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In an Independence Day address in 1823, Horace Mann, the father of American public education, outlined for the first time his core beliefs that education, the intelligent use of the ballot, and religious freedom are the keys to preserving the nation's liberties. Born in Franklin, he gave that signature speech in Dedham, where he had just opened his first law ...
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There's no need to feel down when down markets hit.
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Intriguing, no? Letters This one just isn't going away. To recap, for those who did not fingerprint themselves into earlier lessons: The information Comissioner's Office rules that schools can fingerprint pupils without parental consent. You are all outraged.â¦
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You don't have to be flummoxed by your financial statements.
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Blog: A new study shows that this well-intentioned advice is not sufficient to protect children from unwanted sexual solicitation and harassment.
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Home Office yoof campaign shocks Middle England Middle England is none too pleased with a Home Office campaign aimed at "reminding 'holiday virgins' to apply for their passports in good time to avoid missing out on the fun of a first parent-free holiday".â¦
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HAVING a series of ultrasound scans during pregnancy does not harm an unborn baby or restrict growth or development early in life, Australian scientists have concluded.
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The Bush administration demonstrated Friday it will strictly adhere to new guidelines that limit the scope of a popular children's health insurance program. It rejected an application from New York to let more middle-income families participate.
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Poorer children are not more likely to take up a school place allocated through a  lottery, researchers say.
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There'll be no last-minute pressure this time. The United States advanced to the next round of World Cup qualifying with a game to spare.
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Breast feeding has no impact on a child's intelligence, according to new research published on Wednesday.
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Over 300 children have avoided serious illness since the introduction of the pneumococcal vaccine in England 12 months ago, estimates show.
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DfES qualifies its stance Parents cannot prevent schools from taking their children's fingerprints, according to the Department for Education and Skills and the Information Commissioner.â¦
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Children aged 16 and 17 will be able to apply for a passport without the consent of their parents, it is announced.
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No one hurt as small device leaves minor damage.
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There's a simple way to protect your nest egg from crackups.
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A once-scarce vaccine that protects against a range of infections including meningitis is back in supply and small children should get