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BKReader
3 days ago
Brooklyn

Score Your Dream Prom Look For Free on May 18

Senator Kevin Parker hosts his 15th annual prom dress giveaway for graduating high school students. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
Education

London secondary school pupils 'unable to read or write' thanks to legacy of Covid, expert warns

The damaging effects of Covid on education will continue to impact students in England, affecting their academic achievement and widening socio-economic gaps. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
Education

Oakland Unity Middle School students beating the odds in math, English

Empowering students through innovative teaching methods can inspire them to pursue careers in education despite challenges. [ more ]
www.hamhigh.co.uk
3 months ago
Education

Student taking 28 A-levels at a top north London school still has time for fun

Mahnoor Cheema, 17, is taking 28 A-levels at Henrietta Barnett School in Hampstead Garden Suburb
Despite her academic commitment, Mahnoor manages to balance her life with hobbies and a social life [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
Education

Students at California school struggling after $250K in federal funds spent on 'Woke Kindergarten' program

Glassbrook Elementary spent $250,000 in federal funds on a program called 'Woke Kindergarten', but students' math and reading scores reportedly worsened.
The school hired 'Woke Kindergarten' to boost attendance rather than improve test scores, according to the superintendent. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago
Education

Eltham school 'thrilled' to be named London's Independent School of the Year

Eltham College has been named as one of the UK's highest-achieving secondary schools in the annual Parent Power list.
The school attributes its success to increasing levels of academic achievement, dedicated staff, supportive parents, and a focus on pastoral care and co-curricular activities. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago
Education

South London's top schools revealed in The Sunday Times list

The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has ranked the UK's highest-achieving secondary schools based on post-pandemic examination results.
Leading schools are focusing on mental health and well-being, providing mentoring systems, talks from motivational speakers, and workshops on stress and anxiety.
The guide also highlights schools that integrate career advice into the curriculum and invite visiting speakers to inspire students. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Education

Students Are Missing School at an Alarming Rate

Nearly 70% of highest poverty schools experienced widespread, chronic absenteeism in the 2021-22 school year compared to 25% before the pandemic.
Chronic absenteeism also increased in the most affluent schools to 14% from 3% before the pandemic.
Preliminary data from the 2022-23 school year suggests a slight improvement in chronic absenteeism, but the rates are still high. [ more ]
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