To understand why women have been under-represented in science and engineering, experts looked to math proficiency among female students. Thirty years ago, there were 13 boys for every girl who scored above 700 on the SAT math exam at age 13. As of 2010, that ratio had shrunk to about 3 to 1. The increase in the number of girls identified as “mathematically gifted” stemmed largely from educators making a point of bringing the mathematics conversation to girls. Photo by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay. Girls and science: A rising tide In the ever-changing world of education, school districts are increasing science education in the early grades to create... Back to School 12 Aug 2023 | 07:34
Participants in the Jewish Foundation for the Righteous’s 2023 European Study Program pose with Daniel Lawton, center, deputy chief of mission at the U.S. Embassy in Poland. (Photo provided) Teachers learn more about the Holocaust Two Sussex County residents who teach about the Holocaust spent part of their summers learning more about their subject.... Back to School 10 Aug 2023 | 05:16
Make Mealtime a Cinch with a Simple, Tasty Salad Weeknights filled with after-school activities, social events, family commitments and more can make eating nutritious meals... Back to School 08 Aug 2023 | 03:04
Supporting Teachers: four ways to help lighten the burden for educators Teachers are more than leaders in their classrooms, they are leaders in the communities they serve, committed to educating... Back to School 09 Aug 2023 | 01:10
Preparing Your Children for Kindergarten Being ready for kindergarten is about far more than writing names and reciting the ABCs. It is also about building a foundation... Back to School 08 Aug 2023 | 03:00
Meal-Prep Tips for a Manageable Back-to-School Menu The hustle and bustle of back-to-school season can cause chaos in households. Class time, field trips and homework typically... Back to School 08 Aug 2023 | 02:56
Fuel for Full Days of Learning Between morning routines, days spent in the classroom, extracurriculars and homework, it may seem like there’s never enough... Back to School 08 Aug 2023 | 02:52
Simplify School Nights with Easy, Cheesy Meals Putting a delicious, kid-friendly meal on the table in an hour or less is goal No. 1 for many families. When the hectic schedules... Back to School 08 Aug 2023 | 02:48
5 Tips to Set Your Kids Up for Back-to-School Success Whether you’re dreading hectic school-day schedules or excited for kids to be back in the classroom, most parents agree the... Back to School 08 Aug 2023 | 02:35
Teach kids kindness and gratitude with thank you notes Nearly 60% of Americans say they send thank you notes at least occasionally to show their appreciation for a gift or favor,... Back to School 03 Aug 2023 | 11:08
School bus safety tips Back to School season is here, and that means school buses are back on the road. School buses are one of the safest ways... Back to School 09 Aug 2023 | 01:18
Some screen time for preschoolers won’t hurt their development, study finds This story was produced by The Hechinger Report, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news outlet focused on education. Is screen time... Back to School 23 Aug 2023 | 01:48
Trial finds cheaper, quicker way to tutor young kids in reading This story was produced by The Hechinger Report, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news outlet focused on education. After a year of... Back to School 23 Aug 2023 | 01:52
Pups explore Wantage Dog Park. Photo by Jeremy Hubbard. A bone to pick: Local dog park etiquette and safety Forty-four percent of Americans are dog owners, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. “You can make a... Local News 26 May 2023 | 02:10
Lisa Thompson of West Milford wants to know if soil and mulch bags go with the other plastic film back to the store? ( Photo provided) When in doubt, give a shout In the interest of becoming ever-better recyclers, we’ve launched a new mini-column. If you’re not sure about something,... Local News 26 May 2023 | 04:04
