Student Well-Being
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Student Well-Being How Many Teens Use Social Media Every Day? New Federal Data Gives an AnswerSocial media is often called out as one of the driving factors of the youth mental health crisis.
Student Well-Being Online Sexual Exploitation Is a Growing Threat to Kids. What Schools Can DoU.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas talks about new resources to help schools tackle the problem.
Student Well-Being 6 Ways for Schools to Promote Student-Athletes' Well-BeingStudent-athletes may want to further their athletic careers after graduation, and educators can support them both academically and mentally.
Student Well-Being Teen Mental Health Showing Signs of ImprovementNew CDC data shows a small decrease in the percentage of teens reporting persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness.Student Well-Being Webinar Attend to the Whole Child: Non-Academic Factors within MTSSSponsorThis content is provided by our sponsor. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of Education Week's editorial staff.Learn strategies for proactively identifying and addressing non-academic barriers to student success within an MTSS framework.
Student Well-Being The Districts Where School Buses Emit the Most Toxic FumesPoor air quality hurts students' health and academic performance, research has shown, and diesel-powered buses are a contributor.
Student Well-Being What Principals Can Do to Make Sure Students Feel Welcome at SchoolStudent anxiety and absenteeism are top of mind for principals as schools reopen.Student Well-Being Reports Understanding School Climate and Student Well-Being: Results of National SurveysThe EdWeek Research Center surveyed educators and students to learn about their views on school climate. This report highlights findings.
Student Well-Being The False Narrative of a Youth Crime Surge: What Educators Should KnowThere's a prevailing narrative that youth crime is on the rise. The reality is more complicated, and it matters for schools.
Student Well-Being Measles Outbreaks Have More Than Tripled. How Schools Can HelpGetting more parents to vaccinate their children means leaning into relationships. Most states offer resources, too.Student Well-Being Whitepaper How to Provide Much-Needed Mental Health Support to StudentsSponsorThis content is provided by our sponsor. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of Education Week's editorial staff.Schools face a mental health crisis with rising anxiety, depression, and behavior issues among students.
Student Well-Being Can Schools Meet the Demand for Summer Learning as Funding Runs Out?A Gallup report found that 45 percent of kids didn't attend a summer learning program in 2023.
Student Well-Being How School Districts Nationwide Can Build Water Safety for StudentsTake a look at how these districts help prepare students for the water by providing water safety and swim lessons for their students.
Student Well-Being The Influential Allies These Schools Are Enlisting to Boost AttendanceA newly formed group of school districts will rely on the help of their communities to craft absence-fighting strategies.
Student Well-Being Teens Are Looking for Mental Health Support Online. What That Means for SchoolsYoung people are turning to websites, social media, and apps for mental health support.
