CultureFeed Archives
Scholars on Schools: Interview with Jeffrey Dill on Homeschooling
In this short clip, sociologist Jeffrey Dill talks to CultureFeed Editor Joanna Breault about two educational frameworks that frequently guide homeschooling families—and how those frameworks impact character formation in a homeschool setting.
Charter Schools at 30: A Conversation with Members of the Founding Generation
Challenges and triumphs from the first three decades
JROTC students excel: ‘Comes with being part of something much bigger than themselves’
Ashby Foote, city councilman in Jackson, Mississippi, is a big fan of the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, and for good reason.
What’s that kid doing in the tree?
A writer encounters a group of kids climbing trees, wading in streams, and using maps to find a trail in a state park. Where are their parents? They’re practicing “masterly inactivity,” a concept Naomi Schaefer Riley explores in her new book, Be the Parent, Please: Stop Banning Seesaws and Start Banning SnapChat.
Lexington Crew builds moral character through service
Students at South Carolina’s Meadow Glen Middle School are learning the true meaning of good character through a “Crew” program designed to connect them with the community through meaningful service projects. The effort has not only helped to rebuild the community after devastating floods in 2015, but also
Catholic school poll: approval of character at local level
A national survey on character in which a West Roxbury, Massachusetts, Catholic school participated found that respondents have far more confidence in the integrity of local leaders than national ones, a lesson that the school is using to teach its students about character, despite the polarized national political landscape.
Nonprofit Little Kids Rock helps schools engage students through music they love
In early July, more than 500 educators from across the country descended on Colorado State University for the sixth annual Modern Band Summit, an event aimed at helping schools modernize music classes to get more students involved.
Russian luger shares his sled with American
At their core, the Olympics are a testament to the competitive spirit. However, amidst all of the celebration surrounding individual and team triumphs currently underway in Pyeongchang, American luger Chris Mazdzer has revealed that generosity and friendship also have a role to play in the proceedings.
Schools focus on civics to bridge political divides, engage students in government and community
Civics is making a comeback in schools, sparked in part by the 2016 election.
‘Leadership Day’ offers students local role models for overcoming adversity
Hamilton Bicentennial Elementary School in Cuddlebackville, New York wants students facing challenges in life to know they’re not alone, and to offer hope through real-life role models.
Budget challenges influence Oakland, CA’s restorative justice program
Some educators in the Oakland, California school district are concerned about how the district’s budget could impact a restorative justice program credited with lowering student suspension and expulsion rates.
Snowboarder wins gold in super-G ski competition
Ester Ledecka won gold in the Olympic women’s super-G, despite the fact that she primarily considers herself a snowboarder.
