How demographics are changing the student body: What it means for public schools
In this podcast we're discussing changes in student demographics and what that means for schools.
Intertwining equity with thriving to improve student lives
In this podcast we're discussing improving students' lives by intertwining equity with thriving.
Leading Education Groups Celebrate Public Schools Week, Feb. 26-Mar. 1, 2024
Public Schools Week is an annual, week-long celebration to honor the invaluable contributions and achievements of educators, administrators, board members, and support professionals in our public schools and the communities they serve. #PSW24 is led by the Learning First Alliance (LFA) a coalition of 13 national education groups with a collective membership exceeding 10 million.
5 Ways Families Can Support Student Mental Health
Families play an important role in helping kids identify their feelings, cope with their emotions in a healthy way, prepare for life's challenges and build resiliency.
Holiday Blues and Beyond: Cultivating Understanding and Support in School Communities
The holiday season brings unique challenges for many in our communities, and schools can offer support. While educators and school professionals aren’t responsible for finding all the solutions, simple gestures like being aware, respectful, and attentive can go a long way.
Lifelong Learning: A Pathway to Healthy and Smart Living
Lifelong learning, an important aspect of smart and healthy living, goes beyond what can be taught in the classroom and can be continually tailored to support your ongoing growth, health, and well-being.
Teach Your Kids That Their Health Matters!
Teach your child how to support their own health and safety by showing them how. Arrange an annual wellness checkup with your local healthcare provider. Teach your kids the lifelong lesson that their health matters!
Supporting Students Through Uncertainty: Bridging the Gap Between Touch Points and Relationships
Helping students to grow in a time of uncertainty is a challenging but crucial undertaking; especially in light of the American Psychiatric Association Foundation finding that in 2023 41% of Americans are suffering from an untreated mental health issue.
Exploring the Link Between Education and Mental Health: A Conversation with Jill Bohenkamp
In today’s ever-evolving landscape of education, the spotlight is increasingly shining on the critical role of mental health and well-being in the lives of students. We recently had the privilege of sitting down with Jill Bohenkamp, Associate Professor of Psychiatry within the National Center for School Mental Health.
U.S. Health & Population Dashboard
The data dashboard presents a collection of nationwide child and adult statistics as a means to examine trends in both recent and historical national statistics. The data compilation focuses primarily on child health, nutrition and demographics.