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Early Trajectories of Math Anxiety from Kindergarten to First Grade: Parental Factors and Math Performance
ABSTRACT This longitudinal study examined early trajectories of math anxiety and related parental factors in a Chilean sample of 292 children (46.2% girls) followed from kindergarten to the end of first grade. Children were assessed three times on math anxiety, while parents reported home math activities, math anxiety, academic expectations, and arithmetic fluency at baseline.
How HOT uses open source on AWS to power humanitarian AI
When disasters strike, the first thing responders need is an accurate map. But for much of the world, detailed maps don’t exist. Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) has been fulfilling that need since 2010. Today, HOT is a global network of over 500,000 contributors across 94 countries. By combining local ground-truth mapping, regional hubs, and open source tools, HOT coordinates massive, crowdsourced efforts to provide immediate data to responders without licensing costs or procurement barriers.
Real Madrid improve Vinicius Jr contract offer after key renewal talks - The Athletic
Real Madrid have submitted an improved contract offer to Vinicius Junior following fresh talks with the Brazilian's representatives, according to The Athletic. Club general director Jose Angel Sanchez and chief scout Juni Calafat met with the winger's camp in Madrid on Wednesday as negotiations over a new deal gathered pace. Vinicius current contract expires at the end of the 2026-27 season.
Arsenal step up Vinicius Junior pursuit as Mikel Arteta leads ambitious transfer push
Arsenal are making a serious effort to sign Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior, with Diario AS reporting that manager Mikel Arteta is personally leading the club's pursuit. The report claims Arteta has told the Brazil international he would be the centrepiece of Arsenal's project for the 2026-27 season and central to their ambition of becoming Europe's dominant team.
'If I were at Real Madrid': Thierry Henry makes surprise Olise transfer recommendation
Thierry Henry has urged Real Madrid to keep close attention on Michael Olise after the Bayern Munich midfielder delivered another impressive display for France in their 3-0 World Cup win over Iraq. Olise registered two assists in the victory, continuing his growing influence within the French national team set up. The attacking midfielder was central to France’s build-up play, combining effectively with Kylian Mbappe throughout and providing the creative spark for two of the team’s goals.
Real Madrid make enquiry for Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori - reports
According to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Real Madrid have made initial contact with Arsenal to discuss Riccardo Calafiori’s availability this summer. Having already secured a deal for Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konate, Los Blancos are now priortising a move for the Italian international, who won the Premier League with the Gunners last season. However, the enquiry is not official, and Madrid are waiting to hear from Arsenal if they are open to selling the former Bologna star.
Real Madrid concerns grow over Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe partnership after El Clasico defeat
Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr. / Reuters Fresh concerns have emerged at Real Madrid over the on-pitch relationship between Vinicius Jr. and Kylian Mbappe following another disappointing week for the club. Reports from Spain claim there are growing internal doubts about how effectively the two forwards operate together, with suggestions the team performs worse when Mbappe is in the lineup. The criticism intensified after Madrid’s damaging defeat to Barcelona in El Clasico.
Deschamps and Pochettino emerge as top Real Madrid managerial candidates - reports
According to FOX Sports Mexico, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has identified Didier Deschamps and Mauricio Pochettino as top contenders for the head coach role. Perez wants to replace the current manager, Alvaro Arbeloa, after another disappointing season, in which Madrid are likely to finish without any trophies.
Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa commented on Vinicius Junior's unsuccessful penalty kick during the 3-0 victory over Manchester City in the Champions League Round of 16. Despite the miss in the 57th minute, the Madrid manager was moved by the fans' show of support for the Brazilian star. "I loved the reaction of the Bernabeu, how they applauded Vinicius. If anyone knows how to rise after a blow, it’s him," Arbeloa remarked, highlighting the player's resilience.
Students showcase math skills at Gateway Chapter MATHCOUNTS competition
David Gomez Jr. Middle school students from across Laredo gathered Wednesday at Texas A&M International University to compete in the Gateway Chapter MATHCOUNTS competition, a regional event that tests students' math skills and advances top performers to state-level competition.
Outlook: City unveils small-scale housing project with big community benefit
Editor's note: This is part of the annual Outlook publication looking ahead to the coming year. To read the full publication, view the e-Edition. The city of Laredo marked the opening of the LaFayette Tiny Homes development earlier this month, unveiling a small but significant addition to its affordable housing inventory for residents vulnerable to homelessness. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Jan.
Outlook: Talise nears Phase I sellout, marks water milestone
Editor's note: This is part of the annual Outlook publication looking ahead to the coming year. To read the full publication, view the e-Edition. Development atTalise, a massive master-planned community north of Laredo, continues to gain traction as residential lots near sellout and the projects independent water system begins operation, according to the development team.
Laredo scales back Plaza Theatre redesign, opts for restoration
After years of shifting concepts and rising costs, the Laredo City Council voted this week to steer the long-awaited Plaza Theatre project back to its roots, opting for a restoration of the historic downtown venue rather than a more expensive multipurpose redesign. The decision came during a lengthy discussion, where councilmembers directed city management and staff to work with consultants on a restoration plan that fits within roughly $8.7 million remaining for interior work.
Local leaders share their New Years resolutions for 2026
This holiday season, the Laredo Morning Times wishes everyone a happy New Year.
24 December 2024, El Paso, Texas, David Gomez – It seems that when you think things can’t get any worse with the El Paso Police Department and Lt. Frank Rodriguez, it does. “A 2-hour shift meeting,” wrote an officer who works under Lt. Rodriguez.
It’s Time to Revive Christian Masculinity - Southwest News Today
10 October 2024, El Paso, Texas, David Gomez – There has been a degradation of masculinity in churches all across America. Men have been distracted by worldly things and forsaken their biblically-mandated duties as husbands and fathers. We see the far-reaching consequences throughout American society, from kids acting out in school to single-moms trying to raise and economically support children all on their own. But no more—it’s time for a revival.
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