Lauren covers education for WORLD’s digital, print, and podcast platforms. She is a graduate of Thomas Edison State University and World Journalism Institute, and she lives in Wichita, Kan.
U.S. schools struggle to teach students at home amid a COVID-19 wave
The Taliban’s takeover left many families stranded
Schools show optimism about the future of their programs after pandemic disruptions
Foster families find both meaning and challenges working with the system
Girls’ education in Afghanistan faces an uncertain future
Beijing imposes tight new restrictions on online tutoring
The delta variant makes for a chaotic start to the school year
The pandemic could have long-term implications for the safety of young drivers
The pandemic left many older educators with a difficult decision
Families build comforting bonds with terminally ill unborn children
