Sleepy teens, risky behavior
It is no surprise that getting enough sleep greatly reduces the risk of injury. It also reduces the risk of engaging in risky behaviors that could result in injury. Age Range: TeensTopics:...
View ArticleBack to school, back to sleep? Schools reevaluate early start times
In response to a recent statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics, many school districts have begun reevaluating their starting times to allow teens to have sufficient hours for sleep. Age...
View ArticleBeyond sex ed: Parents want more health topics covered in school
Volume 27Issue 4September 19, 2016Most parents say schools should, and do, teach wellness, drug/alcohol abuse, and sex education.Two-thirds of parents say schools definitely should cover...
View ArticleEmergency situations: Is your child's school prepared?
September is National Preparedness Month, a reminder to think whether you are prepared for an emergency situation. Age Range: InfantsToddlersTopics: DaycareSafetySchoolsThrowback Thursday
View ArticleWhat topics should be included in middle and high school health education?
We asked parents of children in middle or high school about their preferences for health education in school. Age Range: School-AgedTopics: Food & NutritionMental HealthPhysical ActivitySchools
View ArticleParents want more topics covered in health education
In our latest NPCH Report, we asked parents of children in middle or high school about their preferences for health education in school. Age Range: School-AgedTopics: Food & NutritionMental...
View ArticleTaking action during Bullying Prevention Month
Although many states have laws requiring bullying policies in schools, defining bullying and determining the appropriate response to bullying can be challenging for schools. Age Range:...
View ArticlePay-to-participate limiting school activities for lower-income students
Volume 27Issue 5October 17, 2016Average total cost for the school year was $302 per student in sports, $218 for arts, and $124 for clubs.27% of parents from lower-income families cited a drop in...
View ArticleDoes the cost of school sports & activities limit participation?
The cost of participating in school sports & activities has become a barrier for some families. Age Range: TweensTeensTopics: SchoolsSchool Sports
View ArticleAt what cost? Price tag of school activities limits participation for...
Between school participation fees, transportation expenses, and equipment costs, the price of participating in school activities is a barrier - especially for lower-income students. Age Range:...
View ArticleParents struggle with when to keep sick kids home from school
Volume 28Issue 3January 16, 2017The top factors in parents' decision to keep a child home are concern that the illness will get worse or spread to classmates if the child goes to school.Parents are...
View ArticleToo sick for school? Sick kids report stirs up national conversation
This month’s Mott Poll report highlighted the struggle parents face when deciding what to do with their sick child. This report has generated a lot of discussion across regional and national media...
View ArticleChild care emergencies: Do you know the plan at your child's preschool?
Whenever a preschool or child care center faces an emergency, it is essential that they are prepared to handle the situation, and that parents are aware of the emergency plan. Topics:...
View ArticleNecessary roughness? Increasing playground risk-taking to reduce bullying
As bullying remains a major health concern, research suggests potential new avenues for anti-bullying intervention efforts—beginning at very young ages right on the school playground.Age Range:...
View ArticleLater school start times, more sleep for teens
In a 2015 Mott Poll, 88% of parents said their teens' schools start before 8:30 a.m. About half of those parents said they would support moving the start of the school day back to 8:30 or later.Age...
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