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Bullying program helps thousands of students avoid harassment
The Olweus Bullying Prevention Program is showing positive results in numerous U.S. schools, saving thousands of students from bullying over two years, a new study shows.

Summer camps force students to put down devices and embrace nature
Summer camps are finding creative ways to address “nature deficit disorder” among youth through a greater range of activities and specialty camps designed to help them unplug from technology and immerse themselves nature.

Runner disqualifies himself to carry friend at state championship
Riverton High School senior Sean Rausch spent years preparing for the Utah state cross country championship, but when the big day came he realized there’s something far more important.

A Conviction of Truth
Ryan S. Olson, director of the Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture, describes the book and the ideas that influenced his career, including his journey to spearhead the development of CultureFeed.

Approximately 31 million students worldwide buying completed assignments
Experts suggest “contract cheating” is on the rise.

Library reaches out with gratitude tree
The Healdsburg Regional Library is offering students a unique way to show their gratitude, and it couldn’t come at a more opportune time.

Salt Lake City police connect with elementary students through iCHAMPS program
Students who took part in the Salt Lake City School District’s new iCHAMPS program were sent to the office less and behaved better than students who did not participate.

Virginia cuts history tests, potentially leading to disastrous results
The Washington Post’s education columnist, Jay Mathews, is calling out Virginia education officials for doing away with standardized tests on U.S. history, a subject many believe is critical to instilling a sense of citizenship among students.

Educators, business professionals point to need for strong character in future jobs
Educators, business professionals and others are offering their take on the skills students will need for jobs in the future, and the responses mirror feedback from students and parents: strong character and a sense of purpose.

The Changing Face of Literacy
What does it mean to be a literate 21st century learner? Dr. Laura Drake, Wyoming State Teacher of the Year 2013, challenges us to think about multiple forms of literacy.

Creating a Foundation for Success in Urban Schools
Cultivating a positive culture of learning

Montessori schools promote intrinsic reward of learning to develop creative, self-directed learners
Murray-LaSaine Elementary School Principal Meredith Wallace has no use for sticker charts or special recognition for perfect attendance. She’s also not a big fan of letter grades at her South Carolina school.