Sequoia Carrillo
Stories
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Education
Yet another FAFSA problem: non-citizens can't fill it out
Parents who aren't citizens aren't able to complete the new version of the widely used financial-aid form, adding another barrier to families struggling with the college admissions process.
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National
K-12 students learned a lot last year, but they're still missing too much school
Families will play an essential role in getting students back on track, researchers say. But it's going to take a "culture" shift around the importance of being in school.
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National
How do you discipline an in-school overdose? In some districts, you don't
Amid the rise in teen opioid overdoses, school systems from California to Maryland are changing their approach: Instead of zero tolerance, they're turning to rehabilitation.
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National
Most Americans say schools should do active shooter drills, but disagree on approach
Americans agree students should be prepared for school shootings, but a new NPR/Ipsos poll finds they differ in how to approach the issue.
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Education
Naloxone can save students' lives, but not every school has it
A life-saving drug is gaining support for use in schools across the country, but only about half of the largest districts stock it
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Education
Extreme heat is cutting into recess for kids. Experts say that's a problem
A heat wave at the start of the school year has educators scrambling to keep kids cool and safe.
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Education
As classes resume in sweltering heat, many schools lack air conditioning
Amid sweltering heat waves, classes have resumed in many districts around the country that have outdated heating and cooling systems — or no air conditioning at all.
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Education
Borrowers can now apply for new, income-based student loan repayment
More than 20 million borrowers are eligible under the new repayment plan, and many will see lower payments.
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Education
U.S. reading and math scores drop to lowest level in decades
Newly released data from national test scores in reading and math show a worrisome picture of student learning loss since the pandemic.
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Education
Student podcasters share the dark realities of middle school in America
School shootings, social media, beauty standards. 13-year-olds Erika Young and Norah Weiner delve into what middle school looks like today in their award-winning podcast.