About The Classroom

The Classroom helps students, families and educators understand the changing world of education. We combine practical, evergreen guidance on college admissions, academic success and classroom learning with timely coverage of education policy, technology, artificial intelligence and other developments affecting schools and students.

Whether you're preparing for college, working toward a degree, supporting a student or keeping up with changes in education, The Classroom provides clear, useful information to help you make informed decisions and take your next step.

Who We Serve

The Classroom is dedicated to:

• High school students preparing for college and making decisions about their education
• College students looking for practical guidance on academics, campus life and career preparation
• Parents and families supporting students through educational decisions
• Educators who want to understand emerging classroom practices, technology and broader changes in education
• Lifelong learners looking for clear explanations of academic subjects and educational topics

Navigating The Classroom

The Classroom provides practical guidance for students, families and educators while covering the developments shaping education today. You can:

• Search and compare thousands of U.S. colleges and universities using information from the U.S. Department of Education.
• Strengthen your knowledge of English, social studies and other academic subjects.
• Prepare for college admissions, standardized tests and important application deadlines.
• Learn about classroom technology, artificial intelligence and changes to educational programs and policies.
• Find practical guidance on college life, academic success and preparing for a future career.

Learning happens inside and outside the classroom, and we're here to help you understand what comes next.

Our Editorial Promise

The Classroom is committed to providing clear, practical and accurate information that students, families and educators can use. Our publishing team is:

• Focused on reliable information: We consult official educational institutions, government agencies, academic research and other established sources appropriate to each topic.
• Approachable and respectful: We know that educational decisions and challenges can feel overwhelming. Our content explains complex subjects clearly without judging or talking down to readers.
• Dedicated to accuracy: We review articles for clarity and factual support, cite sources where appropriate and distinguish confirmed information from developing policies, proposals or research.
• Committed to staying current: We monitor changes to admissions processes, testing, education policy, classroom technology and other time-sensitive topics, updating our coverage when important information changes.

Featured Writers

The Classroom Staff

The Classroom Staff covers timely developments affecting students, families and educators, including college admissions, education policy, classroom technology, artificial intelligence and changes to academic programs. The team uses information from educational institutions, government agencies, academic research and other established sources to help readers understand what is changing and how it may affect their education.

Dr. Mary Dowd

Dr. Mary Dowd is a dean of students who holds a doctorate in educational leadership from Minnesota State University. Dr. Dowd has also led many administrative offices such as affirmative action, women's center and student conduct. She enjoys teaching, writing and advising students on how to succeed in college.

Jess Jones

Jess Jones has been teaching college-level courses in English and Communications for the past 10 years. In addition to creating and facilitating peer-to-peer tutoring programs, she's worked to develop new curriculum for classes designed to teach academic success skills to incoming students. Jones holds a B.A. in English as well as an M.A. in English Language and Literature.

Dr. Kelly Meier

Dr. Kelly Meier is a writer and multiculturalist with over 30 years of experience in higher education. She serves as the Senior Director of Institutional Diversity at Minnesota State University, Mankato and as a faculty member in the College of Education. Kelly holds a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership and is the author of several equity related publications and training resources.

Kristina Barroso

Kristina Barroso is a passionate educator and Language Arts teacher who has worked with a wide range of students, from struggling readers to advanced and gifted populations.