Category: Education and Empowerment

Erin Kirkland / Michigan Photography University of Michigan associate professor of kinesiology Dr. Rebecca Hasson. ABOUT GUESTS: Dr. Rebecca Hasson Dr. Rebecca Hasson is an Associate Professor of Movement Science in the University of Michigan School of Kinesiology. As Director of the University of Michigan Childhood Disparities Research Laboratory, Rebecca uses her expertise in exercise physiology, implementation science, and health equity research to improve the health and well-being of children and their families across the state. She has formed statewide partnerships to change classroom physical activity practices and policies and…

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Less than halfway through the year, 2024 has already broken the record for the most sex education bill proposals in state legislatures since at least 2018. At least 135 bills — the majority of which would place restrictions on sex education in K-12 public schools — have been introduced or are currently active as of April 12, according to a CNN analysis of data exclusively provided by SIECUS, the Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States, a non-profit organization advocating for comprehensive sex education in the United States.…

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Today, the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced new policy guidance and resources for states, Tribes, territories and local early childhood programs to promote the mental health and wellness of children, families and the early care and education workforce. These materials support President Biden’s Unity Agenda priority to tackle the mental health crisis, and are in line with his strategy for transforming mental health in the United States. “We are doing everything we can to support our nation’s children,…

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Causes and risk factors Most developmental disabilities are thought to be caused by a complex mix of factors. These factors include genetics; parental health and behaviors (such as smoking and drinking) during pregnancy; complications during birth; infections the mother might have during pregnancy or the baby might have very early in life; and exposure of the mother or child to high levels of environmental toxins, such as lead. For some developmental disabilities, such as fetal alcohol syndrome, which is caused by drinking alcohol during pregnancy, we know the cause. But…

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Boulder, CO – May 1, 2024 – Senior product design students Jessie Moyar and Sarah Fitzpatrick from CU Boulder’s Environmental Products of Design major unveil their innovative learning aids designed for Mapleton Montessori school’s playground. Developed with guidance from Right Relationship Boulder, a non-profit organization dedicated to integrating Indigenous knowledge into education, and the Center for Native and Indigenous Studies at CU Boulder, “Who Walks Among Us?” represents a groundbreaking addition to early childhood education. Inspired by the need to address stereotypes and outdated curricula surrounding Indigenous cultures, Moyar and…

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