STUDENT RESILIENCE

May and June in school often feel like a slow climb uphill. The year is nearly over, but tests and assignments still loom. Instead of dreading the final stretch, some schools flip the script and treat these weeks as a chance to learn differently. At St. Benedict’s in Newark, New Jersey, the last pus

Mindfulness is a hot topic in education these days. It is a practice that helps people stay calm and focused. It is often used to help students handle stress and build resilience. A recent study looked at how easy it is to add mindfulness to regular classes at a small university. The study also aske