Massachusetts schools are physically restraining students, and there is controversy over when that is appropriate, the Globe reports.

During the 2007-2008 year, Mass. schools reported 114 incidents of restraining a student resulting in an injury or lasting for "an extended period of time."

The article mentions a "surge in the number of students with behavioral issues," but does not say anything about why the surge.

Project Bread distributes $10,000 to Revere summer programs

July 23, 2008 —As gas and food prices spiral upward, Thomas G. Ambrosino, mayor of Revere, got relief for his city when he accepted a check for $10,000 from Project Bread during a visit to the summer meals site at the Garfield Magnet School.

Kids Play Bedford is a web site for families in Bedford, Massachusetts, and surrounding communities. The site includes a calendar of events, things to do (classes, museums, zoos, farms, playgrounds, and other adventures), Bedford Family Connection information for families with children ages 0-5, preschool and K-12 links, kid-friendly businesses and restaurants, parent resources, and an active Yahoo discussion group.

www.kidsplaybedford.com