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Social media breaks boost mental health

A national study in JAMA found that a one-week social media detox significantly improved mental health in 18- to 24-year-olds. Participants who paused use of platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat saw reduced anxiety (16%), depression (25%), and insomnia (15%). The largest gains were seen in those with existing moderate to severe depression. Despite reduced social media use, overall phone time slightly increased. “Brief digital detox interventions may offer meaningful mental health benefits,” the study noted, especially for youth with compulsive or problematic social media habits.

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Report recommends overhauling California education system

California's education governance system requires significant reform to enhance accountability and clarity, according to the report titled 'TK-12 Governance in California: Past, Present and Future' from the research center PACE. The report highlights that systemic weaknesses are hindering the success of key initiatives like universal kindergarten and addressing the achievement gap. Julie Marsh, a professor of education policy at USC and co-author of the report, said: "Given shifting federal responsibilities, declining enrollment, and widening achievement gaps, California can no longer postpone reforms that have been overdue for a century." One controversial recommendation includes transferring control of the Department of Education from the elected State Superintendent to the governor, aiming to clarify authority and improve management. The report also calls for more strategic thinking in the education system.

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Texas
Students outpace schools in AI adoption

As students increasingly embrace artificial intelligence (AI) in their education, schools are struggling to keep pace, according to the Speak Up National Report by Project Tomorrow. The report, published on October 23, surveyed over 29,000 students and highlighted that 68% are familiar with generative AI tools. "Whether we like it or not, AI is our future, and our young people will be inheriting it," said Robin Lake, director of the Center on Reinventing Public Education. Students advocate for schools to integrate AI into their learning, citing benefits like enhanced understanding and efficiency. However, concerns about misinformation and cheating accusations persist, with 80% of parents worried about false cheating claims. The report reveals that many teachers lack confidence in using AI, with only 15% feeling adequately trained. As students push for AI's role in education, schools must adapt to avoid missing transformative opportunities.

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Florida's voucher program strains public schools

Florida's expansion of school vouchers is causing significant budget constraints for public schools. The Republican-led Legislature's 2023 bill eliminated income requirements for family empowerment scholarships, leading to a rise in state funding diverted to private education. According to the Florida Policy Institute, funding for vouchers increased from 12% in the 2021 school year to 24% by 2025. Andrew Spar, President of the Florida Education Association, stated: "Our public schools are struggling to make ends meet." The average amount redirected for each voucher is about $8,000, which directly impacts public school districts. Norín Dollard, a senior policy analyst, noted that $3.8 bn in public school funds will be directed toward vouchers this school year, a significant increase from previous years.

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