Health & Safety
Unlock the potential of a well-rounded education with our Health & Safety section dedicated to the world of education.
Delve into a collection of insightful articles that shed light on important aspects of health and safety in educational environments. From promoting physical well-being and mental health, to ensuring a secure and nurturing atmosphere, discover strategies, tips, and best practices to safeguard the well-being of students and educators alike. Join us as we navigate the intersection of health, safety, and education, empowering schools and individuals to create flourishing learning environments where everyone can thrive.
- Feb- 2020 -25 February
What schools SHOULD do about teen vaping
Hysteria or genuine concern? A survey of 30,000 Year 10 students examined how prevalent teen vaping was in 2019. Schools…
Read More » - 18 February
Creative toolbox helps teachers and children after Australian bush fires
The Banksia Initiative met in Sydney, with a practical arts-based workshop on the second day for around 50 teachers. A webinar for…
Read More » - 3 February
Perfectionistic students get higher grades, but at what cost?
By being aware of these characteristics, parents and teachers can more easily identify and highlight the differences between reasonable, achievable…
Read More » - Jan- 2020 -28 January
New youth vaping study splits opinion
While there's no 'epidemic' in NZ, Māori health advocates remain concerned and have called for government action.
Read More » - Dec- 2019 -10 December
Op-Ed: How LGBT+ students can thrive at school
Bullying, and the stress it produces, is linked to the overall higher rates of mental health issues
Read More » - Nov- 2019 -18 November
Sense of belonging at school key to LGBT students’ success
These students are also more resistant to the negative effects of bullying on achievement than their heterosexual peers.
Read More » - 12 November
Principals struggle to obtain help for children
"Help needed to deal with the results of trauma and abuse of the kids in our schools..."
Read More » - Oct- 2019 -29 October
Some people benefit from being naturally mentally tough, but it can be taught to those who aren’t
The saying that “whatever doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” is simplistic, disingenuous, and potentially destructive.
Read More » - 29 October
How can schools support trans and non-binary students?
New data questions how well schools safeguard trans and non-binary students.
Read More » - Sep- 2019 -17 September
Physical activity as homework works, new study shows
Auckland and Dunedin primary schools implemented Healthy Homework, an eight-week programme of applied homework and in-school teaching designed to increase…
Read More » - 3 September
Trial of free school lunch scheme splits opinion
The free lunch trial announced by the government is a step in the right direction but the government needs to…
Read More » - Aug- 2019 -26 August
Have you spoken about substance use lately?
What can schools do to prevent or delay substance use?
Read More » - 26 August
School students think smoking weed is better than cigarettes
Do you agree with them? They think their parents would.
Read More » - 20 August
Weaving wellbeing into your school
Because your school has its own unique culture and community, there is no one ‘copy and paste’ template to embed…
Read More » - 13 August
Teachers’ expectations help students to work harder, but can also reduce enjoyment and confidence – new research
There is pressure to perform certain tasks, conform to uniform standards and to achieve one’s full potential. Then there are…
Read More » - 12 August
Op-Ed: Teach kids the value of their data
Facebook has been buying personal data from 13-year-olds for $20 per month: teenagers need to be better informed.
Read More » - 6 August
Mentoring programme engaging vulnerable youth
Young people struggle to regulate their behaviour and emotions, which is often the result of accumulated trauma, "but that’s all…
Read More » - Jul- 2019 -15 July
Anti-Bullying: Create a safe school environment
One Invercargill mother made headlines for organising an anti-bullying protest after a bullying incident at her daughter’s school, Aurora College,…
Read More » - Jun- 2019 -24 June
Children have fun playing sports and don’t need to satisfy adults’ ambitions
Participation rates by adolescents have been declining and recent statistics released by the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) show a 60%…
Read More » - 17 June
13-year-old student petitions for primary school counsellors
After a teenage friend " jumped in front of a train last year", 13-year-old Sinead Latimer has bravely committed to…
Read More » - May- 2019 -15 May
Bullying behaviour won’t thrive in positive school environments
It’s a chance for every child and young person to celebrate what makes them and others unique, whether that’s talents,…
Read More » - 7 May
Wellbeing: What’s it about?
We need to be mindful that giving everything for others and leaving nothing in the tank for ourselves can leave…
Read More » - Apr- 2019 -30 April
One in three high-school students spends too much time on social media
The insight comes from CensusAtSchool TataurangaKiTeKura, a non-profit, online educational project that brings statistics to life in both English and…
Read More » - 8 April
The importance of sports in recovery from trauma: lessons from and for Christchurch
In contrast to competitive sports, informal sports like parkour, skateboarding and surfing offer participants an opportunity to gain a sense…
Read More » - 8 April
Socio-economic data shows low decile schools holding own
"About 85 percent of [schools] are doing a really good job and a comparable job so all the differences come…
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