Claudio Sanchez

Some people in public education work hidden in plain sight. Here's the story of one man who takes on the role of surrogate parent, teacher and counselor.

Few gifted programs across the country have done what Paradise Valley, Ariz., has done to identify and support gifted English language learners.

For years, NPR's Claudio Sanchez has struggled with his decision to leave teaching and the children he had grown so fond of.

States are thankful for the opportunity, but critics say there's no guarantee that states will succeed in two crucial areas the old law — known as No Child Left Behind — failed.

More state control of public schools is on the horizon.

The resignation of the head of the University of Missouri System raises an important question: How should he have responded?

Expulsions and suspensions were much higher for African-American students, researchers found.

Pre-dawn school start times are unhealthy and must change, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

From a young age, Caroline Solomon wanted a career in science. She also wanted to help other deaf and hard-of-hearing people defy the odds. Now, she's considered a role model at Gallaudet University.

Ken Bain has been studying teaching and great college teachers for years. He says they need to tailor their lessons and their teaching to individual students.