“She makes things harder and then—no surprise—she criticizes. And when that doesn't work, she insults and disparages. That's just who she is, and that's part of the reason she garners very little respect and has gotten very little done since she has been secretary of education.”
By David Brennan (Newsweek)
One of America’s largest teacher’s unions has hit out at Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, accusing her of hypocrisy …
A way to combat the lack of funding in public schools where minorities reside is to allow open enrollment in New York’s public schools.
BROOKLYN, NY (Workers World Today) — It’s not a common phenomenon for parents to be given jail time for sending their children …
It’s important for students to understand why Social Security was created, and why it is essential to their lives today and in the future.
By Jim Borland (SSA.gov)
In May, we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week and honor all of the educators who are preparing students for …
When you apply and are approved for a student loan, it might take a while to receive the funding. Just how long it will take really depends on the lender and also whether the loan is federal or private.
By Ashley Sutphin Watkins (LendEdu)
Whether someone is applying for federal student loans or private student loans can affect very important factors …
Desperate Housewives star Felicity Huffman is among more than 40 people charged in a US college cheating scam, according to unsealed court records.
By BBC
The alleged scheme involved helping students cheat on entrance exams, as well as getting non-athletic students admitted on fake athletic scholarships.
Elite …
Figuring out your role in the Import/Export Business
By NACC
The New American Chamber of Commerce (NACC) in New York has successfully promoted International Trade & Global Business for almost a decade. …
While Notaries are appointed by their states and serve as public officials, they charge their clients directly and the revenue is theirs to keep.
Want to enhance your resume? Why not become a Notary Public. Most employers expect their paralegals to be notaries and trust …
Whether you choose to enroll in a school or work your way up starting as a server, bartending is a lucrative field.
BROOKLYN (Workers World Today) — The American Bartender’s School of NYC prides itself as the oldest bartending school and boasts over 100,000 …
If you are a borrower, but especially a black borrower, be wary of your due dates and sketch a plan of payment so you keep on top of your loan before it gets out of hand.
BROOKLYN (Workers World Today) – By now, we have all heard how immense the student debt crisis actually is. So, it should …
Lower-income teens spend an average of eight hours and seven minutes a day using screens for entertainment, while higher income peers spend five hours and 42 minutes, according to research by Common Sense Media, a nonprofit media watchdog.
By Nellie Bowles (The New York Times)
America’s public schools are still touting devices with screens — even offering digital-only preschools. The …