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Emporia High School's theatre program earned a spot at the International Thespian Festival for the first time in school history. Their production about women in the Vietnam War scored among the highest in Kansas.
When the federal government ended its 43-year Blue Ribbon Schools program, Minnesota refused to let eight exceptional schools go unrecognized. The state created its own awards to celebrate schools excelling in student achievement and closing gaps between student groups.
Ghana is launching a massive program to upgrade 60 secondary schools across the country, aiming to end the inequality that makes some schools highly sought after while others are avoided. With $300 million in World Bank funding, the initiative will transform lower-tier schools into top-tier institutions.
Every Monday during tax season, trained accounting students at Ossining High School help community members file their tax returns for free. These teenagers are among the youngest volunteers nationwide offering this crucial service through a federal program.
Marist High School runner Tori Sherman shattered her school's 1,500-meter record by four full seconds at a major Oregon track meet. The rising star clocked 4:41.86, marking a breakthrough moment in her athletic journey.
A new high school program offering free college classes and tech training saw applications nearly double to 387 students competing for just 30 spots. The ACCESS Academy is proving that ninth graders can handle Python programming, cybersecurity conferences, and a 3.72 average GPA.
A Tallahassee cheerleading team just claimed the top prize at the country's most prestigious high school championship. The Chiles High School Timberwolves dominated their division with a nearly ten-point lead.
Five teens overcoming substance use disorder walked the stage at Hope Academy's graduation, marking years of perseverance and second chances. Indiana's only recovery high school just celebrated its 20th class of graduates heading to college and careers.
A national school archery program just recognized 12.3% more students for academic achievement this year, proving that sports and grades can go hand in hand. Over 100 new schools joined the movement to help kids find confidence both on the range and in the classroom.
A high school athlete just broke a track record that stood for over three decades. Thor Springman's incredible performance is earning him recognition as athlete of the month.
A high school in Ghana's South Tongu district just turned its campus into an agricultural training ground where students learn farming skills that could launch careers. The Green Scholars Project offers free land plowing, equipment, and hands-on training to make agriculture cool again for young people.
Utah high school athletes are proving that hard work, dedication, and teamwork create champions both on and off the field. From swimming to wrestling to basketball, these six student athletes are leading their teams to victory while inspiring their communities.
A Vancouver high school just cracked the global top 10 in education's toughest competition. Canada Royal Arts High School is the first Canadian school ever to reach this milestone in the innovation category.
A growing Australian community that waited two decades for a high school just got the green light for construction. The new Gracemere High School will welcome its first students in 2028.
Reading High School is opening its specialized Innovation Academy to all incoming ninth graders through a creative new seminar program. The district designed the solution to meet state requirements while giving every student equal access to career pathway programs.
Two California high school seniors just proved that personal bests are made to be beaten. At recent track meets, they shattered their own school records in incredible displays of determination.
A New Jersey high school just proved that academic excellence and accessibility can go hand in hand. Hoboken High School earned a national Bronze distinction for expanding college-level opportunities while helping students succeed.
Tate High School made history as the first traditional high school in Escambia County to earn Florida's top "A" rating. The achievement reflects years of dedication from teachers, students, and families working together toward excellence.
Every public school in Utah now has high-speed internet after a remote Navajo Nation high school received fiber connectivity. The 200-mile network ends a decade-long digital divide for students who couldn't research colleges or stream lessons without freezing screens.
A mental health education program for elementary students in Australia has reduced bullying by a quarter. The breakthrough comes after researchers discovered kids in after-school care face twice the bullying of typical students.
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