Teachers Forced to Fill Role of School Social Workers
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document.write("Public News Service - August 25, 2010
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document.write("Lansing, MI - As Michigan teachers head back to the classroom, many are finding that they are being forced to perform the role of social worker for their students. Staff reductions in many districts have included the school social worker. Comments from Maxine Thome (THO-mah), executive director of National Association of Social Workers-Michigan chapter.
Some Back-to-School Products & \"Bounce Houses\" Spell Danger for MI Kids
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document.write("Public News Service - August 23, 2010
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document.write("Lansing, MI – Backpacks, lunchboxes, “bounce houses” ... many common products bought for Michigan kids to go back to school or play in contain chemicals deemed to be unhealthy, even in small amounts, according to Mike Schade (SHADE) the PVC campaign coordinator for the Center for Health, Environment & Justice, but the good news is, there are other options.
New Lesson for MI Classrooms: Teaching Social Skills
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document.write("Public News Service - August 16, 2010
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document.write("Lansing, MI - A growing number of teachers and therapists in Michigan and elsewhere are finding more children lack basic social behavior skills. Some schools are incorporating social skills lessons into their education either through the expertise of their counselors or through third party resources. Comments from therapist Kristen Wynns and Rob Heller, founder of Boost Kids, a program that teaches kids these basic skills.
Michigan’s Foster Teens Gather for Life Skills Lessons
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document.write("Public News Service - June 21, 2010
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document.write("Lansing, MI - Teens in foster care are gathering this week on the campus of Central Michigan University to spend two days learning basic skills needed to live on their own. The annual conference is geared toward helping teens transition out of foster care and into the adult world where many of them will be without support. Comments from Laura Mitchell, event coordinator.
Thousands Across Michigan Rally for Education
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document.write("Public News Service - May 24, 2010
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document.write("Lansing, MI - Rallies are scheduled in 40 Michigan communities today (Monday) to send a message to legislators about funding for K-12 education funding. Organizers say lawmakers are devaluing education and students without finding solutions to the funding crisis. Comments from Doug Pratt, spokesperson for the Michigan Education Association.