A newly published school guide highlights the importance of early, collaborative strategies among parents, teachers, and therapists to support children with selective mutism, addressing misconceptions and promoting safe classroom environments. Selective mutism in nursery and primary school is often misunderstood…
As the new school year approaches, experts advise parents to recognise and address teen anxiety directly, fostering resilience through supportive routines and open communication to ease the back-to-school transition. As the new school year approaches, parents can do more than…
Missoula County Public Schools trustees have unanimously supported a proposed lawsuit arguing Montana’s current school funding system fails its constitutional duty to provide quality education, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing debate over public school funding adequacy. Missoula County…
While a weekly run can support basic health, experts emphasise that regular, sustained training is crucial for improving stamina and avoiding injuries, especially for serious athletes. Light activity on weekdays may help minimise risks for weekend runners. A once-a-week run…
Experts emphasise the importance of scheduling a child’s first dental appointment by age one to lay the foundation for lifelong oral health and prevent decay, highlighting recent guidance for families in Mission Viejo. A child’s first tooth is more than…
Teachers are encouraged to prioritise building trust, routines, and executive function skills in the initial weeks, which can lead to better learning outcomes throughout the year. In the first weeks of school, many teachers feel pushed to do everything at…
A new Kickstarter project, Playte, transforms mealtime struggles into engaging games, aiming to improve children’s eating habits through playful plates that turn bites into board game moves, sparking interest and longer table engagement. Playte is trying to turn one of…
As Ukrainian children prepare for their first day at school, educators emphasise the importance of readiness and independence over early syllabus mastery, marking a significant shift towards a more flexible and child-centred approach to primary education. As children across Ukraine…
Guidance for caregivers highlights the importance of calm communication, routines, and gradual independence in supporting teenagers with Down syndrome through daily challenges and social integration. Supporting a teenager with Down syndrome is often less about managing major crises than about…
DYNSEO advocates for integrating everyday tasks and visual supports into routines to foster independence and social skills in teenagers with Down syndrome, emphasising patience and consistency at home. Helping a teenager with Down syndrome at home works best when everyday…
