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See what topics kids in the Healthy NewsWorks program are researching and writing about and the fascinating experts they are interviewing.

Lydia, 7th grade, MaST, 2025-2026.

Anxiety is usually a normal feeling

By Adaire Fit Fish reporters | If you’re feeling anxious about an upcoming test, that’s normal, and it can make you study harder, according to a Philadelphia psychologist. But it…
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Devin, eighth grade, DePaul, 2024-25.

Friendship is a skill to practice

By William Rowen Healthy Roar Cub reporters | Friendship can help keep you healthy, kindergarten reporters in Ms. Dougherty’s class recently learned. Illustration by Devin, 8th grade, DePaul, 2024-25.
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Eat a healthy snack: Choose fruit

By MaST Healthy Panther Post Cub reporters | Fruit is a great choice for a healthy snack. They are a good source of vitamins, and they’re naturally sweet. Eating fruit…
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Tapping into other people’s feelings

By DePaul Healthy Trailblazer Journal reporters | Listening to understand, not just to respond, is one way to show empathy, says a DePaul staff member who works with school families. Ms. Westfield, family…
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Gardening helps grow connections

By La Salle Healthy News reporters | Most kids know about gardening because their parents, family members, or someone in their community has exposed or taught them about gardening. Gardening…
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Tajah, 5th grade, CCSA, 2025-26.

Tips to deal with anxiety

By Yorkship Healthy Lion reporters | It’s important for kids to know what to do when they’re faced with anxiety so that it doesn’t stop them from doing things they like to…
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Kailyn, 5th grade, Cramp, 2025-26.

Cramp graduate empowers others

By William Cramp Fit Flyers reporters | Elaine Gonzalez Johnson met her best friend when they were students at William Cramp. They’re still best friends, have been to each other’s…
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Benjamin, 4th grade, Catto, 2025-26.

Use technology responsibly

By Catto Healthy News reporters | We all use social media, send text messages, and send emails to connect with others. The American Academy of Pediatrics says there are many…
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Sophia, 4th grade, Lowell, 2025-26.

Sharing food can connect people

By James Lowell Healthy Lion reporters | Medical experts and a cafeteria chef all agree: Sharing a meal is a way to connect with people, have conversations, and explore different…
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No name, De Burgos, 25-26.

Join a group to connect to others

By De Burgos Healthy Super Tiger seventh-grade reporters | Take the opportunity to create social connections by joining clubs and meeting people with interests similar to yours, says Mr. Fahd…
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Julianys, 4th grade, Sheppard, 25-26.

Outgoing or shy, make connections

By Isaac Sheppard Healthy Shark reporters | It doesn’t matter whether you’re quiet or outgoing, it is important to build relationships with other people, according to health experts. “Being connected…
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Lucia, 4th grade, Henry, 2025-26.

Group activities can bond people

By Charles Henry Healthy Hawk reporters | Group activities are a great way to get exercise, but they can also form long-lasting friendships. Take Mr. Jason Munter, Henry physical education…
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