Students at the UASSP Conference

EdLF Students Visit Education Leadership Conferences

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Students travel to St. George and attend the principal conferences. Once there, they heard the latest research and created lasting bonds
Sarah Westerberg

Sarah Westerberg Uses EdLF Skills as BYU Dean of Students

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Sarah Westerberg is an Alumni of the Educational Leadership & Foundations program. She currently works as Dean of Students at Brigham Young University.
Nichole Kyle with Mike Leonard and Jeanna Nichols

McKay School Honors Given at 51st Utah All-State High School Art Show

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A Utah teacher and student receive awards for their art at annual event.
Dean Kendra Hall-Kenyon

Kendra Hall-Kenyon Named Dean of David O. McKay School of Education

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After serving as interim dean since July 1, 2022, Kendra Hall-Kenyon is appointed as dean of the McKay School of Education.
Man lectures at a pulpit with people in the foreground

The Lessons David Nielson Learned Designing for Church Headquarters

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David Nielson highlights from the McKay School Honored Alumni Lecture during BYU's 2022 Homecoming Week.
Male teacher in a classroom teaching elementary school students

BYU Education Receives No-Holds-Barred Endorsement

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BYU’s educator preparation program is making a difference in the quality of education by seeking and receiving accreditation with no areas for improvement from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation.
A boy being taught by his mom

Children with autism benefit when parents are trained to provide at-home interventions

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BYU study shows that after parents receive specialized training, children with autism spectrum disorder markedly improve their social and communication skills.
Girl sitting in chair, looking to the side

School Wellness Centers: An Innovative Response to Student Stress and Suicide

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Research from BYU suggests that high school wellness centers can decrease anxiety and depression in teens, and can teach strategies for managing mental health.
Two adolescent boys converse during lunchtime.

Students who love lunchtime are more likely to feel belonging at school says BYU study

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Research indicates that students who enjoy lunchtime are more likely to feel that they belong at school; which is correlated with better academic outcomes and better mental health.
Student at STEM Club makes Oobleck

STEM Club Builds Science Learning for Children—and Their Teachers

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McKay School elementary education students teach regular lessons to children at Provo’s South Franklin Community Center