Social media pressure. Identity. Racial unrest. Health issues. Politics. Climate change. Global economy. There is no shortage of stressors in today’s world—as if being a teen or adolescent wasn’t hard enough. Stress is a natural part of life, but it can take a detrimental toll on both our mental and...
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Julie Young, vice president of education outreach and student services and managing director, ASU Preparatory Academy and ASU Prep Digital, was listed as one of five education leaders of the year by AZBusiness Magazine. This bi-monthly magazine identifies and analyzes the trends and issues that impact Arizona’s business environment and...
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At ASU Prep Digital, we are committed not only to the academic success of our students, but to the student as a whole. In order to prepare students for college, careers, and life, we must first attend to their well-being. Many students face significant stressors in their lives, which can...
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Ask anyone what is one of the most memorable nights of high school and you’re likely to hear one word: Prom. Prom night is a right of passage. It’s a traditional year-end event signifying the culmination of four years of school and friendships. This month, more than 300 ASU Prep...
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#TransitioningTeachers #TeacherMentoring Teacher shortages are not new and they’re not solely due to the pandemic. However, the pace of teacher resignations has been accelerated by COVID-19 to the point where education sector resignations are dramatically outpacing other professions. The Wall Street Journal cites federal data to note that from January...
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With 1 in 5 adults in the United States having experienced mental illness, and one-half of all chronic mental illnesses beginning by age 14, it’s critical that support and education take the place of judgment. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and was established in 1949 to increase awareness of...
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