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More than 160,000 children nationwide miss school every day out of fear of being bullied, according to the National Education Association. CAES News
Take note of cyber bullies 06/22/11
Once upon a time, it seemed like the school bully was best known for stealing lunch money and picking on other kids. Today, the news is full of stories about how the modern bully has moved from the lunchroom to the Internet. While the majority of schools now have policies in place about both bullying and technology use in the classroom, bullies who use their home computers may not have the same restrictions.
P.R.I.D.E. trains teens, and their parents, to be better drivers. CAES News
UGA Extension helps train teens to hit the road 06/22/11 Jamie Woodhead
The thought of teenage drivers strikes fear into the hearts of parents everywhere. The dangers of talking on the cell phone or texting while driving adds even more worry.
Young boy learning to write his name. May 2010. CAES News
Help students tackle homework with a few expert tips 06/22/11 April Reese Sorrow
Although dreaded by most students, homework is an essential part of the learning process. University of Georgia experts say developing a routine, creating a study space and being available for help are the keys to student success with homework.
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Overscheduling – what is too much? 06/22/11 April Reese Sorrow
Hustling your child from ballet recitals to T-ball games and scouting events to theatre rehearsal may not be the best way to raise a well-rounded child, says a University of Georgia child development specialist.
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Rules, boundaries and routines 06/22/11 April Reese Sorrow
Making rules, establishing boundaries and setting routines can be challenging for both parents and teachers. But children need rules to guide them, boundaries to give them a sense of safety and routines to give daily life predictability, according to a University of Georgia child development expert.
Get kids involved in community service by learning what they are interested in. Making the world a cleaner place is a place to start. CAES News
Getting kids involved in community service 06/22/11 April Reese Sorrow
Getting kids involved in community service is a great way to teach them about the world around them. To be successful, start by including children in activities that interest you, learning what they care about and connecting to other groups with similar interests, says a University of Georgia child development expert.
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Georgia drought reaches highest level 06/22/11 David E. Stooksbury, Ph.D.
Drought conditions continue to intensify across most of Georgia. Since the end of May, conditions in the southern two-thirds of the state have deteriorated from extreme to exceptional drought, the highest drought category. Portions of northwest Georgia have now entered moderate drought conditions.
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Georgia 4-H rooted in academics 06/22/11 Sharon Dowdy
For many Georgians, the words “4-H” bring to mind club meetings and trips to Rock Eagle, the mountains or the beach for camp. But it’s about much more, says a Georgia 4-H program expert.
Alpharetta Elementary 4th graders from left Joey Santoro, 10, and Neal Seaman, 10, search a stream for life during environmental education at Washega 4H camp in Dahlonega, Thursday, April 28, 2005. CAES News
4-H offers environmental education 06/22/11
As summer transitions into fall, students across Georgia return to their classrooms. Whether those classrooms are virtual, at home, or in a brick-and-mortar school, learning can occur anywhere. The Georgia 4-H Environmental Education Program uses nature as a classroom for students across the Southeast.