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Back to School
Back to School
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See the Banana Jocks’ Most Embarrassing School Pictures
September 7, 2012 Lasers, two-toned mullets, glasses, MC Hammer pants, the Banana air staff has all of that and more in this collection of terrible yearbook photos from our past. Check them out here!
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New Research Reveals Overweight Teens Get Bad Grades
There are many dangers that can come from being an overweight or obese teenager, including the risk of developing chronic conditions like heart disease, Type-2 diabetes and stroke.
However, new research indicates that teens suffering from obesity might be at risk for acquiring more than just poor health, but lower school grades as well.
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How Much Is the Tooth Fairy Paying These Days?
Some of us can remember a time when losing a tooth meant that we might find some spare change underneath our pillows the following morning.
However, according to a recent survey by credit card company Visa, the days of a fallen chomper being worth chump change are long gone.
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10 Things You Shouldn’t Do On Your First Day of School — The Funnies
It’s time to hit the books again. Summer is officially over, and the time for learning is at hand.
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Would You Let Your Child Undergo Plastic Surgery If It Could Prevent Bullying? — Survey of the Day
Bullying has been around forever, but it’s really come to the forefront over the last few years with experts and educators weighing in with different ways to solve this problem that affects so many kids.
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New Research Suggests Working Parents Are Not Focused On Raising Healthy Kids
Many moms today are cursed with having to put in more hours at the office to feed the kids, but a new study suggests that those moms working full-time time jobs to put food on the table are actually not paying close enough attention to their children’s dietary and fitness requirements.
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Female High School Quarterback Scores Touchdown for Girls Everywhere
In Broward County, Florida, telling an athlete that they “throw like a girl” is about to become a compliment.
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Temper Tantrums in Children Could Be a Sign of Serious Problems
Witnessing a temper tantrum oozing from the sticky mouth of a spoiled little whipper-snapper is not only a less than desirable experience, but it also carries enough nerve-bending weight to turn us adults into the Jimmy Hoffa of the local cherry red behind union.
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10 Things You Should Never Say to Your Teacher — The Funnies
It’s time to go back to school. It’s time to hit the books. Nothing is going to stop you from being head of the class.
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Can We Learn Even When We’re Asleep?
All-night cram sessions are commonplace for students. But even though we know being sleep-deprived could be counter-productive, it seems learning doesn’t have to stop just because we nod off.
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Should Kids Be Fined for Skipping School?
You may already know some lucky kids are being rewarded with things like shoes, iPads and even cars just for showing up to school. But if they don’t, is it fair to fine them — and their parents?