A Crusade to End Grading in High Schools

How do you feel about the current grading system in high school? Many argue that because grades are based on a teacher’s judgment, they don’t adequately reflect mastery of a school’s standards. Mastery Credits and Mastery Transcripts aim to capture a more accurate snapshot of a students accomplishments. Read more here.

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FAFSA applications are open. Here’s how to fill it out this year

If you are applying to college (or thinking about applying to college) and are in need of financial aid, you’ll want to complete the Free Application For Federal Student Aid or simply FAFSA. NPR’s Life Kit will tell you how and when to complete the form, guide you through the process of applying for financial…

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