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Do Bad Teeth Equal Bad Grades?

Mike Adams — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 18:43:32 +0000

There are some obvious pitfalls for those children with bad teeth, including self-esteem issues, poor quality of life, and uncontrollable pain.

However, a new study suggests that kids walking around with busted-out, rotten grills may actually suffer more academically.

See the Banana Jocks' Most Embarrassing School Pictures

Tree Riddle — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 15:23:06 +0000

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!

New Research Reveals Overweight Teens Get Bad Grades

Mike Adams — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:59:19 +0000

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.

How Much Is the Tooth Fairy Paying These Days?

Mike Adams — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:31:52 +0000

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.

10 Things You Shouldn't Do On Your First Day of School — The Funnies

Jo Pincushion — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 18:27:36 +0000

It’s time to hit the books again. Summer is officially over, and the time for learning is at hand. We know it’s a bummer, but don’t fret because this year is going to be great. You need to make a great first impression on the first day of school. That means you should be on [...]

Would You Let Your Child Undergo Plastic Surgery If It Could Prevent Bullying? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 15:00:19 +0000

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. Recently Nadia Ilse, a 14-year-old girl in Georgia, was given complimentary plastic surgery so she could pin back the ears that had [...]

New Research Suggests Working Parents Are Not Focused On Raising Healthy Kids

Mike Adams — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 14:00:15 +0000

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. The study conducted by [...]

Female High School Quarterback Scores Touchdown for Girls Everywhere

Tom Barrabi — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 18:24:05 +0000

In Broward County, Florida, telling an athlete that they “throw like a girl” is about to become a compliment. Meet Erin DiMeglio, a 17-year-old senior at South Plantation High School and a quarterback for the Paladins varsity football team. A college basketball prospect, Erin initially tried flag football as a way to stay in shape [...]

Temper Tantrums in Children Could Be a Sign of Serious Problems

Mike Adams — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 19:22:46 +0000

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. However, a new study finds that maybe we shouldn’t act so [...]

10 Things You Should Never Say to Your Teacher — The Funnies

Jo Pincushion — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 14:19:34 +0000

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. Saying the wrong thing it might ruin your chances of classroom stardom, however. Here are 10 things you should never say to your teacher: 1. I love you. 2. Those who do, [...]

Can We Learn Even When We're Asleep?

Shauna Wright — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:25:48 +0000

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. Researchers from the Weizmann Institute found using a combination of sounds and smells actually makes our subconscious minds stand up and pay attention, which means we [...]

Should Kids Be Fined for Skipping School?

Shauna Wright — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 17:38:51 +0000

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?

If You're Looking for Better Grades, Make Sure to Get Some Sleep

Shauna Wright — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 19:45:41 +0000

Parents who admire their kids’ late-night study habits might be better off encouraging them to get some shut-eye instead — new research suggests well-rested students fare better academically. After UCLA researchers tracked 500 high school students to see how sleep affected their grades, they found that the older the kids got, the more impact sleep [...]

The 10 Best Back-to-School Apps Will Have You at the Head of the Class

Maura Chwastyk — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 14:53:37 +0000

The weather might be more ice cream trucks and long days at the pool, but the calendar is inching towards yellow buses and new backpacks. Every parent knows about back to school clothes and back-to-school supplies, but nowadays, back-to-school apps are just as important. The best news is there are just as many apps to [...]

Should Kids Be Rewarded with Prizes Just for Going to School?

Shauna Wright — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 14:32:33 +0000

Laying the groundwork for a successful future should be reason enough for children to go to school — but for some districts with poor attendance rates, they’ve had to sweeten the pot.

Is It Better to Buy School Supplies Online? — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 15:35:41 +0000

Shopping online can incredibly convenient, but should you do it for basic school supplies? That depends on what’s more important to you: time or money. According to a new study from customer service rating firm StellaService, consumers will cough up less cash overall by going the brick-and-mortar route, but the shopping itself will take a [...]

Detroit Bribes Kids with Free Pair of Shoes to Get Them to Come to School

Mike Adams — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 14:02:07 +0000

There is no better motivation to get kids to show up for school quite like some good old fashion bribery, right? Well, the city of Detroit seems to think so. Thanks to a generous donation of Nike shoes they plan to do it. In an attempt to get as many students to come to class [...]

Do School Food Laws Help Kids Lose Weight?

Shauna Wright — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 19:00:26 +0000

In an effort to curb rising child obesity rates, many states across the US have limited the unhealthy foods that kids can buy at school — and new evidence shows it could be paying off. Researchers followed more than 6,000 fifth and eighth-grade students in 40 states and found those who lived in states with [...]

Should Kids Go to School Year-Round? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 17:47:34 +0000

The two-and-a-half-month summer vacation that kids get was a mid-19th century compromise between rural school districts, which had children who needed to help out on the family farm, and urban districts, which often dealt with extreme heat in the summer. These days, air conditioning can solve the heat problem and there are far fewer farms which [...]

Kick Ass on Campus With the Ultimate College Survival Guide

Tree Riddle — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 20:22:28 +0000

Whether you're headed to college as a freshman or third year senior, your quality of life will no doubt be improved by this list of things you won't believe you lived without.