Michigan State

Columbus, OH

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            What can we learn from letting seventh graders take the SAT?In the 1960s, psychologist Julian Stanley realized that if you took the best-testing seventh graders from around the country and gave them standard college entry exams, those kids would score, on average, about as well as the typical college-bound high school senior. However, the seventh graders who scored as well or better than high schoolers, Stanley found, had off-the-charts aptitude in quantitative, logical, and spatial reasoning. 

A study has been following 'gifted' kids for 45 years. Here's what we've learned.

The Guardian

Marlena Robbins believes psilocybin could help treat mental health and addiction issues among Native Americans

Magic mushrooms helped a Navajo woman deal with trauma. Now she wants to help others 

For parents keeping an eye on their child's growth and development, the milestones matter. Doctors track when babies roll over or take their first steps to monitor growth, teachers track when children can use scissors or read as checkpoints for their learning, and parents celebrate all the big moments along the way. But more parents are now celebrating "inchstones" instead.

Are Inchstones the New Milestones in Parenting?

If your child/children received free or reduced meals this past school year, they are eligible for a new program called Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT), also known as SUN Bucks, which helps households buy food during the summer when school is out. Your children will automatically be enrolled in the program. You do not need to apply.

Low-Income MEVSD Families Eligible For Summer EBT Benefits

Tractor Supply, a retail chain of stores that sells home renovation, livestock, and agricultural products, has announced major shifts to its environmental, social, and governance programs. These changes include eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) jobs, withdrawing carbon emission goals, and reversing its support for the LGBTQ community. Shifts in...

Tractor Supply Abandons DEI and Climate Goals, Ends LGBTQ Support — Here’s Why

NBC News

The Senate Special Committee on Aging is launching an investigation into A Place for Mom, the country’s largest for-profit senior care referral service, which has been accused of steering people toward facilities with documented safety and regulatory violations while collecting lucrative commissions. Committee Chair Bob Casey, D-Pa., sent a...

Senate probes A Place for Mom, referral service accused of putting seniors at risk

Poet Alicia Cook courageously shares her story of mental health, substance use, and grief. DHHS reports that 1.6 million people had an opioid use disorder in the last year. Research shows that people with mental health issues are at risk for nonmedical use of opioids. Over half of adults do...

A Poet’s Perspective on Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

The 74

In 35 states, students have a right to attend high school until at least age 20; a 74 investigation revealed a 19-year-old was repeatedly turned away. “He is not going to achieve the end result: He is never going to finish high school in the time he has.” – registrar “Does he speak good English?” […]

Hundreds of High Schools Wrongfully Refused Entry to Older, Immigrant Student

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Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

The global economic collapse is adversely affecting relationships. Some zodiac signs are struggling to pick partners who will stand by them when they are financially unstable. The zodiac greatly affects people’s character. However, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when choosing a lover. Select someone who is understanding and you are compatible. This might be time-consuming but it is worth it. Which reliable zodiac signs are ideal to start a long-term relationship with?

4 Zodiac Signs Who Always Stand Up For Their Partner

Cinemablend

Here are reasons why Prayers for Bobby is a must-watch LGBTQ+ drama.

Why Prayers For Bobby Is A Must-Watch LGBTQ+ Drama

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Governor Gavin Newsom announced, June 28, that 1,700 first-generation homebuyers have been conditionally approved for the Dream For All (DFA) Shared Appreciation Loan program.

CalHFA issues all 1,700 vouchers for down payment assistance program

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Nebraska State

Fremont, NE

Nebraska Examiner

FREMONT, Nebraska — A near-packed auditorium turned out for a conference here Tuesday aimed at offering Nebraska employers strategies to integrate immigrants and refugees into their workforce. The draw of more than 200 participants was an encouraging sign to organizers including the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce, which has ramped up efforts to promote foreign-born workers […]
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Nebraskans explore ways to woo immigrant workers

Kelso, WA

The Mirror US

The teen took just one day off a week, volunteering any remaining time to his community service program after earning a near perfect GPA and being elected class president

Homeless student living in shelter and working two jobs wins full-ride scholarship to college

To be a leader in dental office management, you must develop strong leadership skills. Each dental office manager I speak with in the dental office managers community has a unique story about how they found their way into dental and how they acquired their skills. During my 22 years of meeting with dental office managers from throughout the US, I’ve identified seven characteristics of strong dental office managers and what it takes to become a dental office manager.

Do you have the qualities of a great dental office manager?

Hannah Maruyama says she wouldn't be nearly as happy — or successful — at work as she is now if she followed any of the career advice she was given in her teens and 20s. Teachers told her she "wouldn't get far" without going to college and getting a bachelor's degree. Friends warned her against switching jobs too often.

29-year-old ex-bartender landed $100,000 'dream job' without a degree by ignoring this common career advice

The Hill

Story at a glance Hunger worsens in the summer for many children who rely on school lunches for regular meals when class is in session. A new federal program aims to help mitigate that “summer food gap” by offering funds for millions of families to put toward groceries.   Some families have begun to get…

What to know about the new SUN Bucks food assistance program

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

Colorado State

The Finance and Governance Committee of the Denver City Council voted Tuesday to ask voters whether the U.S. citizenship requirement for police and firefighters should be dropped.

Committee OKs removing citizenship requirement for police, firefighters in Denver

NewsBreak

The Sunset Project Awards Local Artistic Youth Grants for Future Projects

The Sunset Project offers artistic grants to teen and young adult artists that are looking to further their artistic expression. According to the National Endowment for...

The Sunset Project Awards Local Artistic Youth Grants for Future Projects

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