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How to Convince Teens to Stay in School

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the number of teenagers who drop out of high school is around 8 percent. That means that for every 1,000 out-of-work individuals, 80 are facing an already difficult-to-crack job market without even the most basic education. Parents and teachers can unite to convince these kids, one by one, that staying in school is the best choice for their future success and happiness.

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How to Teach the Importance of Education to Children

Children are blank canvases who can absorb an astounding amount of information at extremely young ages. As they grow and develop, education should be their main focus. You may notice that different children respond to school in various ways. Some children excel at advanced levels, whereas other kids misbehave and earn poor grades. It's critical…

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Common Myths About Gifted Children

Weve all seen the social caricature of a problem child who seems so highly intelligent in certain areas of life but just cant seem to get it together in others. The youth who become labeled troubled teens because they seem pent up and frustrated with life rather than flourishing. Unfortunately, in many cases, these youth are truly gifted beings hiding under early pigeonholing by a system that failed to recognize their unique situations early on. Understanding the gifted child is a key element in helping he or she lead a successful and productive life.

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Cool Back to School Decor Ideas

It’s almost time to send your kids back to school and you know what that means… homework is coming. After spending 7(ish) hours a day sitting in a classroom, it’s hard to get those butts back in the seat to study! Decorating a student’s work space can make it considerably more inviting, though. A fun and fashionable work space can make homework seem more like an activity and less like a punishment, so try out these simple DIY work space decorations! Coffee Can Organizers

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Nearly Half Of Students Sexually Harassed In School

As the 2012 presidential race is rocked by allegations from several women who claim that GOP hopeful Herman Cain sexually harassed them, a new report from the American Association of University Women found that nearly half of middle and high school students have experienced sexual harassment.