How This Kolkata School Is Teaching Kids To Save the Planet
“We are surrounded by pollution, and it’s up to us to take action and protect our environment before it’s too late,” says 17-year-old Swastika Ghorai, a Class 11 student at Narayanpur High School. Her words embody the remarkable transformation at the school, once detached from biological concerns, but now a model of sustainability. Nestled in […]
Mastering Olympiad Exams: Essential Tips for Success
I. Understanding Olympiad Exams A. Overview of Olympiad Exams B. Exam Structure and Format C. Benefits of Participating in Olympiad Exams II. Building a Strong Study Plan A. Setting Clear Goals B. Creating a Study Schedule C. Selecting Appropriate Resources III. Effective Study Techniques A. Active Learning Strategies B. Practice and Revision Methods C. Utilizing […]
The Woman Who Built ‘Teach For India’ & Impacted Millions
“What do you want to grow up to be?” During my time as a volunteer at Teach For India, earlier this year, I posed the question to my class of 13-year-old boys in a public school in Delhi’s Chhatarpur. The next hour was filled with the noise of 15 pens putting ideas to ink. It […]
What Homeschooling for 5 Years Taught Me
“How much of what you studied in school do you put to use in life?” Hyderabad-based Vaishnavi Anantha (17) asks me. She takes my silence as a cue to go on. “I would spend eight hours a day in school, but even then, it didn’t feel like I had learnt much.” On most days, the […]
What It Means for Your Child’s Education
(Representational image above courtesy Shutterstock) The Odisha Government has officially announced the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 across all schools in the state. This move aims to enhance the educational landscape by focusing on multidisciplinary learning, skill development, and flexibility in education, as outlined in the policy issued by the Ministry of […]
Astrology, aspirin and your heart
One of many things to warm to from Richard Peto’s appearance on The Life Scientific (the programme radio with the title odd)… https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0003zth …was a re-telling of his argument with The Lancet when publishing findings about the beneficial effects of aspirin and other drugs in heart attack patients. Huge trial, uncontrovertible results, practical implications: great […]
Ex-Banker Inspires 1000s of Children To Fall In Love With Coding & Robotics
In today’s fast-paced world, technology is far more than just a tool, it’s a gateway to opportunity, offering young minds the chance to carve out future-ready careers. Yet, for countless children, especially those from underserved communities, this door remains locked, constrained by a lack of resources and mentorship. What if we could change that? What […]
Impact factor | SHEU: The Schools and Students Health Education Unit
I thought you might like hearing that Education and Health was specifically mentioned in hearings for California Senate Bill 328, a proposed bill that sets limits on how early the school day can start in the state. The bill passed the state senate, and is now moving through the assembly. Yesterday was a vital vote […]
Meet the 19-YO, Who Can Read, Write & Type 400 Languages
At just 19 years old, Mahmood Akram from Chennai has achieved what many consider impossible. With the ability to read, write, and type in 400 languages and speak 46 fluently, his journey speaks volumes about his passion for learning languages. Mahmood’s achievements have earned him world records, awards, and the respect of linguists around the […]
Self harm, sexual orientation and transgender
Year 10 students in 6 LAs, 2018 If you are worried or upset, which of these things do you (ever) do? Cut or hurt yourself (myself) N % All Y10 students 7737 10% Males 3743 5% Females 3847 13% Transgender 51 31% Other gender response 83 33% Gay / […]