Simple ways to help children stay focused in school

Going back to school can bring both change and challenges, especially for children who have a hard time staying focuses. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says about 1 in 10 American children between the ages of 4 and 17 have been diagnosed at some point with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends children 6 and older...

Successful school year begins at home

Preparing for the school year begins at home prior to the first day of school. Kids get excited to shop for new clothes and meet up with friends, but their worries and concerns often go unnoticed in the excitement. Parents are a powerful influence on their child’s school year experience because a parent’s attitude directly affects their child’s.

Back-to-school 20-minute dinner

Back to school means schedules are about to get really hectic. The Nutrition Mom, Stephanie Merchant, stopped by FOX 26 Morning News Weekends to share one of her favorite 20-minute dinners.

Tax Free Weekend exemptions, exclusions, and safety

School is about start in about two weeks for local schools. Before the first bell rings, children are going to need school supplies, and that's where the Tax Free Weekend comes in.

Photos of teacher panhandling for school supplies go viral

An elementary school teacher in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is drawing worldwide attention because she has been panhandling for money to pay for school supplies.

HISD Board of Education approves 2017-2018 school year budget

The Houston Independent School District Board of Education on Thursday approved a 2017-2018 school year budget that includes almost $49 million in salary increases and $2.2 million for special education. The salary increases are designed to ensure the district is providing all employees with a competitive and livable wage, while the special education funding is designed to provide that...

Viral first and last day of school photos

Summer is almost upon us, and schools are letting out across the country. There’s also a popular viral trend that is bringing a smile to both students and parents on social media.

Teen student's service dog featured in high school yearbook

At Stafford High School in Fredericksburg, Virginia, a 4-year-old made it into the yearbook. Or 28 if you count dog years. “Alpha” is Andrew “A.J.” Schalk’s service dog, and was allowed to have his school photo directly next to his human owner. 

Eco-friendly 9-year-olds eliminating styrofoam from school

Two 9-year olds at East Montessori Charter School in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina showed their teachers they’re some pretty quick learners. Lyla and Katie are third graders, and recently learned about the negative effects of styrofoam on the planet.