Should teen tanning be banned in Iowa?
Concerns about the increased risk of skin cancer for teens using indoor tanning beds has prompted new legislation in Iowa, although some opponents say personal… Read More
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Students investigate the pros and cons of education grants
In West Virginia, schools throughout the state saw a drop in test scores while they transitioned to new Common Core standards. But at Richwood High… Read More
West Virginia students reveal how a chemical spill affected their community
After a spill spread toxic chemicals in West Virginia’s water supply, the state passed a law to regulate state industries and prevent another disaster. But the law… Read More
Women scientists combat stereotypes with #girlswithtoys
Heather Heenehan, a PhD candidate at Duke University studying marine science and conservation, used the hashtag #GirlswithToys to tweet this photo of her using acoustic… Read More
Cutting down on conflict minerals
Ever wonder if your laptop or tablet contains natural resources extracted in a conflict zone? Student Reporting Labs reporter Gabriel Gamino Guerrero interviewed Arizona State… Read More
How an elementary school moves on after a shooting
In 2010, a gunman attacked an elementary school playground in suburban San Diego. Four years later, students from nearby Carlsbad High School visited the school… Read More
Empowering students is the solution
Jasmine Doan, a high school senior at Seabury Hall, spends her free time organizing events that empower students. She started the first TEDx Youth conference… Read More
Teen firefighter has ‘heart and soul’ to get job done
Since Candice Brazell was old enough to crawl she’s been on a firetruck. Two generations of men in her family have been volunteer firefighters, and… Read More
Youth organization thankful for teen’s ‘help and service’
At Central Hardin High School, students highlighted Trajan Tushkan, a high school sophomore who mentors elementary school children at the Mission Hope… Read More
Peer tutor inspires special need students
Elizabeth Biggs spends part of each school day helping a student with Downs Syndrome succeed as a video producer. Produced by James Canada, Caleb… Read More