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Who Knew it? It's International Youth Day on August 12th

Student Mental Health: Canadian teachers call for more resources and professional development in schools.
A new study just reported in the Canadian Teachers Federation publication gives us some sobering information about what teachers think about mental health in young people and their ability to address that in the school setting.

Spoiled Rotten (Recommended Article)

A lack of discipline is apparent these days in just about every aspect of American society.  Why this should be is a much larger question, one to ponder as we take out the garbage and tie our kids shoes.  Excellent article from the New Yorker.

Internet Safety Resource for Kids, Parents and Educators

The BeSmartOnline! Website is funded by the European Union and intended to help children, youth, parents and educators understand all the elements that lead to a safer online experience.  Recommended!

A Couple of Weeks Late for Canada Day

The National Anthem like you have never heard it - clever!  Thanks Mr. Lefebvre at Laidlaw.

Adobe Youth Voices Aspire Awards

The Adobe Youth Voices Aspire Awards celebrates the extraordinary work of young media artists from around the world by recognizing top talent in media production.  The winners are quite brilliant and can be found here.

Honesty

Shouldn't go unrewarded - cool and creative video.

Bullied Boys Four Times More Likely to Self-Harm

Boys who have been bullied are four more likely to self-harm, according to research.  Schools need to prioritize implementation of anti-bullying policies give the serious consequences and the reluctance of boys to seek help.

Kiss for a Rose

Serenade for a Kitty

Canadian Student Brings Her Foster Care Experiences to International Summit

Dawn Lamothe knows what it's like to be in a foster home.  And she wants to take her positive experience and help others achieve the same.  Lamothe, 21 was one of 30 youth from around the world at the International  Summit on Youth Care in Washington, D.C., last week.