Tag: Health
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...
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...
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...
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...