Student-produced bullying film a hit!
Sixth, seventh and eighth grade students at Pinecrest Public School in Ontario, Canada produced “We’re Not Gonna Take It” earlier this
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Thoughts on teen law by Judge Tom Jacobs.
Does YouTube post merit expulsion?
Sometimes yes. Other times, no. Obviously, it depends on the content of the video. In this case, it’s questionable. Weeks
Even at age 28–“Keep your room clean!”
A 28-year-old school board member in Ohio was scolded by his father this week over his messy basement-bedroom. He reacted
Court orders teen with cancer to undergo medical treatment
A Minnesota judge has decided that Daniel Hauser, a 13 year old with cancer, is not allowed to refuse chemotherapy
Illinois high school athletes tested for steroids
Several states require student athletes to submit to random drug tests during the season for steroids. Illinois may expand their program
Suspended for going to prom?
That’s right. In Ohio, 17-year-old Tyler Frost went to his girlfriend’s prom in May, 2009, at her public high
Teens sentenced for sexting
On May 11, 2009, two Ohio teenagers caught sexting at school were sentenced in juvenile court. The 15 and
What has Justice Souter done for you?
One of the nine U.S. Supreme Court justices is retiring in June, 2009. David Hackett Souter (age 69) was appointed
Afghan girls risk safety for education
Public education in Afghanistan is becoming dangerous and difficult to receive especially for girls. Despite attacks and threats by militant groups,
“Wanted” – hackers to work for federal government.
Concern about the nation’s electrical grid, stock markets, air-flight systems and nuclear launch codes has prompted the federal government to