Recent Coverage

A Forked Road to Graduating High School
The Sound of Ideas: Tuesday, July 13, 2010
The GED is a second chance for high school dropouts to earn the equivalent of a diploma and give themselves a chance to pursue a better life. But a new study suggests that the GED is not the same as four years of high school. It doesn't boost recipients' income and precious few achieve higher degrees. On the next Sound of Ideas, a closer look at the GED program in Ohio, what it measures and whether the test earns a passing grade. Join us Tuesday morning at 9:00.

Reporters’ Roundtable: LeBron Does ‘What’s Right… For Him’
The Sound of Ideas: Friday, July 9, 2010
In the eyes of some fans Lebron has become LeBum overnight not only with his choice of Miami as his new basketball home but in the super-hyped way he handled his free agency announcement. On the Sound of Ideas reporters roundtable, a chance for you to sound off, sigh in resignation or otherwise prepare to move on...plus, our analysis from some "experts." And, some of the news that's been buried beneath "King" James: Cleveland makes the short list for the Democratic National Convention and a notorious congressman struggles to come back. Join us with your take and your questions. Friday at 9 on 90.3. *photo courtesy The Plain Dealer

WORLD CUP WEEKEND: The Extreme World of Soccer Training
Regional News Stories: Friday, July 9, 2010
ideastream® intern Alex Spectorsky has this personal reflection on an intense game and the equally intense training it takes to be a star player.

Parenting 101
The Sound of Ideas: Tuesday, July 6, 2010
At three years old, they're trying to climb into your bed in the middle of the night. At 13, they may not want to be seen with you, especially not at the mall. What's a parent to do? Tuesday morning at 9:00, we'll introduce you to two local child psychologists who can answer that question. They'll explain the dangers of "helicopter parents" who hover too close; what happens when parents give young children too much freedom; and what's actually happening in the mind of a child. Bring your parenting questions and experiences to The Sound of Ideas with host Dan Moulthrop for a conversation about the most important job many of us ever have.

Cleveland School District Reaches Tentative Contract Agreement With Teachers
Regional News Stories: Tuesday, July 6, 2010
The Cleveland School District and the teachers union have reached a tentative contract agreement they say will return many laid off teachers To Work.

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Funding

Funding for the coverage of education topics comes from The GAR Foundation; The George Gund Foundation; The Kelvin and Eleanor Smith Foundation; and The Cleveland Foundation.