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The return of schedules: How parents can make the most of back-to-school energy

The return of schedules: How parents can make the most of back-to-school energy

Olivia Dreizen Howell has spent the summer running her online business, Fresh Starts Registry, from her home while caring...

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18 Aug 2023 | 12:24
How local districts combat bullying

How local districts combat bullying

In response to a reader survey of 127 parents, 85% said they believe their child has been bullied in school. 69% of those...

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16 Aug 2023 | 03:01
To understand why women have been under-represented in science and engineering, experts looked to math proficiency among female students. Thirty years ago, there were 13 boys for every girl who scored above 700 on the SAT math exam at age 13. As of 2010, that ratio had shrunk to about 3 to 1. The increase in the number of girls identified as “mathematically gifted” stemmed largely from educators making a point of bringing the mathematics conversation to girls. Photo by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay.
To understand why women have been under-represented in science and engineering, experts looked to math proficiency among female students. Thirty years ago, there were 13 boys for every girl who scored above 700 on the SAT math exam at age 13. As of 2010, that ratio had shrunk to about 3 to 1. The increase in the number of girls identified as “mathematically gifted” stemmed largely from educators making a point of bringing the mathematics conversation to girls. Photo by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay.

Girls and science: A rising tide

In the ever-changing world of education, school districts are increasing science education in the early grades to create...

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12 Aug 2023 | 07:34
R-R-R-Read: Local educators sound out the balance that gets kids into books

R-R-R-Read: Local educators sound out the balance that gets kids into books

Maybe you’ve been confused by the debate over reading scores raging since the pandemic. One side says teaching the sounds...

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25 Aug 2023 | 10:12
Participants in the Jewish Foundation for the Righteous’s 2023 European Study Program pose with Daniel Lawton, center, deputy chief of mission at the U.S. Embassy in Poland. (Photo provided)
Participants in the Jewish Foundation for the Righteous’s 2023 European Study Program pose with Daniel Lawton, center, deputy chief of mission at the U.S. Embassy in Poland. (Photo provided)

Teachers learn more about the Holocaust

Two Sussex County residents who teach about the Holocaust spent part of their summers learning more about their subject....

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10 Aug 2023 | 05:16
Dress code differences by school

Dress code differences by school

Public high schools have the power to decide what kind of clothing students are allowed to wear in class. Across Orange County,...

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23 Aug 2023 | 01:42
Make Mealtime a Cinch with a Simple, Tasty Salad

Make Mealtime a Cinch with a Simple, Tasty Salad

Weeknights filled with after-school activities, social events, family commitments and more can make eating nutritious meals...

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08 Aug 2023 | 03:04
Supporting Teachers: four ways to help lighten the burden for educators

Supporting Teachers: four ways to help lighten the burden for educators

Teachers are more than leaders in their classrooms, they are leaders in the communities they serve, committed to educating...

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09 Aug 2023 | 01:10
Preparing Your Children for Kindergarten

Preparing Your Children for Kindergarten

Being ready for kindergarten is about far more than writing names and reciting the ABCs. It is also about building a foundation...

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08 Aug 2023 | 03:00
Meal-Prep Tips for a Manageable Back-to-School Menu

Meal-Prep Tips for a Manageable Back-to-School Menu

The hustle and bustle of back-to-school season can cause chaos in households. Class time, field trips and homework typically...

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08 Aug 2023 | 02:56
Fuel for Full Days of Learning

Fuel for Full Days of Learning

Between morning routines, days spent in the classroom, extracurriculars and homework, it may seem like there’s never enough...

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08 Aug 2023 | 02:52
Simplify School Nights with Easy, Cheesy Meals

Simplify School Nights with Easy, Cheesy Meals

Putting a delicious, kid-friendly meal on the table in an hour or less is goal No. 1 for many families. When the hectic schedules...

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08 Aug 2023 | 02:48
5 Tips to Set Your Kids Up for Back-to-School Success

5 Tips to Set Your Kids Up for Back-to-School Success

Whether you’re dreading hectic school-day schedules or excited for kids to be back in the classroom, most parents agree the...

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08 Aug 2023 | 02:35
Lack of sleep hurts students

Lack of sleep hurts students

As the beginning of the school year approaches, students will return to their school year sleep schedules.

The number of...

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23 Aug 2023 | 01:28
Teach kids kindness and gratitude with thank you notes

Teach kids kindness and gratitude with thank you notes

Nearly 60% of Americans say they send thank you notes at least occasionally to show their appreciation for a gift or favor,...

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03 Aug 2023 | 11:08
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