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3 tips to combat chronic absenteeism in high schools

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A recent report found that this wanes somewhat throughout middle school, and, by the time students reach high school, many schools subscribe to the belief that the need for school-to-home communication diminishes. Data shows many students have untapped talents in high-demand fields–but lack exposure.

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Struggling With Substance Use Recovery — and High School — in a Pandemic

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At Archway Academy in Houston, which serves 50 high school students who are in recovery from substance use disorder, counseling sessions are essentially on-demand. Coupled with a tight-knit sense of community, it’s what makes the school successful, says Executive Director Sasha Coles. “I

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Gale Launches New Accredited Online Adult High School Program to Public Libraries

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. – September 11, 2021 – Gale , part of Cengage Group, today announced the launch of Gale Presents: Excel Adult High School , a new online accredited diploma completion program available to public libraries. Currently, there are an estimated 30 million American adults without a high school diploma. [i]

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Virtual ed leaders launch Global Personalized Academics

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accredited high school through virtual learning. The design of the program emphasizes a personalized student-centered education curriculum in language arts, college prep and Advanced Placement courses along with leadership and entrepreneurial learning experiences. and the international countries where its students live.

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Prioritizing teacher well-being can help schools retain talent

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With the median high school teacher salary being around $62,870, educators often don’t have a lot of leeway to pay for physical and mental wellness resources themselves. Consider subsidizing telehealth counseling that more effectively fits into teachers’ schedules. Providing Resources.

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Racism is a subtle, silent enemy of STEM classrooms

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This thread of inequity continues through other groups of students such as English Language Learners and Students with Disabilities. We as educators can also serve as gatekeepers to either advanced studies, special education, counseling, etc. We are clearly not serving our Black students.

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Long Island, NY School District Addresses Youth Mental Health Crisis With Opening of New Wellness Center

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In partnership with PM Pediatric Care and located at the Baldwin Middle School, the Baldwin Schools Wellness Center provides immediate access to behavioral health care and resources dedicated to mental wellness for students from elementary through high school, with convenient and flexible hours during and after school.