Tag: Health

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Incorporating Social Emotional Learning (SEL) into Strategies to Address Chronic Absenteeism

Chronic absenteeism continues to be a significant issue in schools across the country, with one in four classroom seats currently empty. This trend has only worsened since the pandemic, with potentially long-term consequences for...
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Support Staff Facing Behavior Crisis in Schools: Union Report

Teaching assistants, librarians, and catering workers in England's schools are facing a crisis when it comes to behavior from students, parents, and carers. According to a recent survey by Unison, a union representing school...
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Understanding the Concept of ‘Holding Space’ in the Context of Wicked

Tracy E Gilchrist, a journalist, had a brief four-minute interview with Wicked actors Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. During the interview, Gilchrist brought up the phrase "holding space" in relation to the impact of...
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Revolutionary Breakthrough in Asthma and COPD Treatment: Doctors Celebrate 50-Year Milestone

Doctors are excited about a new breakthrough in treating serious asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) attacks, marking the first significant advancement in 50 years. This new treatment method could be a gamechanger...
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Investigation Finds Inappropriate Restraint of Autistic Children at London School

An investigation into the treatment of autistic children at a school in London has revealed shocking footage of children being restrained and confined in distressing conditions. The leaked CCTV footage showed staff at Whitefield...
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Failure of Special Educational Needs System Hinders Children’s Development for Years

England's special education system is under fire for failing to meet the needs of thousands of children, hindering their development for months or even years, as reported by the local government ombudsman. According to...
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Early Diagnosis and Intervention for Dyslexia: Why It Matters

November is National Family Literacy Month, a time to reflect on the importance of literacy in our lives. Reading is a fundamental skill that opens doors to knowledge, imagination, and success. Unfortunately, not all...
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Improving School Security, Reducing Teacher Turnover, and Enhancing Dyslexia Support: Key Focus Areas

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (LCISD) has taken a proactive step towards enhancing school security by implementing new hi-tech Weapons Detection Systems from Athena Security. The district's Chief of Police, Henry Garcia, made the...
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Ban on Cakes and Biscuits in School Lunches: The Debate in England

Schools in England are facing a debate over whether to ban cakes and biscuits from being served as part of school lunches due to their high sugar content. Food campaigners, including Action on Sugar,...
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Decoding Threshold: A Key Barrier to Reading Proficiency in Older K-12 Students

Despite the expectation that students should have mastered basic reading skills by third grade, many continue to struggle with reading well into upper elementary school and beyond. According to a new study commissioned by...
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Boost Student Engagement: 5 Classroom Environment Tips

Teachers have the challenging task of creating an engaging and welcoming classroom environment for their students. Classroom decor plays a significant role in achieving this goal, but it can be a daunting and costly...
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End Exam Tunnel Vision: Phillipson Urges Schools to Prioritize Student Wellbeing

Bridget Phillipson, the education secretary, emphasized the importance of prioritizing student well-being over academic success during a speech in Birmingham. She highlighted that while exam results are crucial for opening doors of opportunity, they...
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Treating Obesity-Related Illness in Young Children in England

Thousands of young children in England are being treated for health issues related to severe obesity, leading experts to warn of a growing public health crisis. Data from the NHS shows that 9.6% of...