Parents and Education

In Dublin, a devoted mother and unwavering advocate for children’s education has experienced a profound transformation in her life after receiving a new kidney. Her tireless volunteer work with organizations such as the Dublin Charity Network and Kidney Care International has long demonstrated her commitment to improving both health and educational outcomes for children. This …

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The A’i Cofán children of Sinangoe in Ecuador face a persistent and profound challenge to their fundamental right to education. Despite a judicial ruling issued nearly a year ago condemning the Ecuadorian Ministry of Education and the Secretariat of Intercultural Bilingual Education and Ethnoeducation (SEIBE) for violating this right, no significant progress has been made. …

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Native American tribes have recently escalated legal actions against the U.S. government, centering on the financial underpinnings of the controversial Indian Boarding School system. This lawsuit throws a harsh spotlight on the alleged misuse of trust funds that were originally intended to support Native children’s education but instead fueled decades of systemic abuse across boarding …

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Shira Berkovitch, a visionary local educator born in Israel and raised in New Jersey, is at the forefront of a learning revolution in children’s education in Israel. Balancing her powerful Israeli identity with her American roots, Shira’s journey reflects a dynamic blend of creative learning and empowerment. Today, she leads an educational innovation initiative in …

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Education for nearly 300,000 Rohingya children in Cox’s Bazar faces a severe setback as thousands of learning centers abruptly close due to critical funding shortages. This alarming development spotlights the fragile state of humanitarian aid in the world’s largest refugee settlement, where over one million Rohingya refugees reside. Organizations including UNICEF and Save the Children …

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The landscape of education in Northern Ireland is currently marked by a concerning rise in school anxiety, affecting tens of thousands of young students. As families grapple with the emotional and academic challenges this crisis brings, understanding its roots and the support available becomes essential. This surge, described by mental health professionals as an “epidemic,” …

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In today’s rapidly changing social landscape, fostering kindness in children is both a critical and challenging mission. As young learners absorb values from their surroundings, the influence of behavior modeled by adults is more significant than ever. Observations from educators across the country reveal unsettling displays of intolerance and cruelty among even the youngest children. …

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In the dynamic landscape of education, bridging the gap between home and school has never been more essential. The recent Summit dedicated to parental engagement underscored the transformative power families hold in shaping children’s academic journeys. With schools increasingly leveraging digital platforms like Google Classroom, Khan Academy, and Seesaw, parents can now participate actively and …

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As summer approaches, the importance of keeping children physically active becomes a critical focus in nurturing their overall development. At the University of Minnesota, innovative research spearheaded by experts like Katie Schuver highlights how engagement in regular physical activity not only builds physical strength but profoundly influences children’s mental well-being, academic performance, and social skills. …

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