Youth Today
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4.2KOpinionStudents could get more sleep and learn better if school started a little later
Research shows sleep deprivation worsens memory, learning ability, attention span, creativity, and school attendance.
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2.9KNewsCalifornia banned sales of flavored e-cigarettes in 2022: Study finds online stores are still selling them, even to kids
Nicotine in e-cigarettes can impair an adolescent’s brain development and can contain cancer-causing chemicals.
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675GrantsNative American community opioid crisis support grants
GRANT FOCUS: Native/Tribal Youth, Opioid Crisis, Substance/Drug Abuse, Native Communities | Amount: $350,000 - $500,000 | Deadline: Feb. 7, 2024
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3.6KOpinion7 AI trends that could reshape education in 2024
AI will transform learning to be relevant and engaging while preparing students to succeed.
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564GrantsKansas City area child abuse/neglect prevention, treatment and services grants
GRANT FOCUS: Child Abuse/Neglect, Child Welfare/Well-being, Child Safety, Kansas City | Amount: Unspecified | Deadline: Feb. 5, 2024 (statements of interest)
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1.3KGrantsGreat Lakes region K-12 environmental education grants
GRANT FOCUS: Environmental Education, K-12 Education, Environment, STEM, Civic Engagement | Amount: $30,000 - $150,000 | Deadline: Feb. 29, 2024
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2.4KOpinionTeaching positive psychology skills at school may be one way to help student mental health and happiness
American young people are reporting historically high levels of hopelessness, sadness and loneliness.
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685GrantsYoung farmer and rancher business support grants
GRANT FOCUS: Young Farmers/Ranchers, Youth in Agriculture, Youth Entrepreneurship, Business Support | Amount: $5,000 | Deadline: Jan. 15, 2024
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1.0KNewsHundreds of seclusions were “Voluntary.” Some kids don’t see it that way.
Inspections by DCS and reports from detained youth suggest the seclusions are not voluntary.
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2.9KOpinionSandra Day O’Connor saw civics education as key to the future of democracy
“The practice of democracy is not passed down through the gene pool,” O’Connor stated.
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2.1KGrantsNew England K-12 environmental education program grants
GRANT FOCUS: Environmental Education, Education, K-12, Youth Development | Amount: $25,000 - $150,000 | Deadline: Feb. 20, 2024
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3.5KNewsWhen grandparents raise grandkids
As “kinship caregivers,” grandparents or other relatives are raising a reported 2.4 million children.
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2.0KGrantsSan Diego region summer learning program grants
GRANT FOCUS: Education, Summer Learning, OST, Disadvantaged Students, San Diego | Amount: $30,000 - $500,000 | Deadline: Jan. 9, 2024
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2.3K► ReportsThe mental health and well-being of indigenous LGBTQ young people
A new report discusses the mental health challenges that indigenous LGBTQ youth face.
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9.0KNews95% of public schools conduct active shooter drills. Are students safer?
188 school shootings occurred during the 2021-22 academic year according to recent federal data.
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2.1KGrantsGulf coast K-12 environmental education program grants
GRANT FOCUS: Environmental Education, Youth Development, Climate Change, Civic Engagement | Amount: $25,000 - $100,000 | Deadline: Feb. 5, 2024
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2.4KNewsParental concern over social media use unites unlikely allies in Congress
Pending child online safety legislation includes the Kids Online Safety Act.
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3.0KOpinionShifting from systems to ecosystems thinking: Why does it matter?
Looking at the full OST learning ecosystem could reveal less costly, more sustainable options.
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2.4KNewsBe Loud Studios turns kids into DJs, amplifying their voices across New Orleans
Kids learn how to ask questions, take risks, be brave, and accept feedback.
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1.3KGrantsYouth leader development and career support grants
GRANT FOCUS: Youth Leaders/Leadership, Youth Development, Civic Engagement, Career Training, Mentorship | Amount: Unspecified | Deadline: Jan. 17, 2024
