Health Education - Page 54

August 24, 2023

'WITNESSING A MIRACLE': Here’s what happened after this woman abandoned the traditional school system

An elementary school principal who quit her job to home-school her three kids last year praised the benefits of home education and child-led learning.

August 24, 2023

Another Southern California school district implements parental notification policy

Following an intense seven-hour meeting Tuesday night, another Southern California school district has adopted a parental notification policy.

August 24, 2023

ADHD drug shortage could make back-to-school season challenging, expert says: ‘Widespread impact'

The shortage of ADHD medications has sparked concern among some parents and teachers. Experts offer predictions and tips on how to manage the disorder without drugs.

August 24, 2023

Oklahoma's top education official investigates Tulsa district due to poor test scores, embezzlement scandal

Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters is singling out the Tulsa school district for a separate review. He claims he is investigating due to poor test scores and a recent embezzlement scandal.

August 23, 2023

Yale police union hands arriving students Grim Reaper flyers about crime near campus: 'Good luck'

The Yale police union passed out controversial flyers depicting an image of the Grim Reaper to new students on campus this week warning of an increase in crime near campus.

August 23, 2023

Texas elementary school student fires gun while on crowded school bus, no injuries reported

An elementary school student from Texas fired a gun while riding on a crowded school bus on Aug. 22, 2023. Nobody was injured in the shooting.

August 23, 2023

Parents group asks Supreme Court to look at prestigious high school's alleged racial admissions policy

A lawsuit alleging racial discrimination at America's highest-ranked high school, Thomas Jefferson High School, could soon make its way to the Supreme Court.

August 23, 2023

Taliban prevents group of female students from studying abroad in UAE

A group of female students who were given scholarships to study abroad in the United Arab Emirates were prevented from doing so by the Taliban.

August 23, 2023

Parental rights protesters battle backers of Calif school policy to hide gender identity from parents

More than 200 protesters marched in downtown Los Angeles to advocate for parental notification policies in schools.

August 23, 2023

Babies, young child exposed to more screen time linked with developmental delays: Study

A new study shows babies exposed to more screen time at age 1 are likely to show developmental delays in communication, problem-solving skills at ages 2 and 4.