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fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 hours ago

How much have you spent as a teacher to buy supplies and decorate your classroom? We want to hear from you.

Michelle Medintz spent at least $5,000 in 2022 alone, largely on books. She created a 'cozy corner' in her classroom with shelves filled with books, cushions on the floor, and stuffed animals. 'That doesn't make me a better teacher than my colleagues,' Medintz said.
Education
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Hyper-targeted scheme to help at-risk schools in England tackle knife crime

Dedicated support for schools in England aims to prevent knife crime using targeted mapping technology and focused assistance.
#mental-health
NYC politics
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Mamdani's new mental health plan hinges on troubled de Blasio initiative

Mayor Mamdani aims to reform B-HEARD to improve mental health emergency responses, but faces significant operational challenges.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Almost half of primary teachers in England see pupils with eating disorders, survey finds

Eating disorders among students are increasingly prevalent, with significant numbers of teachers observing these issues in primary and secondary schools.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Mamdani's new mental health plan hinges on troubled de Blasio initiative

Mayor Mamdani aims to reform B-HEARD to improve mental health emergency responses, but faces significant operational challenges.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Almost half of primary teachers in England see pupils with eating disorders, survey finds

Eating disorders among students are increasingly prevalent, with significant numbers of teachers observing these issues in primary and secondary schools.
#homelessness
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
16 hours ago

More absences, lower grades: NYC leaving the educational needs of homeless students behind, report finds | amNewYork

Homeless students in NYC face significant educational challenges, including chronic absenteeism and frequent school transfers, impacting their academic performance.
NYC parents
fromCity & State NY
1 day ago

Report: Absenteeism, lagging test scores, school transfers soar for homeless NYC students

Homeless students in New York City face significant educational disparities, including chronic absenteeism and low test scores compared to their housed peers.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
16 hours ago

More absences, lower grades: NYC leaving the educational needs of homeless students behind, report finds | amNewYork

Homeless students in NYC face significant educational challenges, including chronic absenteeism and frequent school transfers, impacting their academic performance.
NYC parents
fromCity & State NY
1 day ago

Report: Absenteeism, lagging test scores, school transfers soar for homeless NYC students

Homeless students in New York City face significant educational disparities, including chronic absenteeism and low test scores compared to their housed peers.
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
15 hours ago

Affordable teacher housing is scarce. This group is trying an innovative solution in Oakland

Rooted program provides affordable housing for educators in Oakland, alleviating financial stress and promoting community investment.
fromPsychology Today
19 hours ago

Why We Distinguish Suicide Clusters From Pacts

On February 1, 2026, a man associated with Ivaylo Kalushev received a message from him: 'Goodbye, friend, we are very tired and have no more strength.' The next day, police found the bodies of three middle-aged men at Kalushev's burnt lodge in western Bulgaria.
Russo-Ukrainian War
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
16 hours ago

Two Minutes Could Change How Officers See People They Serve

Hypervigilance in police can harm personal relationships; Just-Like-Me meditation may enhance connection and prosocial behavior.
#parenting
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Daughter's Sport Has Taken a Sudden Turn. She's Too Young for This.

Introducing skill testing in sports for young children can be appropriate if they have prior experience and are ready for growth.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

My Daughter Has Been Framed for Something She Didn't Do. My Husband Thinks She Should Just Accept the Punishment.

Middle schoolers should be involved in decisions about their conflicts and how to address misunderstandings with peers and school authorities.
fromIndependent
6 days ago
Parenting

My 10-year-old son watched porn at a friend's house - but I have no idea how to talk to him about it

Reactions to a child's discovery of pornography can influence their willingness to communicate openly.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Son Has Suddenly Developed an Alarming Attitude Toward School. I Don't Recognize Him.

Understanding the reasons behind a teenager's disengagement from school is crucial for effective parental intervention.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Daughter's Sport Has Taken a Sudden Turn. She's Too Young for This.

Introducing skill testing in sports for young children can be appropriate if they have prior experience and are ready for growth.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

My Daughter Has Been Framed for Something She Didn't Do. My Husband Thinks She Should Just Accept the Punishment.

Middle schoolers should be involved in decisions about their conflicts and how to address misunderstandings with peers and school authorities.
Parenting
fromDefector
5 days ago

Rejoice, Tired Parents! Defector Will Raise Your Children Now | Defector

Defector launches a parenting advice column called Minor Dilemmas to address various parenting challenges and questions.
Parenting
fromIndependent
6 days ago

My 10-year-old son watched porn at a friend's house - but I have no idea how to talk to him about it

Reactions to a child's discovery of pornography can influence their willingness to communicate openly.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Son Has Suddenly Developed an Alarming Attitude Toward School. I Don't Recognize Him.

Understanding the reasons behind a teenager's disengagement from school is crucial for effective parental intervention.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

More teens are getting hooked on gambling. Parents say it often goes undetected

Gambling addiction among boys is rising, with 36% of U.S. boys aged 11 to 17 having gambled in the past year.
Law
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Maryland lawmakers advance broad school protections, including for trans students

Maryland lawmakers are advancing legislation to expand anti-discrimination protections in education, explicitly including transgender youth and allowing legal action against schools.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Not everyone who avoids asking for help is proud. Some of them asked once, received it with a lecture attached, and learned that the cost of support was a small erosion of standing they could never quite earn back. - Silicon Canals

Asking for help can lead to unintended consequences that affect relationships and self-perception.
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Why Is Eradicating Adverse Childhood Experiences Critical?

Nearly 90 percent of suicide attempts among high school students are attributable to ACEs, as are 80 percent of adult suicides, translating to 109 suicides per day.
Public health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Start Strong But Never Finish? 4 Causes and 4 Solutions

Starting strong and quitting is common due to tedium, poor planning, and discouragement; recognizing patterns and seeking support can help overcome this.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Prep talk: LA84 Foundation continues to be champion for youth sports

The LA84 Foundation has invested over $250 million in youth sports, emphasizing the importance of access and play equity.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Man dies after group fight in Concord elementary school parking lot, police say

A man died following a group fight in a school parking lot during an after school program.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

TDSB to cut 40 vice-principal positions, forcing some schools to share administrators | CBC News

Toronto District School Board will cut 40 vice-principal positions due to funding loss and declining enrolment, leading to shared roles in some schools.
Brooklyn
fromBed-Stuy, NY Patch
5 days ago

Teen Caught With Gun At Brooklyn High School, NYPD Says

A 16-year-old student was charged with gun possession after being found with a handgun at a Brooklyn high school.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
1 day ago

NYC's homeless students continue to struggle at school. Advocates want more funding and coordination.

Many children in NYC's homeless shelters struggle to enroll in school, leading to chronic absenteeism and academic setbacks.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

'BPS transportation is failing us': School bus delays have Boston parents calling for change

Thousands of students face delays in school transportation despite claims of improved on-time performance by Boston Public Schools.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Including online games in social media bans is unworkable, unnecessary and would harm young people

Meta and YouTube were found liable for creating addictive products affecting young users, prompting calls for social media restrictions for under-16s.
#youth-violence
Upper West Side
fromHoodline
6 days ago

After-School Mayhem As Bronx Teens Turn West Farms McDonald's Corner Into Brawl Zone

Youth violence in the Bronx is escalating, highlighted by a recent brawl outside a McDonald's involving teenagers.
Upper West Side
fromHoodline
6 days ago

After-School Mayhem As Bronx Teens Turn West Farms McDonald's Corner Into Brawl Zone

Youth violence in the Bronx is escalating, highlighted by a recent brawl outside a McDonald's involving teenagers.
Education
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Broken Promises of Ed Tech

Dylan Kane removed technology from his classroom, realizing it hindered both his and his students' learning.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

How to Stop Taking Things Personally When You Have ADHD

ADHD can intensify the tendency to take things personally due to emotional processing and past experiences.
fromBoston.com
20 hours ago

Mass. House to vote on youth social media ban, strict school cellphone ban

"This ban would be among the most restrictive in the entire country, helping to protect young people from harmful content and addictive algorithms that have a proven negative impact on their mental health," House Speaker Ron Mariano and House Ways and Means Chair Aaron Michlewitz said in a joint statement.
NYC parents
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
23 hours ago

Maryland advances sweeping education bill to fill gap as Trump admin dismantles federal protections - LGBTQ Nation

Maryland lawmakers advanced a bill to protect marginalized students from discrimination in educational institutions.
#education
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
6 days ago

Brooklyn acting superintendent wins permanent job despite social media flap, letter-writing blitz

Erin Lynch-Reyes has been appointed as the permanent superintendent of District 21 despite controversy surrounding her husband's alleged defamation on social media.
Education
fromKqed
4 days ago

Beloved San Jose Charter School Faces Potential Closure | KQED

There is a national shortage of credentialed teachers affecting compliance in schools, including East Side Unified School District.
Education
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Secondary school principals pay private firm to tackle cyber bullying and other online threats to school communities

Teachers seek assistance from the Department of Education due to increasing complaints and harmful content on social media.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
6 days ago

Brooklyn acting superintendent wins permanent job despite social media flap, letter-writing blitz

Erin Lynch-Reyes has been appointed as the permanent superintendent of District 21 despite controversy surrounding her husband's alleged defamation on social media.
Education
fromKqed
4 days ago

Beloved San Jose Charter School Faces Potential Closure | KQED

There is a national shortage of credentialed teachers affecting compliance in schools, including East Side Unified School District.
Education
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Secondary school principals pay private firm to tackle cyber bullying and other online threats to school communities

Teachers seek assistance from the Department of Education due to increasing complaints and harmful content on social media.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Roving security team to tackle surge in antisocial behaviour in Dublin parks

A new Mobile Security Crew will patrol city parks to deter antisocial behavior during a six-month trial period.
Higher education
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

These blind students say their college blocked their education. A new rule could help

Blind students face significant challenges due to inaccessible learning materials in online education programs.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

She found out a boy was gay. So she tortured him with a knife. - LGBTQ Nation

Grether Leidy Guadarramas Pena was arrested for allegedly cutting a young male family member after discovering his homosexuality through online messages.
#bullying
NYC parents
fromCalifornia Post
4 days ago

Child arrested after horrific bullying attack left schoolgirl, 12, dead

A child was arrested for the murder of 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, who died after a bullying incident at school.
#teacher-misconduct
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Ex-student of NJ teacher accused of sex with child reveals unsettling red flags in her behavior at school: 'Very weird'

A New Jersey teacher is accused of inappropriate relationships with male students, exhibiting favoritism and wearing provocative clothing.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Ex-student of NJ teacher accused of sex with child reveals unsettling red flags in her behavior at school: 'Very weird'

A New Jersey teacher is accused of inappropriate relationships with male students, exhibiting favoritism and wearing provocative clothing.
Education
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Parents concerned as TDSB layoffs will force some schools to share vice-principals | CBC News

Parents are concerned about the impact of TDSB's layoffs of 40 vice-principal positions on their children's education.
#autism
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

6 Ways Schools Undermine Autistic Students' Self-Advocacy

Autistic students face systemic barriers in self-advocacy at school, requiring structural solutions beyond individual efforts.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

6 Ways Schools Undermine Autistic Students' Self-Advocacy

Autistic students face systemic barriers in self-advocacy at school, requiring structural solutions beyond individual efforts.
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

The Epstein Files and the Failure of Sex Education

Comprehensive approaches that include schools, community programs, and professionals reduce rates of sexual activity, sexual risk behavior, sexually transmitted infections, and adolescent pregnancy.
Education
NYC parents
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Humpday Headlines: Teen Fatally Stabbed In Fight Near Milpitas High

A 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed during a chaotic fight involving ten teens near Milpitas High School.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

L.A. County student homelessness has surged, study finds. Here's what the numbers show

Student homelessness in Los Angeles County increased by 28% from 2022-23 to 2023-24, driven by housing shortages and economic hardship.
Social justice
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

My High School Teacher Groomed Me. I Kept His Secret - Until Now.

A teacher groomed and sexually abused a student starting at age 14-15, exploiting her vulnerabilities and isolation through manipulation, special attention, and isolation tactics that continued into college.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Arrests over school violence social media posts

A teenager and man in his 20s were arrested for social media posts inciting violence between rival school groups, with police increasing security at schools across London.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

7 Words to Say When Your Child Shuts Down About School

Kids often shut down around schoolwork due to anxiety, and supportive communication can help them re-engage.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
3 weeks ago

Youth Suicide Rates Decline, Risks Remain

The number of suicides per 100,000 young people ages 10 to 24 declined by nearly 12 percent, from 11 to 9.7, between 2021 and 2024. The decrease was driven largely by reductions among young men, whose suicide levels fell by nearly 15 percent, while suicides among young women declined by about 2 percent.
Mental health
#school-violence
Parenting
Research indicates today's children are more empathetic and less narcissistic than previous generations, contradicting widespread public perception of declining youth mental health and resilience.
Miscellaneous
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Kids Today: Thoughts From Research, Practice, and the Classroom

Each generation faces unique challenges; today's youth deserve recognition for their perspectives rather than dismissal, as evidenced by clinical research, therapeutic practice, and educational settings.
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

When School Traditions Hurt

While events such as "Mother's Day Crafts," "Daddy and Daughter Dances," and "Grandparents' Breakfasts" are often planned with good intentions, they can unintentionally leave some children feeling invisible and serve as another painful reminder that their lives have changed forever.
Parenting
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

How to Talk to Kids About the Bad Stuff

Direct, honest communication with children about difficult events reduces fear and anxiety while building trust and understanding.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
1 month ago

'How Do You Teach a Child Who Has Been Pepper-Sprayed?'-The Impact of ICE on Educators | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

The exact number of immigration enforcement officers carrying out President Trump's "Operation Metro Surge" in Minneapolis, MN, has not been publicly announced. Estimates stretch well into the thousands. Though Trump's newly designated "border czar" Tom Homan declared on February 12 that the operation would end, no details have been released, and people in Minneapolis continue to report ICE activities. Regardless, the damage lingers.
US politics
Higher education
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Teachers Are the Architects of Human Potential

Schools in 50 years will likely shift from knowledge transmission to developing human potential, with teachers as facilitators fostering creativity, resilience, and adaptive thinking rather than standardized achievement.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Smiling students proudly spell out "hateful" slur during school assembly - LGBTQ Nation

Ten Redwood High seniors spelled a homophobic slur on t-shirts during a school assembly, prompting viral backlash and disciplinary action by the district.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Education Leadership in Action

School leaders face unprecedented challenges including staffing shortages, declining morale, and decision fatigue while expected to drive innovation and improvement.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Supporting Youth at Risk With Empathic Intervision

Empathic intervision in youth support groups cultivates integrative empathy, building resilience, belonging, and agency through structured dialogue, deep listening, and practical empathic skills.
Mental health
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: Shifting from Punitive Discipline to Preventative Care in NYC Public Schools

Underinvestment in youth mental and behavioral healthcare drives school behavioral incidents leading to NYPD involvement, punitive measures, and racial disparities for New York City students.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Connection Matters in Coping With Campus Violence

Recovery from crisis is non-linear; simple, genuine connection and tailored coping strategies support resilience and growth amid overwhelming emotions.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Powerful Impact of Peer Victimization on Teen Depression

Being a target of negative experiences by one's peers has consistently been related to decreased self-worth, poor engagement in school, and worse grades among children and adolescents. One of the most consistent of these consequences is depressive symptoms. Put simply, kids' mental health is strongly impacted by being picked on by their classmates at school. Our recently published study examined data from over 100,000 Brazilian adolescents to disentangle how pernicious the effect of being victimized was on reports of symptoms of depression.
Mental health
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