Teen Articles
To say that the 10th grade FCAT is important to any Florida high school student would be an understatement. This tests along with other factors....
Florida 2007 Presidential Scholars Finalists
The 2007 Presidential scholars have been announced and Florida has 2 finalists. Two of these finalists are from the Tampa Bay area. &n....
Teen CEO Finds Blend Between School and Coffee Business
(NewsUSA) - On his lunch hour, Tyler Ornstein makes business calls on his cell phone, coordinates with poten....
Teaching Young Kids How To Save
I'm a big saver. I started saving young, putting my money in an old Nestl? Quick tin, carefully hoarding all that I collected from birthday, or....
One parent's creative way to stop the bickering
When my middle children were 3 and 4 years old, they used to fight a lot. Having grown up with siblings who are at least 8 years younger than m....
The Florida Association of Realtors offers a total of $106,000 in scholarship awards
ORLANDO, Fla., December 2006 -- Florida high school seniors: Are you filling out college applications and poring over potential scholarship pro....
Engineering Contests Foster Student Talent
(NewsUSA) - Imagine if you could take the satisfaction you get from helping others and solving problems and tu....
Moving To a New City with Kids
Moving to a new city can be stressful on an adult and on a child. But you can make it a new adventure too. Having a positive attitude and making ....
Florida Schools Flying High On Last Year’s Middle Schools Success
The 2005-2006 school year was a tremendous success for the Florida schools, especially at the middle school level. The Florida schools’ ed....
Less TV, Fewer Videos Help Keep Weight in Check
(NewsUSA) - Every day, 8- to 18-year-olds spend, on average, nearly four hours watching TV or videos, more tha....
Toys for Tots: A History Steeped in Service
(NewsUSA) - If the holidays overwhelm you, think about how that jolly old soul with the red suit and white bea....
Simple Steps Can Keep Families Healthy During Cold and Flu
(NewsUSA) - With the flu vaccine shortage, parents are searching for answers on how to keep their children hea....
Disney Cruise Line Offers Fun-Filled Activities for Kids of All Ages
CELEBRATION, Fla. -- Aboard Disney Cruise Line, it's good to be a kid. Both the Disney Magic and the Disney Wonder have ne....
Teenagers Rule on Disney Cruise Line
CELEBRATION, Fla. -- On a Disney Cruise Line vacation, guests ages 13 to 17 have their very own spot -- The Stack (Disney Magic) and ....
Behaviors May Indicate Risk of Adolescent Depression
(May 15,2006)New findings from a study supported by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), National Institutes of Health, show....
Materials Help Youth Evaluate Media Messages, Make Food, Activity Choices
(May 24,2006)A new after-school program helps kids interpret the numerous messages they receive every day to make healthier choices ....
Parents Can Now Access Student Scores on the FCAT Parent Network
TALLAHASSEE(May 3,2006)— Governor Jeb Bush and Education Commissioner John L. Winn today announced that parents of third and twelfth grade....
Increase in Advanced Placement Performance and Participation
(February 9,2006)TALLAHASSEE - Governor Jeb Bush and Education Commissioner John L. Winn today announced that Florida continues to make impress....
Just Read, Florida! K-12 Recommended Summer Reading List
(May 15, 2006)TALLAHASSEE — Commissioner John L. Winn today urged Florida families to share the gift of reading during the summer break by....
Student Eligibility Options for New Academic Grant
(May 2, 2006)Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education today announced guidelines for current college students ....
Talking with Your Child's Teacher – 5 Tips for Success
Your child will have numerous teachers over the course of his/her school career. Effective communication between parents and teachers helps faci....
Teaching Student Drivers: 9 Tips To Keep Everyone Safe And Sane
I have had the experience of teaching several people how to drive. Some were youngsters, but I have also taught a few adults how to drive too. Let’....
Parenting Your Teenager: Teens and Money
The beginning of summer brings with it the first job for many teenagers. Most teens go into the work world ill-prepared to manage the money they wi....
