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A new kind of high school diploma trades chemistry for carpentry

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Alabama state law previously required students to take at least four years each of English, math, science and social studies to graduate from high school. The law passed in 2024 alongside a spate of bills aimed at boosting the states labor participation rate, which at 58% as of January remained below the national rate of 63%.

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3 tips to combat chronic absenteeism in high schools

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A recent study on adolescent loneliness suggests that light-touch, low-cost interventions focused on attendance can pay dividends. Create opportunities for students and families to provide feedback, share concerns, and actively participate in decision-making processes that affect their educational experiences.

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MMI Preparatory School Partners with Lackawanna College to Launch Pre-College Credit Program

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Director of College Counseling at MMI Preparatory School. MMI students have the flexibility to take classes online, attend courses at the Lackawanna College Hazleton Center, or participate in concurrent classes held at MMI Preparatory School. Help students explore fields of study before committing to a major. Chrin, Ed.D.,

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Tech-less teaching methods could alienate tech-savvy Gen Zs

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So far, discussions have been dominated by UNESCO’s recent counsel calling on schools to ban mobile phones. Back in 2018, a study published in the British Journal of Education Technology revealed that AR can be especially useful for students studying complicated subject matter, improving their ability to focus.

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‘Big Brothers’ Can Have a Lasting Impact on Kids, Study Finds

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The report entitled “ The Youths Relationships Study ” was conducted by researchers at University of Illinois Chicago and published last fall. Researchers reported that Big Brothers Big Sisters mentees in the study were 54 percent less likely to have been arrested and 41 percent less likely to have engaged in substance use.

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

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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. The recently reimagined Learning Commons is a perfect example.

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

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Well-being resources : Encourage self-care by providing resources such as access to counseling services, wellness programs, or relaxation spaces within the school. Partnership building : Strengthen relationships with parents and community members by inviting them to participate in school events and activities.