Youth Today
All posts tagged "Feature Story"
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1.9KNewsMAHA report on children’s health highlights harms of ultraprocessed foods – a food scientist explains the research
A growing body of research links ultraprocessed foods with many negative health outcomes.
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1.9KNews‘She’ll fall through the cracks’: Parents of kids with disabilities brace for new reality
The potential Medicaid cuts could both unravel a child’s well-being and their family’s finances.
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1.3KFrom the FieldImmigration crackdowns mean an expanded role for schools and for educators like me
Educators have long been asked to perform miracles. So what’s new?
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1.3KOpinionShifting mindsets: Acting differently requires us to think, talk and see differently first
What's the simplest, most consistent way to spark voluntary action to try something different?
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1.6KNewsSome NY schools turn to virtual learning as Trump deportation fears keep immigrant students home
NYC schools already have virtual classes available. Will this option help fearful immigrant students?
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2.3KOpinionConnection and co-regulation precede self-management: A common sense approach to learning, development and discipline
Self-control is not built through discipline/punishment; but cultivated through relationships, trust, and co-regulation.
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1.3KFrom the FieldMy ACE score reflects my history of trauma. It also connects me to my students.
Higher ACE scores often lead to more negative impacts on a child's adult life.
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3.9KNewsHead Start gets a reprieve from Trump budget cuts, but the fight isn’t over
Head Start staff and advocates launched a nationwide campaign to save the program.
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1.8KOpinionIn learning ECOsystems OST must be a champion of positive youth development
OST and youth development are not interchangeable. One is about place, one about approach.
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2.2KNewsAfter immigration crackdown, international students in Texas self-censor to protect their education
The legal status and visas of more than 250 international students were abruptly revoked.
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2.1KNewsAn agency tasked with protecting immigrant children is becoming an enforcement arm, current and former staffers say
ORR's mission to focus on the welfare of immigrant children appears to be changing.
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1.2K► ReportsA guide to improving participation in your state’s child care subsidy system
A guide discusses how to sustainably increase participation in state child care subsidy systems.
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2.6KNewsThe gender gap in math is back. The pandemic isn’t the only reason.
A math gender gap favoring boys has reappeared following the return to in-person school.
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2.3KFrom the FieldQ&A: Equipping kinship caregivers for success
What strategies, support and trainings can help kinship caregivers become more effective?
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1.5KNewsIn some states, colleges face a double dose of DOGE
Colleges are cutting costs and programs to stay ahead of DOGE and state requirements.
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2.1KNewsDespite Supreme Court setback, children’s lawsuits against climate change continue
An ancient legal principle is key in lawsuits seeking to reduce climate change effects.
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2.9K► ReportsThe future of youth development: Building systems and strengthening programs
A report examines the effectiveness of OST programs, identifies improvements, and outlines future research.
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3.2KOpinionTrust, time and training: Unlocking the potential of learning ECOsystems
A new tool seeks to improve learning ecosystems by connecting educators to community partners.
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1.6KNewsWhy national charter leaders are very worried about Oklahoma’s religious charter school
Should public funds support religious schools? The question is: Are charter schools public schools?
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2.6KNewsNew effort fights distracted driving from the passenger seat
Safety advocates are working to broaden awareness of passenger empowerment, particularly among teenagers.
