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Experts encourage parents to have conversations with their children and not avoid the topic, if kids indicate a willingness to talk about it.
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The CDC reports suicide was the second leading cause of death for ages 10 to 14 in 2022. The Mental Health Association of Central Florida created a special guide to better support their mental health.
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The guidelines, which took effect in July, make it easier to follow a vegetarian or vegan diet. Also, students may request a substitute for school milk if they have a milk allergy.
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The Florida Department of Education has issued a “model policy” to help school districts carry out a controversial new law that allows volunteer chaplains.
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The guidance is in stark contrast to statements by Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo against vaccination and mask wearing — particularly when it comes to COVID-19.
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The Department of Agriculture announced new nutrition standards for schools that will limit added sugars for the first time. The new rule also trims sodium in kids' meals.
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The program will allow graduates to become credentialed as school psychologists by the Florida Department of Education and become nationally certified school psychologists.
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After the House passed a companion measure, the Senate version received a final committee OK. Supporters say the proposal would add a tool to help address children’s mental health issues.
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Supporters of the measure say allowing chaplains would add another tool to help schools address children’s mental health issues. The bill would need approval from the Senate.
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The legislation calls for all public school coaches in Florida to be CPR-certified and to learn how to use an automated external defibrillator.