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Every day school employees around the country are working hard to create safe and healthy schools for all. Here are some of their stories.

Imagine what schools would look like if students were able to design them

– A description about the 2011 CEFPI School of the Future Design Competition

Teacher gesturing with hands in front of blackboard.

New Kit Helps Educators Manage Arthritis Pain

February 23, 2011

– The Arthritis Self Management Kit contains tips and instructions on different methods for managing and living with arthritis.

Boy eating apple in classroom.

A Healthy Start to the School Day Begins With Breakfast

February 22, 2011

– A new program called “Breakfast in the Classroom” aims to help curb hunger and help all students start the school day ready to learn.

Girl surfing web on laptop.

Keeping Kids Safe and Savvy Online

February 17, 2011

– We call today’s students “digital natives,” but even though they’re comfortable with new technologies, they’re not always technically savvy about using them, and parents and educators are concerned.

Kids walking in school hallway.

Education Support Professionals, Teachers Talk Indoor Air Quality

February 15, 2011

– To this day, Courson-Brock, a fourth grade teacher with 23 years experience, has no idea as to the exact cause of her illnesses. The only connection she could make was that when she was at school, she was sick, and at home, she would be fine the same day.