Education – Page 71 – People's World

Today in labor history: Social reformer Jane Addams is born

September 6, 2013 By Special to People’s World

Addams was a co-founder of Chicago's Hull House, a social Christian, and a leader in the women's suffrage and peace movements. She was the first American woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize.

President Obama rolls out higher education plan

August 26, 2013 By Michelle Kern

President Obama debuted his new proposal for curbing costs of higher education.

Philly coalition demands quality education for all

August 23, 2013 By Ben Sears

They came to deliver a message to the School Reform Commission (SRC), the mayor and governor: "Restore funding for Philadelphia schools!"

U.S. faults accreditation panel in City College of San Francisco ruling

August 19, 2013 By Michelle Kern

In a significant win for City College of San Francisco, the U.S. Department of Education issued a letter that could turn the tables on the accrediting agency.

City College of San Francisco: 99% vs. corporate education reform

July 29, 2013 By Michelle Kern

The teachers union and the Save CCSF coalition believe that the agency is following a corporate agenda in the fight over accreditation of the San Francisco college.