Articles tagged with High School Education
Two-thirds of surveyed teens in Scotland reported visual or verbal harassment, while one-third experienced personally invasive behaviors in the past three months. Students often normalize behaviors, and effective interventions are needed to change attitudes and behaviors that persist into later life.
A recent review of e-cigarette research highlights the significant health risks associated with vaping, including lung inflammation and injury. The study found that e-cigarettes can cause negative effects in multiple organs, from the brain to the bladder, and may even increase the risk of lung cancer.
A recent Oregon State University study found that 11th-grade students in four-day schools performed worse on standardized math tests compared to those in five-day schedules. The effect was more pronounced among students in non-rural schools and limited to math, while reading achievement showed no significant gap.
The University of Cincinnati's Russian language program has received a $547,000 grant from the NSA to expand course offerings and create a pipeline for students interested in learning Russian. The new program will include nine-month courses, immersion programs, and workforce media development courses.
Adolescents experienced improved health-related quality of life during school closures, with increased sleep duration by about 75 minutes per day. This positive effect outweighs the negative impacts of depression and anxiety.
A long-term study found that academic education can positively affect aging of the brain, with reduced degenerative processes and improved cognitive performance. Participants with an academic background showed a lower increase in signs of brain degeneration and faster processing speeds.
The Medical University of South Carolina's Boeing Center for Children's Wellness offers a menu of wellness initiative options that schools can tailor to their needs. Schools with health professionals on the wellness committee implement 25% more initiatives, leading to a culture change and increased student participation.
A University of Toledo study found that 70.8% of K-12 educators surveyed are against allowing teachers to carry guns in schools. Despite proposals to train and arm teachers, the majority of educators strongly disagree with the idea, citing concerns about safety and normalization of school shootings.
A new index ranks US states based on their support for successful aging across five domains: productivity, security, equity, cohesion, and well-being. The study found that no single domain drives the results, and state policies play a significant role in adapting to an aging population.
Researchers analyzed data from the Office for National Statistics to estimate occupational risk from COVID-19 among school staff. The study found that mortality rates among teachers were low compared to many other occupations.
Historical state-level analysis finds that increased party competition leads to higher spending on infrastructure, human capital, literacy, earnings, and longevity. States with more party competition tend to have lower infant mortality, higher life expectancy, and greater social well-being.
A new study by the University of Houston researcher found that gender stereotypes in computer science and engineering begin at age six, leading to a lack of representation of girls and women in these fields. The study suggests that introducing high-quality STEM activities in elementary school can help close the gender gap.
The study analyzes how Sex Education fills the gap in sex education for teenagers, offering a more nuanced understanding of their needs. The show represents sex education as a conversation between teens, parents, and experts, challenging traditional gatekeeper ideas about adult protection.
A new study published in PLOS ONE found that homeschooled adolescents tend to exhibit higher levels of character strength and engage in healthier behaviors, such as volunteering and religious service attendance. However, they are less likely to pursue higher education compared to their public school counterparts.
Young people who consider themselves ‘multilingual’ perform better across a wide range of subjects at school, regardless of their language proficiency. Research shows that encouraging pupils to identify with languages and value different styles of communication can support academic progress.
A study of 604 Canadian teens found that high grades lead to higher perfectionism, which can result in anxiety, depression, and decreased motivation. Experts call for parents and educators to foster environments of self-acceptance and acknowledge successes, rather than pushing for perfection.
A new study published in the journal BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health found that eating well is associated with better mental wellbeing in children. Children who consumed five or more portions of fruit and veg a day had the highest scores for mental wellbeing.
GlycoNet will deliver reliable vaccine information to Canadians through interactive digital campaigns and K-12 classroom tools, supporting science literacy skills. The grant aims to promote evidence-based decision-making on vaccines across the country.
New research from UMass Amherst found that enrolling academically struggling 9th graders in an ethnic studies course significantly increases their chances of graduating from high school and enrolling in college. The study, which analyzed nearly 1,400 students, also showed improvements in attendance and engagement.
A study by HSE University researchers found a positive correlation between GDP and education expenditure for OECD members, with stronger effects over the long term. However, in developing economies, increased investment in secondary and professional education actually decelerates GDP growth due to labor market mismatch.
A study found that girls in secondary school are less motivated by traditional fitness tests, which often involve running and measuring heart and lung performance. To address this issue, experts recommend new teaching strategies and online interventions like exergames to promote healthy lifestyle habits.
The UC Davis Center for Integrated Computing and STEM Education has received a $2.4 million grant to establish an initiative introducing Black/African American girls to engineering and robotics. The Ujima Girls in Robotics Leadership Project offers a free, hands-on program teaching girls middle and high school engineering and leadership.
Researchers investigated high schools' safety policies to protect student-athletes from heat, cardiac arrests, traumatic brain injuries and more. Thirty-eight states have adopted legislative changes improving safety for student-athletes, including West Virginia.
A new study found that school closures exacerbated existing inequalities in education, with disadvantaged families spending less time on learning at home. Despite increased home lessons, the gap between advantaged and disadvantaged families remained, with single-parent families showing a narrowing of the gap.
The Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine and local partners receive an NSF grant to develop a regional regenerative medicine educational network. The project aims to address the workforce needs of the rapidly evolving field, focusing on skilled technician development in biomanufacturing.
A new study found that US high school students felt more respected and their views moved closer to agreement in consensus-based political discussions than in group debates. The study, published in the Peabody Journal of Education, suggests that deliberation can promote openness to changing one's mind and being persuaded.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell has recognized a group of K-12 students from Massachusetts and the Midwest for their artwork on climate change. The students' creations will be displayed on public buses to educate tens of thousands of passengers about extreme weather events.
A high school student's study models the spread of macroscopic droplets from a simulated cough with and without mask use. The findings suggest that barriers can play a crucial role in controlling droplet spread, especially when masks cannot be worn.
A study found that increased access to birth control in Colorado led to a 1.66 percentage-point increase in high school graduation among young women one year after the initiative was introduced. The research provides evidence for the U.S. Title X program's goal of ensuring low-income and uninsured residents can complete their education.
A new study published in Science Advances found that increased access to birth control in Colorado led to a 14% decrease in the percentage of young women who left high school before graduating. The program, which expanded access to more forms of contraception, also showed improvements in graduation rates among Hispanic women.
A new study by economists at UC Riverside and University of Louisiana found that juvenile incarceration has a deterrent effect on property crimes but increases the probability of drug-related crimes as an adult. Rehabilitation programs may improve welfare outcomes for convicted juveniles.
A new study by Case Western Reserve University researchers highlights the need for improved access to Medicaid waivers for families affected by autism spectrum disorder. The study found that having a Medicaid waiver and high school enrollment were key predictors of youth with autism and their families using available services.
A recent study by Universitat Oberta de Catalunya found that 6 out of 10 teachers believe changing the classroom design is crucial for improving learning. The researchers emphasized the need for flexible spaces that prioritize physical and psychological well-being, allowing students to take an active role in their learning. Additionall...
Researchers uncovered evidence of women's football in pre-war Japan through historical records and photographs. They found that football was a popular sport among girls, particularly during the Taisho era, with casual play and competitions involving throwing and kicking the ball.
A new study found that only 56% of Ontario high schools offer CPR training to students, despite being mandated by the province. Common barriers include lack of funding and time, highlighting the need for additional strategies to ensure successful implementation.
A new study by economists suggests that Black students who attended racially balanced high schools completed significantly less schooling than those who attended predominantly black or white schools. This challenges the standard wisdom that school desegregation leads to racial nirvana in the US.
Research by Steven Alvarado found that having college-bound friends increases the likelihood of enrolling in college, but this effect is weaker for Black and Latino students. Structural and cultural processes may mitigate the influence of friendship on these groups' college enrollment rates.
The SETI Institute has selected 30 teachers from 10 states to participate in the NASA-funded Airborne Astronomy Ambassador program. The program aims to improve science teaching and increase student learning and STEM engagement through immersive astrophysics and planetary science training.
The study found that schools with armed guards had lower average injury rates and fewer severe injuries compared to those without armed guards. Armed guard presence was also associated with a decrease in the use of firearms during school shootings.
A recent study discovered a significant gap in leadership opportunities for women, particularly mothers, who demonstrate high academic achievement. Despite having similar leadership prospects as fathers with low GPAs, women face barriers in securing promotions due to factors such as household responsibilities and biased promotion pract...
A new study found that nearly 70% of high school students wore their masks properly during graduation ceremonies, with most expressing altruistic concern for the safety and well-being of their community. The study highlights the importance of education and adult role-modeling in promoting mask-wearing behaviors among youth.
A Swedish registry study found that only 0.77 intensive care patients per 100,000 children aged 1-16 were treated for COVID-19 or multi-inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C). Despite schools being open during the pandemic, none of the children died within two months after their intensive care period.
Researchers at Indiana University will study the effects of repetitive subconcussive head impacts on adolescent brain health using computerized mouthguards and neurological imaging. The goal is to establish safety guidelines for young athletes exposed to head impacts.
Research found COVID-19 cases and outbreaks were extremely low in schools and nurseries in England during the summer of 2020. Outbreaks correlated strongly with local infection rates, highlighting the importance of controlling community transmission to protect educational settings.
States with high rates of high school football participation and limited gender equality resisted implementing concussion regulations, while those with higher female labor force participation adopted them earlier. Researchers found a significant correlation between SEC affiliation and resistance to concussion legislation.
A new study by researchers at Université de Montréal found that kindergarten readiness is associated with better academic, psychological, and health outcomes in emerging adulthood. The study, published in Pediatrics, analyzed data from over 2,000 children born between 1997 and 1998 and found that kindergarten math skills and classroom ...
The University of Texas at El Paso has received a $1.35 million NIH Science Education Partnership Award to attract high school students from economically disadvantaged communities to pursue undergraduate degrees in engineering and biomedical sciences. The project, Project ACE, will provide research-focused curriculum, mentors, and oppo...
A new study by Lancaster University found that Welsh-medium school pupils consistently score lower than their English-speaking counterparts in standardised tests. Despite attending schools with wealthier families and having more access to resources at home, these pupils still fail to match the academic performance of their peers.
A recent study by Henry Ford Health found that high school athletes in various sports, including soccer, hockey, and cheerleading, are at risk of concussions. The study revealed that younger brains take longer to heal from concussions, with memory scores increasing with repeated injuries.
A University of Oregon study found that high school students who endured gender harassment were more likely to experience trauma-related symptoms in college. The study also highlights the importance of institutional courage and suggests that schools should prioritize listening to students' concerns.
A Boston College study found that 95% of Massachusetts high schools altered their mission statements between 2001 and 2019, with a focus on students' emotional development, cognitive development, and civic development. The research also showed an increase in career preparation and environmental challenges as school objectives.
P. Daniel Chen examines cost of dual-enrollment programs in Virginia to estimate true costs for secondary schools and community colleges. The study aims to answer three questions: on-site course costs, administrative support costs, and Commonwealth spending per course and pupil.
A new study published in Social Psychology Quarterly explores how high school students categorize their peers into groups based on physical appearance. The research found correlations between these groupings and aspects of mental health, academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, social status, and risk-taking behaviors.
A meta-study of 92 studies found that secondary school students outperform their peers in traditional classes when using digital tools. The tools' effectiveness increases when used with paper-based materials and accompanied by teachers. Intelligent tutor systems and professionally trained teachers are particularly effective.
A recent study published in Orthopedics found that high school athletes require at least one month of recovery following a concussion. The study analyzed data from 357 adolescents who sustained one or more concussions and found that those with multiple concussions required longer recovery times, up to 30 days.
Research by Cornell University's Kim Weeden suggests that early high school occupational plans are a key factor in determining future STEM college majors, with significant gender differences emerging at this stage. Women are less likely than men to plan for STEM careers, despite similar math abilities and academic achievements.
Research found that students who frequently missed school from kindergarten to eighth grade were less likely to vote, reported greater economic difficulties, and had poorer educational outcomes. Early absenteeism was linked to disengagement and consequences beyond education.
A study by Lauren Bailes and Sarah Guthery found that Black and female assistant principals are 18% less likely to be promoted than their White counterparts, with a 0.6-year gap in average time to promotion. Women's likelihood of promotion decreases relative to men as they gain experience.
A new report examines how parents choose secondary schools, revealing inequalities in access to chosen schools and suggesting the current system could be improved by allowing more choices. Minority ethnic families face a lower chance of getting their first choice school due to factors such as school quality and distance.
A recent study by the University of York suggests that Ofsted ratings have a negligible impact on students' educational achievement and wellbeing. Only one tenth of the difference in grades can be attributed to school quality, highlighting the limited effectiveness of these ratings as guides for parents and students.