with school-age children reported participating in some form of distance learning, dramatically expanding the use of remote … Read more

Thank you to everyone who visits this site—our readers, contributing writers, and supporters who share our work. Over the past year we have experienced rapid growth, and our research shows that together we can make a meaningful difference. As web designers and content marketers who focus on education and the nonprofit sector, we’ve seen many … Read more

Student Loans: How They Affect Your Finances and Smart Ways to Manage Debt If you are under 40 and went to college, chances are you have direct experience with student loans. For many students attending four‑year universities, borrowing is a common part of financing higher education. Understanding how student loans interact with your broader financial … Read more