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Elmwood School: Where Girls Rise with Confidence, Curiosity and Global Vision

k12 Digest

Part library, part innovation hub, part quiet study nook, it offers flexible zones where students can choose how they learn bestwhether thats brainstorming with peers, diving into solo study, or using digital tools to bring projects to life. Thats why the school has built a culture where care isnt an afterthoughtits a foundation.

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How a Culture of Caring Is Helping These Schools Improve Student Mental Health

Edsurge

Districts have taken a wide range of approaches, as documented by the Manpower Demonstration Research Corporation, a nonprofit that studies how government policies impact low-income families. Others are applied more broadly, like mentorship programs or culturally responsive curriculum. Do you know what happened?”

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3 tips to combat chronic absenteeism in high schools

eSchool News

A recent study on adolescent loneliness suggests that light-touch, low-cost interventions focused on attendance can pay dividends. Ensure that communications are culturally responsive and inclusive, acknowledging and celebrating the diversity within the school community.

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Five ways school leaders can end the year on a strong note

eSchool News

Well-being resources : Encourage self-care by providing resources such as access to counseling services, wellness programs, or relaxation spaces within the school. Highlighting their achievements can boost morale and encourage a supportive school culture. Consider organizing wellness days or retreats.

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Prioritizing teacher well-being can help schools retain talent

eSchool News

Consider subsidizing telehealth counseling that more effectively fits into teachers’ schedules. Your approach here should certainly include building a culture of openness around mental health. A recent Pew Research study found that 53 percent of people who quit their jobs found new employment that made it easier to keep this balance.

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Racism is a subtle, silent enemy of STEM classrooms

eSchool News

We as educators can also serve as gatekeepers to either advanced studies, special education, counseling, etc. Examples of microaggression can be scheduling major deadlines on important cultural event dates or making inappropriate and insensitive jokes about a particular group of students.

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The Kiski School: A Transformative Boarding School Experience Rooted in Tradition

k12 Digest

As dorm parents, coaches, and club advisors, teachers foster a culture of support and engagement that extends far beyond academics. This international mix enriches learning, preparing students for college and beyond by exposing them to a wide array of viewpoints and cultures. Weekends are a thrill.

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