IS ‘TRAVEL’ BALL GOOD FOR SPORTS AND OUR CHILDREN?
January 2016
Michelle Smith and Mike May One of the big topics being discussed today in the world of sports is the true value of ‘travel’ ball
Michelle Smith and Mike May One of the big topics being discussed today in the world of sports is the true value of ‘travel’ ball
Ann H. Steel, MD, MA, LMHC Laptops on the desks of each high school student; Wi-Fi access in every school and iPads for all kindergarteners:
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When teachers incorporate hands-on activities into their curriculum, students can easily immerse themselves into the learning environment. As their classrooms turn into a swamp for
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Located conveniently along the Mid-Atlantic coast, Norfolk, Virginia is the ideal destination for action-packed and affordable educational tours. With an abundance of outdoor activities, historical
Alan Lowe The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum in Dallas, Texas, opened its doors to the public on May 1, 2013. Since then,
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Recently named the “Best Museum in Atlanta” by USA Today’s 10Best.com, the Center for Civil and Human Rights, which opened in 2014, is a unique
It’s the final year to bring your students on a journey to the island of Madagascar, right here in South Carolina. On exhibit now through
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There are many theories on how to improve our education outcomes: increase in-school hours, smaller school/class size, different teachers’ compensation models, introduce technology, and so
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Megan A. Fagge and Robert A. Just Children are impressionable and the experiences they have while in school will have a profound impact on their
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Today’s learners need an understanding of our global society, and their place in it. They need the collaborative skills to work together to achieve common
Our more complex, interconnected world demands a new way of thinking. The ability to understand and manage complex systems is an essential skill for today’s
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By Judy M. Brunner and Dennis K. Lewis Unannounced active shooter drills might seem a perfect way to train staff for the unthinkable. What better
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