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Driven by Curiosity, Led by Students: A Series of Student Research Briefs
Founded in 2007, Laurel School’s Center for Research on Girls (LCRG) integrates the world’s best research on how girls learn and grow into every Laurel student’s education. When we come across challenges that haven’t yet been studied, LCRG partners with scholars from around the country to find answers. LCRG gathers research and produces topical briefs for educators, parents, and advocates of girls everywhere.
The (Non)Talent Trifecta: Raising Children Bound For Success
The (Non)Talent Trifecta: Raising Children Bound for Success
by Rida Tahir, Capstone Scholar, Laurel School Class of 2027
INSIDE: What does it mean to be talented? • The Importance of the Home Environment: Words and Spaces • The Importance of Athletics Beyond Organized Sports • The Importance of a Strong Social Life • Conclusion • Endnotes
by Rida Tahir, Capstone Scholar, Laurel School Class of 2027
INSIDE: What does it mean to be talented? • The Importance of the Home Environment: Words and Spaces • The Importance of Athletics Beyond Organized Sports • The Importance of a Strong Social Life • Conclusion • Endnotes
The Practice Of Belonging: Rebuilding Adolescent Connection In An Age Of Isolation
The Practice of Belonging: Rebuilding Adolescent Connection in an Age of Isolation
by Eliana Fieldman, Capstone Scholar, Laurel School Class of 2027
INSIDE: During the pandemic, I felt profoundly alone • The Factors Behind Disconnection: Technology, Social Media, and AI • Rebuilding Connection: Practical Strategies • Why Connection Matters • Organizations & Initiatives • Tools for Action • For Students • For Parents • Conclusion • Endnotes
by Eliana Fieldman, Capstone Scholar, Laurel School Class of 2027
INSIDE: During the pandemic, I felt profoundly alone • The Factors Behind Disconnection: Technology, Social Media, and AI • Rebuilding Connection: Practical Strategies • Why Connection Matters • Organizations & Initiatives • Tools for Action • For Students • For Parents • Conclusion • Endnotes
The Complex Relationship Between Sleep and Technology: A Closer Look at Teens and Screen Time
The Complex Relationship Between Sleep and Technology: A Closer Look at Teens and Screen Time
by Mackenzie Reid, Capstone Scholar, Laurel School Class of 2026
INSIDE: What We Know About Sleep and Technology • The Bidirectional Model: A New Way to Think About Screen Time and Sleep • Findings from the Survey • How to Build Better Sleep Habits • Steps You Can Take Today • Endnotes
by Mackenzie Reid, Capstone Scholar, Laurel School Class of 2026
INSIDE: What We Know About Sleep and Technology • The Bidirectional Model: A New Way to Think About Screen Time and Sleep • Findings from the Survey • How to Build Better Sleep Habits • Steps You Can Take Today • Endnotes
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