EDUCATION REPORT

 

The new leadership.

Meet Arne Duncan, Secretary of Education

President Obama's choice for Secretary of Education is seen in close-up on one of his last days in his old role as CEO of Chicago public schools.

 

Robert P Moses Radical Equations

1960s Activists Become Today's Educators

Education is the civil rights challenge for the 21st century, say two veteran activists. Their focus is the Algebra Project.

Fresh Ideas

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Turning Yoga into a Tool for Teachers

What a centuries-old practice is doing for today's kids.

Is "No Child Left Behind" Working?

Educators and journalists alike turn to Jack Jennings, NCLB watchdog, for the answer. 

Alice Waters in the Edible Schoolyard

The Incredible Edible Schoolyard

How famous chef Alice Waters turned the garden and kitchen into classrooms and created a new recipe for learning. (Photo by Thomas Heinser)

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What Every Citizen Needs to Know

Studying U.S. history prepares students to vote and help run the country.

The Students Who Built a School

It all started when some Vermont families, teachers among them, traveled to Peru on a learning vacation...

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Why Parents Saved the Oyster School

Inside a dual-immersion classroom

Curriki: Online Home for Educators

Web 2.0 for teachers to share lesson plans.

Public-Private Partners for School Reform

See who's going to bat for public schools! Social entrepreneurs are taking on the huge challenge of  New York City's public schools.

Also: Find out how they're doing.

And: See what the new priorities are.

AARP Member Services & Discounts

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Get great deals on hotels, vacations, car rentals, and more at the AARP Travel Center powered by Expedia.   

Find Health products that may fit your needs, along with wellness and fitness services.

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Create the Good Online

Create The Good
AARP is calling on its members to Create the Good in their neighborhoods.

How Long Will You Live?
This free calculator projects your life span—and advises you how to live longer. 
 

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Member Discounts

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Find great gifts at a great price with the AARP® Member Discounts Holiday Guide!

Driver Safety Month

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It's November! Make sure your loved ones travel safely this holiday season.

Happy Thanksgiving

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Treat friends and family to our new recipes, gift guide, entertaining tips, and more!

Seasonal Savings

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Here's how to save dollars on your drive over the river and through the woods.

Health Action Now!

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Help us keep our momentum for legislative action on health care— NOW!

Solo Travelers

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Connect with other singles who share your wanderlust. Join the group.

Vegas Adventure

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Create your own virtual adventure in Sin City—starring you!

Health-Myth Buster

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Does antibacterial soap prevent more illnesses than regular soap?

Fat 2 Fit

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Here's how one woman uses the Fat 2 Fit Community to keep herself on track.

Create The Good

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Got a little time? Find volunteer opportunities that take minutes, hours, or days.

South Carolina News

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Politically savvy older folks strengthen their online voices with help from tech-savvy kids.

Go Fish

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Love seafood? Here's how to buy and prepare several varieties of this healthy protein source.