January 20, 2017
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“Moderate screen use ‘boosts teen wellbeing’“ BBC Technology reports that it’s not all doom and gloom with teens and digital devices. Psychologists have found a “Goldilocks effect” where a few hours of device-use seems to boost mental wellbeing. Click for … Continue reading
January 20, 2017
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E-safety Support has disseminated this topical article from the TES – “Checking social media at night means that teenagers are constantly tired at school, academics say” – have a read!
January 16, 2017
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“It can be difficult to fit in physical activity when you have a busy schedule, but news stories have suggested that cramming in all your activity into the weekend could have the same benefits as regular exercise. We look behind … Continue reading
January 13, 2017
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“First it was too many calories. Then it was too much fat. Now there’s a full-on war on sugar, our latest dietary enemy No. 1.” Read this timely article from Vox to get the skinny on the sweet stuff. Sugar, … Continue reading
November 23, 2016
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A big issue many of us face is when we drop something on the floor and want to eat it. Do you follow the 5 second rule or the 3 second rule or if it’s touched the ground then it’s … Continue reading
November 15, 2016
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So often people think they are being courteous and well-mannered by opening doors for people, but are they doing it right? The following video from BBC Radio 4 will enlighten and inform the gracious and kind among us. http://bbc.in/2fyd10C Pictures: … Continue reading
November 8, 2016
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Scottish Interfaith Week is supported by local interfaith groups, the Scottish Government and Scotland’s religious leaders. The week provides a chance for individuals, local interfaith groups, faith communities and educational establishments across the country to plan events that bring people … Continue reading
November 3, 2016
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[Article by Natasha Hinde Lifestyle Writer at The Huffington Post UK] For years, northerners and southerners have fought over the correct way to pronounce ‘scone’ – after all, it’s a traditional British teatime staple. But now, that argument has come to … Continue reading
October 31, 2016
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Anti-bullying week provides an opportunity to raise awareness of, and consider potential solutions to, one of the most horrible problems faced by young people today. This year anti-bullying month focuses on e-safety; anti-bullying week, November 14–18, falls under the theme … Continue reading
October 21, 2016
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Today is National Apple Day how exciting! Why on earth does Britain have a National Apple Day you might ask? Well, it was launched in 1990 to act as a reminder that we need to protect our apples which Britain … Continue reading
