Rules for Engagement
The Rules for Engagement blog explored the nonacademic issues that bear on students’ learning. This blog is no longer being updated, but you can continue to explore these issues on edweek.org by visiting our related topic pages: social-emotional learning, student well-being, and school climate.
Education
Social Relationships and Math: A Researcher Looks Inside One Classroom
A University of Illinois at Chicago researcher shows how girls' social relationships may influence their opportunities to learn in mathematics.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Ed. Dept. Issues Guidance on Access to Records of Students in Foster Care
The Education Department ramped up its efforts today to increase educational stability for children in the foster care system.
School Climate & Safety
'My Brother's Keeper' Initiative Outlines Priorities
A presidential task force cites key points in the lives of young men of color that deserve special focus, including early-childhood support and graduating high school ready for college.
Student Well-Being & Movement
House School Meal Waiver Plan Survives Amendment Attempt
If it becomes law, the waiver plan would let some schools opt out of heightened nutrition standards next year.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Collaborative Aims to Help Children's Groups Speak the Same Language
The collaborative includes a group of national and local organizations.
School Climate & Safety
Newtown Parent Says Father of Isla Vista Victim Is Now Part of 'Extended Family'
Both fathers have advocated for changes to gun laws.
Education
The Absolute Best School Climate Blogging (This Week)
This week, we read how video games can promote a growth mind-set, we learn about the effects of trauma exposure on the brains of children in Oakland, and more.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Full Waivers From School Meal Standards Not Included in Senate Proposal
Senate panel's amendment includes a plan to provide training for schools to comply with student nutrition standards.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Are Schools Ready for New Competitive Foods Standards?
Authors of a new study analyzed state policies on school snacks to see if they match new USDA regulations.
School Climate & Safety
Grants Will Help Identify Effective School Safety and Climate Measures
Eligible education and research organizations can apply for federal grants to implement and study school safety programs.
Student Well-Being & Movement
USDA Grants Flexibility in Meeting Its Whole-Grain Requirement
The flexibility comes as Congress considers allowing some districts to opt out of school nutrition standards.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Waivers From Nutrition Standards Included in Agriculture Budget Proposal
The proposal would require the waivers for districts that can demonstrate at least six months of net revenue loss from compliance.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Chocolate Milk Almost Accidentally Banned in Connecticut Schools
Sodium limits for school beverages included in a state bill would have ruled out chocolate milk, but Gov. Dannel Malloy says that won't happen.
Education
The Absolute Best School Climate Blogging (This Week)
This week, we read about at the non-academic supports necessary to help some poor students get a college degree, the problem of adolescent depression, how status offenses feed young people into the criminal justice system, and more.