EDUCATIONAL CHALLENGES

Nov 19 2025EDUCATION

Latine Youth: The Unseen Struggles of Language and Trauma

Latine youth in America face a tough balancing act. They juggle language, culture, and trauma. This mix often affects their school performance. Recent studies show that those who speak more Spanish and have faced violence tend to have lower grades. But it's not just about language. Students who speak less Spanish but have high levels of post-traumatic stress disorder...

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Mar 05 2025HEALTH

Growing Up Shortchanged

In many places around the world, children are living longer lives. However, this is not always a happy story. Many kids in low- and middle-income countries aren't growing or learning as they should. Two major issues are stunting and delayed early child development. Stunting is when kids don't reach the expected height for their age. Delayed early child development is...

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Oct 17 2024EDUCATION

Schools in Asheville Plan to Reopen, Addressing Challenges After Hurricane Helene

In Asheville, North Carolina, schools are set to reopen on October 28, a month after Hurricane Helene hit the region. The plan isn't just about getting back to lesson plans. Teachers will also support students in talking about the storm's impact. While everyone is safe, the community is grieving and dealing with damaged homes and no electricity or water for weeks. “...

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