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fromThe Mercury News
17 hours ago

UC and CSU researchers caution against blanket cellphone bans in schools

Completely banning student cellphones on school grounds can cause harm and deepen existing inequities without clear enforcement guidance and equitable access to technology.
Education
fromwww.mercurynews.com
17 hours ago

UC and CSU researchers caution against blanket cellphone bans in schools

Complete bans on student cellphones can cause harm and deepen existing inequities unless paired with enforcement guidance and consideration of technology's educational benefits.
fromChalkbeat
3 weeks ago

NYC schools get new dashboard to increase transparency and track progress

In her first "State of Our Schools" address Monday, Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos gave an overview of how the Education Department is meeting families' needs and announced a new accountability tool that breaks down a variety of education initiatives, from the expansion of the NYC Reads curriculum mandate to chronic absenteeism rates per district. The tool is divided into family engagement, teacher support, and student well-being, tracking 37 topics ranging from staff hiring updates and expanding autism programs to increasing voter turnout for the local Community Education Council elections.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Three Essential Skills to Instill in Your Kids to Excel

It is vital to remember that feeling well is related to doing well. In fact, research supports students' well-being is tied to their academic performance. In one study of 3,400 high school students, those with greater well-being were more likely to have higher academic scores 7-8 months later. Further, teaching well-being at schools has been shown to have a profound increase on academic performance.
Mental health
Mental health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Adding more green spaces to a college campus boosts students' mental health

Increasing green space on college campuses reduces student stress and strengthens belonging, helping improve mental health and potentially lowering counseling demand.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

College Transition: Emptying the Nest to Flocking Together

Students transitioning to college may feel a sense of loss when leaving friends or romantic partners and may question who they are away from their families.
Parenting
#mental-health
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Therapy dog gets farewell sendoff on last day at work

Skye, a therapy dog, has helped hundreds of students find their calm and support during reading lessons and counseling for nearly a decade.
Education
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Smartphone bans in Dutch schools have improved learning, study finds

Bans on smartphones in Dutch schools enhanced the learning environment, improving concentration, social safety, and overall satisfaction among students and educators.
Fundraising
fromIndependent
3 months ago

DCU centre that found smartphone bans ineffective previously received 2.4m from social media and tech firms

The DCU Anti-Bullying Centre received €2.3 million in donations from Meta and Vodafone, emphasizing its global focus on online safety.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Where Neurodiverse College Students Can Be Themselves

College should not be a place where neurodiverse students are expected to mask their true selves, as such expectations can lead to burnout and additional stress.
Higher education
#education
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago
NYC parents

'We'll put an end to students doomscrolling on smartphones' - Tanaiste vows to get young people 'talking and laughing' again

fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
Higher education

New Leaving Cert senior cycle to start this September

The introduction of the senior cycle redevelopment programme aims to reduce student pressure and enhance necessary skills for future success.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago
Higher education

Pupils thrive and feel proud to attend' outstanding Bexleyheath grammar school

Townley Grammar School is rated Outstanding across all areas, confirming high standards and a supportive environment for students.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago
NYC parents

'We'll put an end to students doomscrolling on smartphones' - Tanaiste vows to get young people 'talking and laughing' again

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