Our state and federal juvenile justice systems fail to consider stages of adolescent development.

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SEL is not a distraction from academics, but a tool that helps build relationships.

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A preschool student’s vocabulary size is a powerful predictor of their later academic success.

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It can take years for people to come forward about abuse — many never do.

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In many states, informal child care providers are eligible for funded support.

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Parents pushed for funding child-care, establishing paid family leave, and expanding child tax credits.

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Collaborative ecosystems of school-to-community instruction increasingly is a preferred path to improving kids’ learning.

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Mentoring means dedication of one’s time to motivate, educate, support and inspire another individual.

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Half of U.S. teens spend at least four hours a day on social media.

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No other variable has as much power over mobility as the two-parent household effect.

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Report reveals benefits as pilot programs spread across country.

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A practical guide for organizations supporting young people in their transition to the workplace.

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A report discusses the different ways states are using ESSER funding for OST improvement.

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Rosenzweig has served as Camp Fire’s chief strategy officer for the past four years.

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The Democrat-controlled state Legislature overrode the Republican governor's veto of the Brattleboro charter change.

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Guides can help youth access opportunities and become active players in their community.

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Without R.I.S.E., “nobody would know that BMX is like a real sport,” Salomon said.

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A private opinion study helps show what Americans think about character education in schools.

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Jermaine Myrie succeeds outgoing CEO David Shapiro on April 24.

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Holly Whitfield begins work immediately leading the Savannah youth arts and leadership nonprofit.

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