For Many, High School Diploma Indicates They’re not Ready
The U.S. high school graduation rate has reached a record high of 81%, but questions remain about whether or not a high school diploma represents college- or career-readiness.
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The Silicon Valley Black Chamber of Commerce Black Youth Hackathon
The Silicon Valley Black Chamber of Commerce is holding its first ever annual black youth hackathon, open to all African American youth aged 16 to 24.
[Watch] A Conversation With Millennials About Student Loan Debt Solutions
With student loan debt topping $1 trillion it is imperative that we educate students young and old about alternative solutions to their debt burden. As I saw in the student’s eyes that night, many have given up on the American Dream they were told was within their reach if they worked hard and got a good education.
What Consumers Should Know about the Affordable Care Act
Today is the last day to enroll for affordable health care through the market place. So far, the White House estimates more than 6 million Americans have signed up for...
5 STEM Organizations to Follow on Facebook and Twitter
With the right mix of encouragement, education, hands-on experience, and open dialogue about career opportunities, young girls and women can become more in prevalent in STEM fields. Of course it...