by Nelson Graves | 12 Jun 2023 | Culture, Education
Sometimes saying yes can seem scary. But if you say no you close yourself off to opportunities. And some of them might be amazing. Photo illustration by News Decoder. “Say ‘yes.’” That’s Emma Bapt’s advice to high school students, especially girls. “I think...
by Joyce Yang | 26 May 2023 | Faculty in the Spotlight, News Decoder Updates, Tatnall School
Carrie Simpson of The Tatnall School centers global awareness, activism and inquiry in her teaching. She wins this month’s Faculty Spotlight award. News Decoder’s faculty point person at The Tatnall School, Carrie Simpson. (Carrie Simpson) In the first year of...
by Joyce Yang | 16 May 2023 | Greens Farms Academy, News Decoder Updates, Podcasts
As Hartwell’s term on News Decoder’s board concludes, we recognize her enduring contributions to our nonprofit and the world of education at large. News Decoder · Decoder Podcast: Janet Hartwell The Decoder Podcast typically features conversations with...
by Marcy Burstiner | 9 May 2023 | Contests, Hewitt, Journalism, Realgymnasium Rämibühl Zürich, School Year Abroad, Youth Voices
Dogs abused, refugees who struggle, unequal abortion access, menstrual products too costly and unsafe medical implants. These stories topped the competition. Two stories tied for first prize in News Decoder’s 13th Storytelling Contest. A story by Emily Yang of...
by Joyce Yang | 5 May 2023 | Podcasts, School Year Abroad, Students in the Spotlight, Youth Voices
For one American student in France, writing for publication is about processing the world around her — and stepping out of her comfort zone. News Decoder · Decoder Podcast: Clover Choi The Decoder Podcast features conversations with students about their experiences...