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Middle School Suicides Reach An All-Time High
Suicide rates for U.S. middle school students have been steadily rising — doubling from 2007-14, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Parents of struggling middle-schooler: ‘Should we let her fail?’
The first thing is to find out what is causing her behavior.
Middle-School Students Learn to Advocate Through Extensions Program
Peer-buddy programs may seem like a one-way experience, but there's often an explosion of life lessons and strong connections.
The Pros and Cons of Giving Cell Phones to Middle-Schoolers
Although some think that children under twelve shouldn't be allowed to carry cell phones, after his experience, parent Doug Luce changed his mind.
8 Wonderful/Terrible Things About Being a Middle-School Mom
In case you are facing this stage of your life with kids, or are in the weeds already, read on. 1. You actually remember what this period of your own childhood was like. You remember the name of your seventh grade teacher, your first crush, that terrible haircut, and your favorite outfit. You have fond …
7 Things My Son Absolutely Needs to Hear—& Know—Before Middle School
"Trust that you are an amazing kid without needing to promote yourself or exaggerate a single thing."
The real reason why poor kids perform worse in school
How Can Schools Tap Into Parent Power For the Good of Students?
A program pays teachers to visit students at home and meet with their family. The home visits have helped parents become better-informed advocates for their kids and stronger allies with teachers.
Helping Young Children Learn to Make Friends
With school starting up again, it’s important that parents think about ways they can help their children succeed not only academically, but also socially.
6 Myths About Suicide That Every Educator And Parent Should Know
One of the biggest myths? That children don't kill themselves. It's just not true. Children as young as 5 take their own lives every year.
How to Help Your Child Set and Reach Goals
Concerned that your child lacks passion or doesn't know how to apply themselves? Learn the six steps that can help inspire your child to set and meet their goals.
Why rich parents are terrified their kids will fall into the “middle class”
As the income gap has widened at the top, the consequences of falling out of the upper middle class have worsened.
TrueNorth's TrueMentors: Pass it on. Be a mentor. Remember middle school?
TrueNorth's TrueMentors program pairs caring adults with local children in mentor relationships. You'd probably make a great mentor. What do you have to shar...
16 Things Only Middle Sisters Will Understand
Being the middle child is ROUGH. Sure, there are some benefits to being in that position, but secretly you're totally envious of your older sibling's power and
