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Jan 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

LA Wildfires: Burning Schools and Outdoor Classrooms

As wildfires rage around Los Angeles, families and educators are mourning the loss of beloved outdoor learning spaces and the impact on students. Irina Contreras, a program manager, saw her daughter's outdoor education sanctuary go up in flames. The fires have hit various educational settings hard,

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Educated Leaders, Healthier Kids: A Study in India

Did you know that a leader's education can make a big difference in children's health? Research in India found that when local leaders have a college degree, there are fewer infant and child deaths in their areas. This isn't magic; it's because these leaders understand the importance of early health

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Jan 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

L. A. Wildfires: Learning in the Wild, Lost and Found

Imagine a place where kids could learn and play outdoors during a pandemic. For many families in Los Angeles, that place was Eaton Canyon Nature Center. But wildfires have changed everything. Schools are closed, and the beloved nature center is gone. Parents like Irina Contreras are heartbroken. Her

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Jan 12 2025EDUCATION

A Young Graduate's Surprising Path to Teaching

Meet Aron, a 22-year-old with big dreams of an MBA and a career in business. But for now, he's found himself in a classroom, teaching special education at an elementary charter school in Columbus, Ohio. How did he end up here? It's all thanks to Teach for America (TFA), a nonprofit that recruits rec

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Jan 12 2025BUSINESS

Community Boost for Chippewa County's Young Farmers

Imagine turning your love for agriculture into a prosperous career. That's exactly what Chippewa County is setting up for its young ones. Thanks to Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, the county has just bagged a whopping $145, 247! This cash isn't just for show; it's earmarked for youth education and a

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Jan 12 2025EDUCATION

Technology in Schools: A Strain on Teachers?

When we wanted to see how schools changed during the pandemic, we thought technology would help teachers. But, surprise! Our study found that using learning management systems made teachers feel more burnt out. We surveyed 779 U. S. teachers in May 2022 and did follow-up focus groups in the fall. D

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Menstrual Health: City vs. Countryside in Zambia

In Zambia, many female students face a serious issue: menstrual poverty. This means they struggle to afford menstrual products, often resorting to unsafe alternatives that can cause health problems like infections. To understand this better, researchers looked at how urban and rural students in Zamb

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Jan 12 2025EDUCATION

Vermont's New School Meal Revolution: A Change Beyond Neoliberal Norms

In several states across the U. S. , including Vermont, a significant shift is happening in public schools: the introduction of Universal School Meals (USM) programs. These programs challenge the increasing grip of neoliberal ideas on education. What makes USM programs so interesting is their potent

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Jan 11 2025EDUCATION

Young People Off Track: How Location Impacts Their Futures

Imagine a group of young people, aged 15 to 29, who aren't in school, at work, or in training programs. We call them NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training). They are a big concern for the European Union (EU). Experts have taken a closer look at where these young people live and how their l

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Jan 11 2025POLITICS

Why Did a Union Leader Compare a School Boss to a Student?

The head of Chicago's teachers union, Stacy Davis Gates, got some heat for her remarks at a recent meeting. She compared Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez to a student with special needs. Her exact words were something like, "Pedro can't be suspended because he should get extra help like kid

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