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The number of cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is continuing to increase across the globe. While most children haven’t experienced the infection firsthand, they have all been exposed to life changes and stresses. Children have been faced with the closure of in person classes at schools during the spring semester. They also had to cope with …

Practical List for Creating Opportunities for Social Interaction during COVID-19 Read More »

COVID-19 has made for a chaotic spring semester, with over 1.5 billion children out of school worldwide. Perhaps the most alarming aspect of COVID-19 is its effect on subsequent school years. In addition to higher stress levels and decreased social interactions, students are experiencing a steep decline in learning and retention because of school closures; …

Learning Loss & COVID-19 Read More »

As the number of cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) increases across the globe, there is a growing sense of insecurity, stress, and anxiety. As part of the response to the virus, people all over the world must stay home and loosen their social bonds. The growing sense of insecurity, stress, and anxiety, coupled with prolonged …

Maintaining Mental Health during COVID-19 Read More »

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) has come under fire recently, as the Texas Education Agency (TEA) threatens to take over HISD’s elected board of officials. Parents and educators are concerned about the future of Houston’s public schools. Is HISD losing its accreditation? Will they close campuses? What does this mean for students who reside …

What’s Happening with HISD? Read More »

Your teacher walks in. Surprise! Today, you will be taking a pop quiz. Let’s survey the room and take in the different responses.  Some students will object and feel a rush of anger. Without much success, they will list the reasons as to why the teacher should postpone the quiz. “We are not prepared.” “You …

Controlling Fight, Flight, or Freeze Read More »