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Best Schools in Boston 2016

With charter school legislation on the ballot this year, the fight between the pro-charter and anti-charter faithful is reaching a fever pitch. Here’s what you need to know, plus our exclusive ranking of area high schools.

Arts & Entertainment

Fall Arts Preview 2016

160 awesome things do this season.

Home & Property

Get This: The ‘Litho’ Desk from Ligne Roset

Playfully asymmetrical.

Style

Object of Desire: A Leather-and-Cowhide Backpack by Meichi Peng

A grownup take on the back-to-school staple.

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The Demise of the Textbook Mafia

Textbooks are antiquated and incredibly expensive. With the industry facing extinction, Massachusetts is poised to revolutionize educational publishing.

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Harvard Final Clubs, By the Numbers

Examining the school’s coed clash.

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The Great Charter Schools Debate

With charter school legislation on the ballot this year, the fight between the pro-charter and anti-charter faithful is reaching a fever pitch. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Charter Cheat Sheet: A Guide to Charter Schools in Massachusetts

A primer for parents.

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Why I Love My Charter School

Three families make their case, arguing that charters emphasize open communication and personal responsibility.

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Why I Love My Traditional Public School

Three families make their case, arguing that Boston Public Schools offer a diverse and supportive learning environment.