Graduates of the future will buy from the world, sell to the world, work with employees all over the world. Will they be ready to tackle global problems?

Beyond the traditional subjects, students need four important life skills.

The author describes how high schools can prepare students to meet the academic demands of college.

The High School That Works model blends college prep with modern vocational studies.

Counting Carnegie units is no way to measure practical proficiencies.

Students—the first in their family to attend college—reflect on their intimidating first year.

The New Commission on the Skills of the American Workforce proposes a complete redesign for public education.

South Side High School increases its enrollment in the International Baccalaureate and proves that all students can profit.

To empathize with peers of different races, religions, and linguistic origins, students need to be culturally sophisticated.

Two schools provide intellectually challenging experiences to all “tracks.”

High school teachers incorporate key components of social learning into the curriculum.

Peer support helps nontraditional students see college as a real opportunity.

Japan's moral curriculum inspires service and harmony.

A technology specialist launches elementary students into the world of blogs and digital audios.