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Do mobile phones belong in the classroom?
Large school districts are removing bans on student phones despite strong evidence the devices impede student learning, according to a recent Bloomberg editorial advising against the trend.
A Bullying Lesson from an Inspiring Teacher: Character Is Destiny
Character can be defined as “values made manifest” through human behavior. We hold in our hearts certain aspirations like kindness and reverence. But how do we bring these qualities to life through our actions?
Student wins scholarship for strength of character
A Canadian girl who has won an award for overcoming adversity plans to use her scholarship to prepare for a career that combines her love of sports with her desire to help others.
Student filmmakers educate classmates about substance abuse
A group of students at Scotland’s Harlow Academy recently partnered with local police and community organizations to send a powerful message about drugs, and they debuted their work in July at the Belmont Filmhouse in Aberdeen.
Future Farmers of America chapter creates leaders
Despite burgeoning urban populations, Future Farmers of America (FFA) demonstrated record involvement this year with about 680,000 members. In Tenino, Washington, the student-led FFA chapter is building community leaders.
Maryland schools combat fights with conversations
Six student fights this school year, and three in the last week, prompted Wilde Lake High School Principal Rick Wilson to start a conversation with parents.
OECD’s Schleicher: Ethics for an Age of Acceleration
In an age of acceleration, in which the human experience is faster and more disrupted than ever, ethics becomes even more important than it was in quieter times.
Iowa college students help middle schoolers create videos to highlight their heroes
What began as a conversation between Bettendorf Middle School teachers over lunch has evolved over the last three years into a program that allows students to highlight their heroes, under the mentorship of college students they look up to.
Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles talks character
Nick Foles led the Philadelphia Eagles to their first Super Bowl victory this month after spending years as a backup quarterback, becoming one of the most unlikely Super Bowl MVPs in National Football League history.
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.
Principals fight ‘losing battle’ against negative influences of social media in schools
A new Education Week survey of principals across the United States shows many are struggling to control the negative impact of student social media use on the learning environment.
How to teach gratitude through journaling
A Syracuse, NY, middle school is helping to focus students on the things that truly matter. “Having a bed to sleep in,” wrote Lincoln Middle School 7th-grader Jesse Swank in his school-provided gratitude journal.
