Academic performance of low-income Hispanic children is cause for concern
Commentary by Katherine Diaz The findings of a September 2017 study by the National Research Center on Hispanic Children & Families should give the Hispanic community cause for concern. Focused on the development and home environments of low-income Hispanic children in grades K-3, the study is noteworthy for several reasons. For starters, it revealed that […]
The origins of the Easter Bunny
By Chara Easter (observed on April 1 this year by non-Orthodox denominations) is typically considered a Christian holiday. But most of the festivities and symbols associated with the celebration come from pagan traditions, including one of its most iconic symbols – the Easter Bunny. According to tradition, the Easter Bunny delivers candy, toys and eggs […]
America’s Protectors
Understanding Education And Military Families (NAPSI)—America’s military service members make great sacrifices for our country—and for their own families—but are their kids getting what they need from our K−12 education system? A new national survey of service members, spouses and veterans looks at educational options for military families, their satisfaction and how their choices can […]
Frontier Schools event gives students insights into STEM-related careers
By Tere Siqueira Frontier Schools provided its students and other people insights into possible science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) careers on March 16, when it hosted its second annual KC STEM FEST at Union Station in Kansas City, Mo. The event featured exhibits from Frontier High School students, who had worked on their projects […]
Even young kids can contribute to saving for college
Commentary by Eulogio JP College in the United States costs a fortune. Tuition has increased so much during the past few decades that most middle-class families can no longer afford to pay their kids’ college tuition, unless they started saving when their kids were toddlers or newborns. Fortunately, there are many creative ways to contribute […]
There are alternatives to college
Commentary by Eulogio JP In the United States, parents and schools push high school students to go to college. However, college isn’t for everyone – especially in the United States, where it can cost a fortune. This must-go-to-college culture is so strong that many Americans look down on those without a college degree. And many […]
The top five degrees for 2018
Commentary by Chara Picking a college major will shape your future. When deciding what to study, you should weigh multiple factors, including personal interests and earning potential. If you’re a student who’s having difficulty deciding, here are Dos Mundos’ recommendations for the top five degrees for 2018 that might help you: *Computer science: Technology is […]
Six tips to control the time children spend online
NAPSM If in your family there are any of the almost 51 million children who go to school in the United States, you will find the following information about Internet use quite interesting. As a way to help young students get the most out of the internet world, and to make sure they are safe […]
How to support your teen
Commentary by Katherine Diaz The latest mass shootings in the United States have caused a large-scale debate over current gun control laws. They’ve also caused a major phenomenon: Teens, now more than ever, are speaking as one and uniting against gun violence. To protect themselves and others, students have begun speaking out against further dangers […]
Teach your children a balanced use of technology
Commentary by Carey Juez-Perez, Licensed Clinical Social Worker American culture relies on technology. Technological devices provide our main sources of entertainment, communication and research information. At work, we use technology every day, whether it’s a computer, a cash register or equipment at a doctor’s office. Even schools have computers for children to research subjects, take […]