HEALTH August 16, 2023 Parents prepping for back-to-school time are urged to talk to kids about drugs: 'Far-reaching implications' As kids head back to school, addiction specialists share tips for parents to speak openly and honestly about drug use — and to set clear boundaries to keep kids safe and well-informed.
Kentucky August 16, 2023 Company behind Louisville’s disastrous rollout of a new school bus system had similar issues in Ohio last year AlphaRoute, the company responsible for Louisville’s disastrous rollout of a new school bus system, had similar issues with Ohio’s Cincinnati and Columbus districts.
HEALTH August 16, 2023 Be well: Ease back-to-school anxiety for kids with these expert tips Many children and teens experience heightened anxiety as they return to school, particularly since the COVID pandemic. Experts share tips for easing back-to-school anxiety.
US August 16, 2023 6.5 million students chronically absent after the pandemic, new study shows A Stanford study reveals record-high chronic absenteeism after COVID lockdowns with over 25% of students missing 10% of their classes during the 2021-22 school year.
EDUCATION August 8, 2023 Alaska school policy lets administrators hide gender identity of students from parents, watchdog finds Anchorage School District allows students to keep their gender identity confidential, even from parents, according to Parents Defending Education.
College August 8, 2023 Preparing your teen for college and life in a dorm: Avoid over-packing Getting your child ready to leave for college can be an emotional time (and stressful) time for parents. Here are tips that will help you and your teen prepare for move-in day.
Digital Originals July 27, 2023 Homeschooling on the high seas: Texas family gives new meaning to 'real world' education A Texas homeschool family ditched their life on land for a life on the high seas, using the boat as their classroom to learn more about different cultures.
Digital Originals July 12, 2023 'RECIPE FOR DISASTER': Former principal 'not that surprised' by continuing learning loss despite federal aid A former school principal turned homeschool mom, Mandy Davis, reacted to schools' continued learning loss post COVID-19 despite billions given in federal aid.
Digital Originals July 10, 2023 School choice a 'beautiful freedom,' says former principal who turned to homeschooling A former private school principal, Mandy Davis, advocated for more education options for students as the nationwide debate over school choice continues.
EDUCATION June 22, 2023 Charter schools outperform public schools: report The latest progress report on our nation's schools shows that charter schools are outperforming when compared with their public school counterparts.
Odd News May 31, 2023 Suspected senior prank lists Maryland school for sale at $42K on Zillow Meade Senior High School in Fort Meade, Maryland, was recently listed for $42,069 on Zillow in what many believe could be a senior prank. Here's what the fake listing included.