But those online models will change in many cases as well. West Carrollton students who stay fully online will use the Schools PLP curriculum and will have a district mentor, but not live lessons with local teachers. ExploreBellbrook, Troy, Beavercreek, others have school levies on ballot Trotwood-Madison, which starts its […]
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‘Not ashamed’ to admit it | Penn State students, experts on how coronavirus affects students’ mental health | University Park Campus | Penn State | Daily Collegian
Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, many college students have experienced a range of emotions such as grief, loneliness and hopelessness while in isolation, impacting their mental health and wellbeing. According to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study based on an online survey of 5,412 adults living […]
UConn students create online platform to help peers’ mental health during pandemic
STORRS, Conn. (WTNH) — All of us can use a ‘refresher’ now and then, a way to exhale and regroup. No one knows that better than college students. Two University of Connecticut students have created an online platform to help support their peers during this time. While it can be […]
Nearly 14,000 Pinellas students ask to head back to schools
With the first quarter of classes nearing an end, the Pinellas County school district asked parents a simple question: Did they want to change their schooling model? Thousands said they did, asking that their children be allowed to return to campus after starting the year taking classes online. And the […]
why some experts are concerned for LGBTQ students
Health experts say it’s critical that sexual health education is included in school curriculum specifically for LGBTQ students. (Photo: Nathalie Cruz for Yahoo Life) Experts are concerned about the impact the coronavirus pandemic has had on the disruptions in education, particularly around sexual health for LGBTQ students. “I fear that […]
PCC Notes: Mentoring program part of focus on serving first-generation students | News
WINTERVILLE — Pitt Community College’s efforts to improve the experiences and outcomes of first-generation college students took another step forward last month, when the college’s First-Gen Fellows Mentoring Program held a virtual meet-and-greet for participants. According to PCC Student Success adviser Amelia Bain, who co-chairs the mentoring program with admissions […]
3 Vital Tips for College Students Who Are Struggling With Mental Health
Mental health issues are on the rise in colleges throughout America. The Stressed Years of Their Lives: Helping Your Kid Survive and Thrive During Their College Years One in five students have reported having suicidal thoughts, according to a Harvard Medical School study. Among gay, lesbian, and bisexual students, suicide […]
Wardlaw+Hartridge students plan race and identity symposium
CLOSE When is the last time the overtime you received was more than your salary? Check to see what public employees earned in overtime now on Data.MyCentralJersey.com. Bridgewater Courier News Matthew Hartzler, Arthur L. Johnson High School senior, recently earned a merit scholarship with a value of $30,000 per year […]
In-person classes elicit mixed reviews from on-campus, remote students
Eleven students take their seats in a lecture hall meant for more than 100 people, each staggered among the rows and wearing a mask. A professor stands at the front of the room, 50 feet away from the closest student. On a projector screen are seven faces: the students who […]
18-year-old creates healthy snacks for on-the-go students
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Having always been passionate about health and fitness, 18-year-old Sophia Mezzacappa became vegan/vegetarian about three years ago. As a student on the go, the Grymes Hill resident found her new diet led to her consuming an excess of processed protein bars. “I started noticing that all […]
Penn State students weigh in on returning to the IM Building this semester | University Park Campus | Penn State | Daily Collegian
Many Penn State students have been waiting to take a trip back to the gym as a part of their daily routine for the fall semester — and now they have the chance. The Intramural Building reopened to students on Sept. 25. The White Building and the Hepper Fitness Center […]
‘Shocking number’ of Mineral Wells ISD students failing online learning, district says
“Several have never logged in or communicated at all in six weeks,” the district said in a letter to parents. MINERAL WELLS, Texas — Mineral Wells ISD has announced that students who are failing multiple courses or are unengaged will be required to return to in-person learning on Oct. 19. […]
Minister rejects fee discounts for all students
Image copyright PA Video Image caption Students at Manchester Metropolitan University had to isolate England’s universities minister has rejected calls for discounts or refunds for all students with courses disrupted by Covid-19 restrictions. Michelle Donelan told a committee of MPs she expected the quality of courses to stay high, “despite […]
Ohio provides snapshot of COVID-19 hospitalizations as some students begin hybrid learning
CLEVELAND (WJW)– As several school districts make the switch from remote to hybrid learning, the Cuyahoga County Board of Health advises people to remain vigilant in protecting themselves against coronavirus. Ohio coronavirus numbers: 1,057 new cases, 6 deaths reported Kevin Brennan, the communications officer at CCBH, said they are “encouraged” […]
Texas coronavirus: Students should get tested often, APH says
Austin Public Health’s Dr. Mark Escott said he is worried about extracurriculars during the school year. AUSTIN, Texas — Although Austin’s top doctor said school buildings should be safe to go to back, Austin Public Health’s Dr. Mark Escott said he’s concerned about kids enrolled in extracurricular activities. “We have […]
3 teen suicides raise concerns about mental health of K-12 students
Three Clark County teenagers died from suicide in the first month of the school year — a period that saw none last year — prompting growing concerns about the mental health of K-12 students among school leaders and advocates. Deaths by suicide for all ages are down this year compared […]
New tools help health students during Pandemic
SANTEE, Calif. (KGTV) – New upgrades at the Health Occupations Center are allowing students in the medical fields to continue their hands-on training during the Coronavirus Pandemic. “These students can’t go do clinicals in a hospital like they used to be able to,” says Barry Jantz, the CEO of the […]
Goleta-Area Brothers Jump at Chance to Buy Jump Ropes for Fellow Elementary Students | School Zone
Three Goleta-area boys are raising funds to buy new jump ropes for hundreds of local elementary school students, while encouraging physical exercise amid coronavirus-related school closures and youth sport shutdowns. “Some of the strongest athletes in the world train with jump ropes,” 9-year-old Titus Bodenhamer said. “People have nowhere to […]
Keir Starmer warns of looming mental health crisis as students trapped in halls
Keir Starmer has demanded urgent mental health support for students as struggling first years described being trapped in university halls by coronavirus. Thousands of students have been forced to self isolate at universities such as Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh as the virus grips campuses. The Labour leader held a video […]
Universities could be asked to end face-to-face teaching early to allow students home for Christmas
University student Universities could be forced to end face-to-face teaching early this term and students told to quarantine in halls in order to go home at Christmas, Gavin Williamson has announced. The Education Secretary sought to quell fears of students being unable to see their families over the festive period, […]