About
We cover inequality and innovation in education with in-depth journalism that uses research, data and stories from classrooms and campuses to show the public how education can be improved and why it matters. Read more about our mission
Education is one of the most important issues of our time. Our reporters and editors push education reporting to new levels of quality, clarity, depth and breadth, to explain why education policy matters and how it’s affecting young people.
We cover the issues we cover because we believe in them, but our reporting is often recognized by our peers. We appreciate it.
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2015
Full-court press for Mississippi third graders in summer school has disappointing results
First Place, Public Affairs Reporting/Non-Dailies, Green Eyeshade Awards
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2015
Andre Perry's Degree of Interest column
First Place, Serious Commentary/Online, Green Eyeshade Awards
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2015
The rich-poor divide on America’s college campuses is getting wider, fast
Winner, The Iris Molotsky Award for Excellence in Higher Education
Fred M. Hechinger was education editor of The New York Times, an author of several books and an advocate for public education. The Hechinger Report continues his efforts to produce and promote high-quality education coverage.
Our media partners allow us to reach the widest possible audience. We’ve produced stories in collaboration with many news organizations both large and small.
The Hechinger Report is supported in its work by a variety of foundations and individuals. Because we are funded by multiple philanthropies, we have the freedom to follow stories wherever they lead.