Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles emphasizes the commitment of Changzhou to enhance the quality and equity of education, achieving recognition as a national-level quality balanced development county in compulsory education [1][2] - Changzhou has established a comprehensive reform framework for basic education, focusing on five central tasks: promoting holistic education, reforming teaching methods, strengthening the teacher workforce, invigorating school operations, and deepening institutional reforms [2][3] - The city has made significant investments in educational infrastructure, with over 190 new or expanded schools built from 2021 to 2024, adding more than 121,500 new student places at a total investment exceeding 250 billion [3][5] Group 2 - Changzhou's educational initiatives include a high coverage rate of group-based schooling, with 98.4% in preschool education, 94.6% in compulsory education, and 48.8% in high school education, ensuring support for rural schools through partnerships with urban institutions [5][6] - The city has implemented a "double reduction" policy to alleviate student workload, achieving 100% coverage of after-school services in compulsory education, which has led to high social satisfaction ratings [5][6] - Labor education has been prioritized, with Changzhou recognized as a national experimental zone for labor education, and the introduction of local regulations to support labor education initiatives [7]

500余名"五老"走进130多所中小学校、指导教师3200余人次、服务学生8.7万余人次……近日，在教育 系统关工委"五老助双减"工作现场推进会上，北京晒出了"五老助双减"成绩单。 瞄准退休校长、书记和骨干教师，北京将进一步扩大"五老"队伍 "'五老助双减'工作是老同志发挥作用的新平台，助什么、怎么助，没有现成经验可以借鉴。"会上，北 京教育系统关工委主任张雪就北京"五老助双减"工作作了全面系统的介绍。 张雪介绍，在全市进行调研，摸清底数、了解需求；制定试点实施方案，选定67所试点校；邀请专家进 行培训，为各区和试点校开展工作提供指导……从加强组织领导到队伍建设，从制度建设到加强调查研 究再到做好工作保障，在不断的努力中，"五老助双减"开展得越来越顺利，试点校从最初的67所拓展到 现在的130多所，三年来共有500余名"五老"走进中小学校，通过参与指导教研教学、学校课后服务、家 庭教育指导、督导把脉问诊等，开展工作3800余次，指导老师3200余人次，服务学生8.7万余人次，为 推动学校教育教学提质增效贡献了力量。 针对未来工作计划，张雪表示，将优化"五老助双减"队伍建设。其表示，近期已开展了摸底调研，近五 ...

Core Viewpoint - Beijing has released a set of guidelines titled "Twenty Measures for the Physical and Mental Health of Primary and Secondary School Students," aimed at promoting comprehensive development in students, addressing both physical fitness and psychological well-being [1][2]. Summary by Sections Current Issues in Student Health - The prevalence of health issues among students, such as myopia, anxiety, and obesity, has become apparent, with a reported obesity rate of 7.9% among children aged 6 to 17, a significant increase from 0.2% in 1982 [2][4]. Key Measures Proposed - The guidelines emphasize "reducing burdens, enhancing physical activity, and psychological support." This includes ensuring adequate rest and leisure time for students, reducing repetitive homework, and encouraging innovative assignments [1][2]. - Specific actions include increasing the proportion of physical education classes, ensuring at least 2 hours of physical activity daily, and providing platforms for extracurricular activities [2][3]. Monitoring and Evaluation - An annual monitoring system will be established to assess the effectiveness of these measures, focusing on metrics such as myopia rates, obesity prevalence, and psychological well-being [3][4]. Collaborative Efforts - The guidelines are part of a broader initiative involving multiple departments to enhance student mental health, providing a detailed operational framework for implementation [3][4]. - The importance of fostering positive relationships among peers, teachers, and parents is highlighted, with specific initiatives to strengthen communication and support systems [4][5]. Educational System Adaptation - The guidelines advocate for a balanced academic progression system that aligns with students' developmental stages, emphasizing the need for a diverse and suitable knowledge framework [5]. - Experts suggest that educational evaluation standards should prioritize physical and mental health, promoting a more holistic approach to student development [5].