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VA’s Short Pump Middle School struggles with racism and bullying
Hundreds of parents and concerned citizens poured into a meeting last week at Short Pump Middle School to discuss a video of students on the school’s football team sexually bullying black teammates.
Google studies find STEM less important than soft skills
Two recent research projects into Google’s hiring practices point to the importance of “soft skills”
A Life-Changing Conversation
Emboldening teacher preparation culture
North Dakota students in need of hope
Survey says: North Dakota students feel hopeless.
Research shows students’ sense of belonging in schools is critical
A recent report by the Australian Council for Educational Research highlights what many educators have observed themselves: certain students lack a sense of belonging, and it impact their success in school.
School outreach to students, parents paying off
Administrators at Wyoming’s Albany County School District #1 are building trust with students and parents by engaging them in important decisions about curriculum development and graduation requirements, among other issues.
In Phoenix Catholic schools, service is a given
In the Diocese of Phoenix, Catholic school students learn service by sustained practice. At St. Mary’s High School volunteer service is not a requirement—because service is already a natural part of their lives.
Officials at suburban Pittsburgh’s Thomas Jefferson High School want students to know what to expect when they violate the rules
Michael Ghilani, West Jefferson Hills superintendent, told the Tribune-Review that in years past there’s been a “perception in the district” that “students are treated differently, depending on who they are,” so administrators created a discipline matrix to clarify expected behavior and consequences for violations.
Research: Children grow up “happier” if they are grateful
A growing body of research shows that teaching children true gratitude can have beneficial health effects, while also leading to stronger relationships with others.
St. Louis program focuses on ‘character instead of curriculum’
AESM Middle School in downtown St. Louis is implementing a new character education program in hopes it will make a positive impact on students’ lives well into the future.
Prisoners model generosity with bicycles
In Bermuda, five prisoners defied expectations by repairing and restoring bicycles as gifts for children.
‘Culture coordinator’ connects students, family, school and community to build ‘positive environment’
Esek Hopkins Middle School “culture coordinator” Carina Monge is working to connect with students, parents, and local officials to bring her Rhode Island school community closer together.
