For students who are new to middle school, helping them to make a smooth transition makes a difference so they can take advantage of what these years have to offer. ...
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October 2024
From the playground to the high school halls, it’s an unfortunate truth —bullying exists and only gets worse with age. With the advances in technology, social media in particular, it can seem like there is no escape from this type of behavior. This Bullying Prevention Month, we spoke with some local experts about why bullying behavior occurs and what parents and kids can do to prevent it. ...
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Next school year, Ohio students might find themselves in a pre-Y2K throwback: a classroom without cellphones or very limited use. In May, Gov. Mike DeWine signed House Bill 250 into law, requiring Ohio school districts to create official cellphone policies. While the law leaves the specifics up to each district, the goal is to decrease the amount of time students use their phones during school. ...
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Your happy elementary school student suddenly becomes a tween in middle school. It’s no secret to parents that during those years, your child will see a lot of changes, not just academically, but also emotionally and physically. Here are a few tips for parents to consider when navigating this changing emotional time for this age group. ...
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From big jumping spiders and oversized webs to crazed looking clowns and 12-foot skeletons, Halloween brings out all the thrills and chills of the spooky season. While some kids might feel pure excitement about all the ghoulish decorations, costumes and trick-or-treating, there’s some who may experience some increased fear and anxiety during the Halloween season. ...
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