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from www.thisislocallondon.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Students Struggling with Rising Cost of Living

Students in London face severe financial pressures, balancing high living costs with educational expenses.
Side hustles and financial literacy are becoming essential tools for students to manage their finances.

Teachers Are Revealing The Realities About Students That Parents Need To Know

Parents must actively engage in their children's upbringing and accept hard truths regarding their behavior and learning.
Children today struggle with basic skills due to device dependency, lack of authority structure, and inadequate human interaction.
#student-engagement
from Boston.com
2 months ago
Education

Schools are competing with cell phones. Here's how they think they could win.

The 'gradual apathy pandemic' reflects a deeper disengagement among students, exacerbated by social media and post-COVID isolation.

Some schools are going beyond cell phone bans

The "gradual apathy pandemic" among students is driven by social media and post-COVID isolation, leading to decreased engagement in school activities.

Schools are competing with cell phones. Here's how they think they could win.

The 'gradual apathy pandemic' reflects a deeper disengagement among students, exacerbated by social media and post-COVID isolation.

Some schools are going beyond cell phone bans

The "gradual apathy pandemic" among students is driven by social media and post-COVID isolation, leading to decreased engagement in school activities.
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Why Summer Child Care Is a Nightmare

Finding summer child care in the U.S. is challenging due to high costs and scheduling conflicts; public funding is essential for improvement.

Teacher Confused After Mom Expects Her To Write Student's Party Invites

A teacher confronted a parent expecting her to stuff and address birthday invitations for an event, highlighting unrealistic parental demands on educators.

'My brain is going to grow!' Smiles and squeals on first day of school in San Francisco

The new school year in San Francisco brings excitement for students, despite looming challenges like budget deficits and potential school closures.
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from Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Education

1.45 million California students are chronically absent. Can recess and cash get them back?

Chronic absenteeism remains a critical issue in schools, especially among low-income families, even as some rates show improvement post-pandemic.

Students fell behind during the pandemic. How 1 educator is closing the learning gap

Closing the COVID learning gap takes time and effort, with strategies like personal home visits being effective in reducing chronic absenteeism.

1.45 million California students are chronically absent. Can recess and cash get them back?

Chronic absenteeism remains a critical issue in schools, especially among low-income families, even as some rates show improvement post-pandemic.

Students fell behind during the pandemic. How 1 educator is closing the learning gap

Closing the COVID learning gap takes time and effort, with strategies like personal home visits being effective in reducing chronic absenteeism.
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Academic boot camp tackles mission: imposter syndrome | Cornell Chronicle

Warrior identity is central to military members and transitioning veterans, impacting their perception of self and education opportunities.

West Contra Costa School District Sued Over Poor Building Conditions, Teacher Vacancies | KQED

School districts face issues of facility problems and teacher vacancies, impacting student learning and performance.

Capturing the magic of the one-room school in Montana

Exploring the rural school experience and changes in students over time.

PODCAST: Students speak out about special education

Students with disabilities in NYC face challenges accessing necessary accommodations like extra time on tests.
Stigma and trade-offs can impact students with disabilities when utilizing accommodations like extra time on tests.

Irish National Teachers Organisation highlights concern about growth of far right in Ireland leading to 'climate of fear'

Teachers' union stands against hate and toxicity, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in education across Ireland.
Call for establishment of an all-Ireland education forum and addressing the rise of right-wing populism.

Shadow education secretary calls Gillian Keegan's Ofsted comments pathetic'

Phillipson criticizes Keegan's behavior as education secretary.
Calls for Keegan to show respect to the education profession.

WATCH: In the era of "Don't Say Gay", this film about a teacher outed by angry parents feels more relevant than ever

The upcoming Argentinian film 'The Teacher' tells a poignant story about a teacher facing backlash for his relationship with a friend.
The film highlights the challenges queer educators may face in conservative environments, reflecting real-world issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community in education.

Oklahoma's culture wars killed Nex Benedict. They're also why I quit teaching.

The individual showcased a multifaceted teaching career involving special education, trivia coordination, and administrative responsibilities.
The challenges and complexities of being a teacher in Oklahoma are highlighted, including issues like low wages, student struggles, and political tensions.

Teacher training programs don't always use research-backed reading methods

Phonics is an effective way to teach reading.
Teacher training programs do not always align with researched-backed reading methods.

Labour wants to create opportunities for all. Can its education pledges narrow the divide?

Labour poised to win historic election victory on 4th July.
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4 months ago

It opens eyes': How one UK school has welcomed and learned from refugees

The influx of refugee children into UK schools presents challenges and opportunities for educators.

Educators 'Lack Confidence' to Teach Climate Change-What's Being Done at the Policy Level? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Educators face challenges in teaching climate change due to lack of resources, while climate anxiety is a significant concern affecting youth.

Two London schools shortlisted for world's best school prize - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Two London schools, Avanti House and Kingsford Community, are shortlisted for the world's best school prize.

'Playing whack-a-mole': NYC schools' jumble of cell phone policies reveals challenges for statewide ban

Cell phone policies in schools can be complex and inconsistent, leading to challenges for both students and teachers.
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