The idea, known as “redshirting,” has downsides, but proponents say it could help close a persistent gender gap in education.

As the new school year ramps up, teachers and parents need to be reminded of a well-kept secret: Across all grade levels ... several hundred 5 and 6-year-old boys and girls through a type of ...

The project includes evidence-based, practical ways to help boys succeed at every grade level ... of male students. Girls were 1.9 times more likely to be in the top 5 percent of graduating ...