Schools can create positive climate in not-quite 20 steps
Tom Hierck and Kent Peterson

Many K12 leaders try to foster a more positive culture in their schools to teach and reinforce good behavior among students. But this raises some important questions. Read more>>

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Why kids and teens may face far more anxiety these days
The Washington Post

When it comes to treating anxiety in children and teens, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook are the bane of therapists' work. Anxiety, not depression, is the leading mental health issue among American youths, and clinicians and research both suggest it is rising. Read more>>

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Get kids in the community and change the world
Forbes

It has become apparent that basic literacies are no longer enough. Students must find ways to apply, own, and direct how literacy and problem-solving skills are used. A look at place-based education and how it's doing just that while also building capacity for citizenship. Read more>>

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While there is no one-size-fits-all solution for continuous improvement, a recent report from AdvancED offers insights into what successful schools do well and where all schools, even the highest-performing ones, need to improve. Download the full report or executive summary to learn more. Read more>>

Self-control shaped by your 'in-group' as early as preschool
CU Boulder Today

How a child’s social groups behave can significantly influence his or her ability to practice self-control and could have lasting impacts on development of this critical skill, according to a new study. The findings run counter to prevailing assumptions that self-control is primarily shaped by neurocognitive or psychological factors. Read more>>

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Don't punish schools because some children can't read yet
Traverse City Record-Eagle

Nobody denies that learning to read is one cornerstone in a quality education. But the purpose of testing—to measure progress and inform instruction—has shifted to determining who gets punished for low scores. The question is the best way to build coherent programming to support all the children in Michigan schools in learning to read. Read more>>
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