Talking About Kids Grades as a School Success Yardstick
The author argues grades are poor indicators of a child’s overall learning and proposes focusing on four process elements attendance behavior work completion and effort. A weekly feedback form for teachers is recommended, with Dick Socwell of Cedar Rapids noted as a psychologist.
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Dick Socwell
Cedar Rapids
Lying Across Society Cited By Psychologist
In Carson California AP report Dr Beverly Palmer of CSU says lying is common and ranges from small falsehoods to deliberate deceit. She outlines two types falsifying information and concealment and notes lies stem from insecurity and fear, harming trust in relationships and requiring repair efforts.
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Palmer
How to Raise Kids and the Working Mother Debate
Column urges that working mothers do not harm infant welfare and that both parents sharing care can work. It analyzes babysitter quality, recommends part time work after birth, and stresses financial planning, realistic expectations, and moral alignment between family and caregiver.
Dear Abby: Obese Niece Needs Help Across Distance
Dear Abby advised the concerned Florida aunt that obesity may mask deeper issues and that you cannot rescue a person who refuses help. She suggested offering to pay for a medical visit if the niece ever chooses to seek help and noted the distant Long Island connection.
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Abigail van Buren
Universal Press Syndicate
Abby
Long Island
N.Y
Florida
Glen Ellyn
Mount Morris
Bicentennial trees sought in local woodlands
Lightly used woodlots may host bicentennial trees. Citizens with a large tree can notify city or county forestry departments. Staff measure circumference at 41 feet 4 inches, estimate height via a yardstick, and gauge crown spread from branch tips across the trunk.
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