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Schools Issues: Information on Bullying for Teachers, Parents and Students

One current schools issue that is getting the attention it deserves is bullying. Check this annotated list of links to some of the best bullying info online for parents, students and educators.

Friendships and Teenager Stress

Have you ever had a friend who made you feel like you could never measure up? Who put you down or said things about you behind your back? Read Ashley's story and what she learned about real friendship.

Does Music Education Make Kids Smarter?

Studies show that learning music improves spatial reasoning. Now that's music to parents' ears.

The Top Five Ways To Figure Out What I Want To Be When I Grow Up

It's not an easy choice, but these five strategies will help students (and parents helping students) narrow their options.

Your Future Is In College

Think college isn't for you? Think again. Compared to a high school diploma, a college degree could earn you more than $1 million in your lifetime, a cooler job and better job security. Get on the college track by taking the ...

What I Learned the Hard Way about Real Friends

Sometimes, it's hard to know who your real friends are. Chelsey Daniels learned how, the hard way. Read her story and her advice on choosing good friends.

What I Learned the Hard Way about a Parent Leaving

It's pretty tough when your parent decides to leave. You've probably got a lot of unanswered questions and you're probably feeling pretty bad about it. Megan Mitchell has been there too. She offers advice on how to deal.

Different Strokes: What To Do After High School

Are you trying to decide your path after high school? You may have more options than you think.

Know Your Odds: How Middle-School Kids Get Hurt

Sex, drugs and depression are all middle-school problems. Here's what parents can do to help.

Planning Ahead for Teens

What do I want to be when I grow up? It's a question on every teen's mind. Check out some ways that they can get ahead of the game.

An 'Ah-ha' Moment: Turning Points in Learning

An "Ah-ha" moment is a point in time when you understand something for the first time. That can be a turning point in learning.

Add Up the Savings

Get a formula for saving more than 25% off the cost of a four-year degree.

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