Two University of North Texas educators agree that school uniforms contribute to students' emotional and social well being, as well as helping school administrators spend more time on other tasks and helping parents avoid clothing battles with their children.
"The parents of students, today, are the most involved parents in the history of the world," said Steve Langerud, associate dean for experiential education at Grinnell College. "They have been told ... to be involved with their child's life. Sometimes college seems like going "˜cold turkey' from that life of involvement. I want parents to continue that pattern of involvement throughout college."
Summertime often provides a reprieve for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), but now that school is starting up, the usual parental concerns are at the forefront again. Can my child stay focused enough to keep up with his class work? Will he get the extra attention he needs in the classroom to keep him on task?
In the rush to buy back-to-school supplies for their children, parents may unknowingly purchase backpacks that do more harm than good, warns a University of Florida occupational therapist.
According the United States Justice Department, one in four children is bullied everyday. No longer just "harmless" teasing and taunting on the schoolyard, bullying is part of an escalating school violence problem. Here are six ways to keep your kid from becoming the bully, the victim or a bystander.
Back to school for many kids also means back to shoulder, neck and back pain caused by hauling heavy backpacks each day. Experts agree that selecting the right backpack and teaching kids the proper way to wear it is a must for back-to-school season.
Going back to school can be exciting -- and stressful, especially for kids ages 5 to 7 who are at risk of having wetting accidents. About 15 percent of children in the early grades have daytime accidents. A pediatric urologist suggests ways to prevent accidents and help kids learn bladder control.
Studying in groups helps students learn more effectively. More than 20 years of academic research has consistently demonstrated that fact. But what exactly is it about studying with other people that makes it so effective? Through painstaking research, an expert in creativity and everyday conversation at Washington University in St. Louis has identified two patterns of group dynamics that show why group study is optimal.
Sending your child off to college for the first time isn't easy. But it can be especially tough on "helicopter parents," those who tend to hover over their children and can have a hard time letting go. But not to worry, says an expert on the freshman transition at Washington University in St. Louis. Even helicopter parents can make a successful break.
For many college freshmen, the first few weeks on campus are an exciting yet scary time. There are new friends to meet, classes to attend and extracurricular activities to join. And for many, it's also their first time away from home -- their first time making decisions completely on their own. When those decisions involve what to eat for lunch from the student center food court, the consequences can have a far-reaching effect.
A new study shows students who use credit cards to pay tuition carry a balance of $1,000 or more. A Grand Valley State University finance professor has advice for such students.
Did you know that many college administrators and other officials feel that credit card debt is a bigger problem on college campuses than sex, drugs, and Rock & Roll? Students who carry large credit card bills earn lower grades, work more (the two are apparently related), are more depressed, and are more likely to drop out.
There's debate on whether students should fear the "Freshman Five" or the "Freshman Fifteen," but most evidence shows college freshmen gain weight their first year in college. But college students who have been there, done that can help others avoid the weight gain.
As thousands of students prepare for their first year away at college, they need to consider how to navigate the newness of college life as well as what clothes to bring and what books to pack, says Gettysburg College Vice President for College Life and Dean of Students Julie Ramsey.
When students at Grinnell College sit down to breakfast, they can be assured that their eggs come from chickens raised in a cage free environment. In fact, the nationally known Liberal Arts school in Grinnell, Iowa, is proud to boast that not only is the office of Dining Services using eggs from cage free hens, but produce and other foods raised, produced, and grown by "local" producers.
As summer ends and college students return to campus, it is important to take precautionary measures to ensure personal safety. Carl Peaster Jr., a police chief and director of Public Safety at Middle Tennessee State University, offers tips for helping students reduce the risk of becoming a crime statistic on campus.
Bullies, once encountered only around the schoolyard at recess, have now ventured into cyberspace. Robin Kowalski, a professor of psychology at Clemson University, says cyber-bullying can be just as harmful as the physical threat.
With more and more students dropping out of high school and college, the National Dropout Prevention Center (NDPC) at Clemson University gives alternatives to those who are considering it.
A college education is supposed to prepare students for a job, but a Clemson University expert says, in order to succeed, students should view college as a job.
What happens when veterans return from fighting in Afghanistan or Iraq and go back to college?
Northeastern University's faculty members from Bouve College of Health Sciences are available to talk about issues relevant to college students and campus life. Topics Northeastern faculty will discuss as it relates to their research areas, include mental/physical/emotional well-being and behavior related to prescription drug abuse.
The director of St. Lawrence University's highly praised First-Year Program says that students getting ready for college hardly ever bring with them the things they need most: time-management and long-range planning skills.
College is an investment. As with any sizeable commitment of funds, it pays off in the long run to do some homework up front and select the institution best suited to your personality and preferences, as well as your academic needs and career goals. Deborah Spinney, executive director for student development at the University of Indianapolis, offers 10 tips for making that important decision.
Every year, many college freshmen fall victim to poor study habits, an overabundance of socializing or other poor choices that derail their higher education. Deborah Spinney, executive director for student development at the University of Indianapolis, has identified the 10 most common of these mistakes, and offers advice for staying on course.
"Baby talk" may be cute for young toddlers, but if your child babbles for too long, there may be a problem.
Our modern society has created a culture in which it is easy to become sleep deprived. A Kansas State University professor said we have extended this problem to our elementary school children.
Homesickness, adjusting to a roommate and financial woes are just some of the problems new students may have to cope with as they adjust to college life, particularly during the first few weeks of school.
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center announces the establishment of a new graduate school of biomedical sciences. It will offer a novel doctoral program that will train basic laboratory scientists to work in research areas directly applicable to human disease and, in particular, to cancer.
With the advent of a new vaccine to prevent meningococcal disease, students preparing for college have another expense to consider. A University of Washington physician explains why the new vaccine can be a life saver and prevent life-altering disabilities.
A Colgate University expert offers parents tips on staying connected with their college-bound kids.
Colgate University expert discusses cures for the fall doldrums.
Medieval historian Hans Broedel (Hamilton College) describes how the rituals of Halloween, such as trick-or-treating and carving pumpkins, came from medieval Christian traditions.
It seems like just yesterday that you were dropping her off for the first day of kindergarten. Wasn't it just last month that you were watching him trying to recite his lines for the 6th grade play? Now it's time for college "“ and no more mom and dad to guide the way on a daily basis.
Social workers are the largest providers of mental health and therapy services in the US. They have the expertise and experience to address the needs of clients as the routine of school and the fall returns.
"While the transition to college can be difficult for any student, those with learning and behavioral challenges can be especially at risk for difficulties when adjusting to the college environment," says Tara McKee, clinical psychologist and associate professor of psychology.
Spencer Kelly, assistant professor psychology at Colgate University, discusses the role that hand gestures play in learning and retention.
In a groundbreaking study, a Canadian university researcher has discovered a way to use children's songs to teach Kindergarten children to read, with surprising implications for children with autism.
Back-to-school heralds opportunities for students to learn, and at the same time, teachers need opportunities to learn, too. Research Points, published by the American Educational Research Association, shows that professional development can aim at increasing student achievement.
From preschool to lifelong learning, Villa Julie College has experts for a wide variety of Back to School topics.
Asthma is a leading cause of death and disability in children younger than 17 years old. Since children spend up to 30 percent of their day in school, experts say everyone involved in the school system, from teachers to bus drivers, understands the condition and how to treat it.
A new Web portal called SeaMaven allows land-bound, middle-school students to enter the world of marine biology and related sciences. The Web site gives students access to continuous, near-real-time data collected from naval platforms 60 miles off the coast of Georgia.
Should you pay your child $10 for every "A"? Banish video games for a month for each "F"?
Two scoops of reading in the morning will improve children's literacy says one Ball State University education expert.
It's time for back-to-school shopping and that means new shoes! Should you succumb to the style demands of your children? Or should you insist on more practical shoes? Temple University podiatrist John Walter offers tips for parents.
Do you have your pieces of wood, a couple of wax tablets and a wooden pen and clay inkpot? Across the country, families are getting youngsters ready for school by purchasing notebooks, paper, pencils and pens.
This fall, students at Michigan Tech CAN always get what they want, music- and movie-wise, without risking a trip to the dean's office or worse, a subpoena.
Kids and parents are getting ready for school to begin. Grand Valley State University experts are available to comment on topics related to back to school time and the Fall season.
The fall television season is about to start, but does that mean your child should be nested in front of the tube? UW research shows negative effects on cognitive development in toddlers who watch a lot of television and video.
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The transition from the summer to the start of the new school year can be stressful for children and parents. Both parents and teachers should participate in preparing children for the transition back to school.
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