Why do we have state testing? State testing is important because it helps schools and teachers see how well their students learn. These tests show what the students know in subjects like math and reading,...
For many 15-year-olds, the sweet taste of freedom comes with a plastic card and a whole lot of responsibility. Kentucky created an opportunity for 15-year-olds to be able to get their licensing permit....
Have kids ever shown up to your class with unfinished work? You might ask them as to why they didn’t do it, but answers may vary. They could’ve had sports to do, chores, a road trip, etc. Since they...
Have your students come in and not have their homework done that you assigned before the weekend finished? Do you ever ask them why they didn't finish over the weekend, and they reply with “I had sports”?...
You wake up and check your phone, and it's your friends texting the group chat; they want to go out with the friend group. You go ask your parents, and they say yes, and then you remember that you have...
A significant portion of mental health problems emerge during adolescence, with 50% of lifetime mental illnesses beginning by age 14 and 75% by age 24.
Students should be given mental health days from...
Have you ever wondered why kids are so tired after school? Normally, it's because they have sports, but also because so many kids don't get enough sleep, which is one of my reasons why schools need to...
It is 1 AM, and everything is quiet. Homework is scattered on your desk, and you are finally able to lie down and go to sleep, but right when you fall asleep, it feels like...
It’s 5:45 a.m., and the lights have just been turned on. My mom yells, “Get up, you have school, hun!” I get up, half asleep. I brush my teeth with cold water and head back to my room to change....
It's Sunday night, and you can't believe you're still tired. You slept all weekend but are still exhausted. You still have schoolwork to do, but you're still exhausted. Suddenly, it's 6:00 am, and your...
Video games have raised concerns about their potential to increase violent behavior in children. As they engage with graphic content, it's vital to consider how this might affect their empathy and understanding...
Imagine a world where students wake up energized instead of tired. Schools should start later in the day. As research shows, kids need more sleep to succeed. By allowing for later start times, we can improve...
