Education

Science

Zipcode Destiny: The Persistent Power Of Place And Education

There's a core belief embedded in the story of the United States: the American Dream. The possibility of climbing the economic ladder is central to that dream. This week we speak with Raj Chetty, one of the most influential economists alive today, about the state of economic mobility in the U.S. and whether the notion of the American Dream is still useful. For more information about the research in this episode, visit https://n.pr/2z8cvSs.

Education

Who's a good neighbor? Mr. Rogers, of course

The first full-length biography of Fred Rogers sheds light on a brilliant career and the dearth of quality, educational children's television programming.

Arts & Life

Khaled Hosseini in Seattle: The reality of refugees beyond fiction

Education

This is why the League of Women Voters is urging 'no' vote on Seattle education levy

Education

UW food pantry started as a pop up. Now it's permanent.

The University of Washington recently opened a permanent food pantry in response to a growing number of college students who are going hungry.

Education

Will Seattle voters back $638M education levy?

Will Seattle voters pass the new education levy, second largest levy in the city's history? Joni Balter, host of Civic Cocktail on the Seattle Channel, and Q13 News political analyst C.R. Douglas look at the prospects with KUOW’s Angela King.

Education

Seattle Schools adds 15 buses to reduce delays

The district is exercising a clause in its contract to force First Student to pay for additional buses and drivers from competitor Durham Bus Service.