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fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago

Colleges Teach Students Healthy Eating, Cooking Habits

Several studies found that students who had cooking experience were less likely to face food insecurity, implying that those without cooking or food-preparation skills may be at higher risk for food insecurity, according to the report. The report suggests colleges can provide cooking and meal-preparation demonstrations to help students gain skills, as well as learn how to prepare low-budget, nutritious meals.
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California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California moves to close overdose protection loophole that deters students from seeking emergency help

A California bill would bar public colleges from disciplining students who call 911 for overdoses and require rehabilitation options instead of punishment.
Public health
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Teachers at Oakland middle school raise money for water bottles to help kids safely drink water

Unsafe drinking water persists in several Oakland Unified schools, prompting staff-funded reusable bottles and reliance on district FloWater stations.
Education
fromWashington Post
3 years ago

Georgetown Prep, elite private school, returns entirely to virtual teaching amid coronavirus outbreak

Thirty students at Georgetown Prep tested positive for COVID-19, leading to a transition to online classes.
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