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Teaching math to elementary students is critical for establishing a foundation of success in mathematics. There is a need for some basic memorization of facts, because students who do not memorize arithmetic functions struggle in upper grades. However, math must be fun and interesting, along with making connections with real-world applications.

We're getting close to that time of year again - Red Ribbon Week 2013. So paint your town red - it's Red Ribbons Decoration Week

PDF report from the Education Committee of the Supreme Court of Texas Permanent Judicial Commission for Children, Youth, and Families. From the document's cover letter: "The Education Committee's recommendations give voice to a child's educational experience at each stage of development while in foster care. From infancy to post-secondary school transition, the Committee recognizes that a child's well-being includes academic stability as well as social connectedness gained through extra-curricular activities. For children with special needs, the recommendations require informed advocacy with deliberate speed. Each stakeholder entity and individual who touches the life of a child in foster care is accountable to secure optimum education access."

An algebra project focusing on a theme which interests students is more likely to engage them in the project, so lets take a look at sports. Many students participate in sports at some level, whether as part of a school team or a community team. For the most part these same students do not understand the costs involved to host the sport. Also, they do not understand how much money is needed to ensure a profitable season so the sport can continue from year to year.

Anyone continuing their education encounter opened doors to new adventures and opportunities which are closed to those without the same benefits. The value of continuing education increases every year. Without a college degree, including a degree from two-year program, the prospects of finding a high-quality job with excellent earnings is difficult at best. The level education for the average person in the United States is increasing, making it essential to complete additional education beyond a high school degree.

Many people make a decision about jobs and careers after leaving high school or college, some based on clear goals and others on need. However, there are many varied and often uncontrollable reasons why these initial occupations do not last. This leads to five reasons why continuing education must be considered as a positive investment for achieving success in a chosen occupation

What makes a highly effective adult education program depends on how well a school stimulates adult learning. These qualities are influenced by the ever-accelerating advances of knowledge and technology. Also, let's not forget about adults who decide whether they want to continue to learn or not and businesses which must continue to teach and train their employees or slide into obsolescence.

Better employment opportunities and personal development are the leading successes many adults seek when considering enrollment in continuing education.

English language learners have become star pupils in the Washington region, drawing accolades for top-performing schools that serve immigrant communities and showing standout results on state reading tests and national rankings.

Volunteer to make better schools in the District of Columbia. This is a great resource to either volunteer or request assistance.

The next Work-a-Thon is April 25th.

that's a good one... and even relates to Postman!

A look at school segregation in Minnesota--Myron Orfield is Gary Orfield's brother.

High school teachers' opinions on ELL classroom inclusion.

Basketball the ever popular sport came into being in 1891. Designed by Dr. James Naismith, the game of basketball keeps players fit and can be played indoors when weather prevents outdoor sports.A popular sport in schools and college basketball is now played professionally and the NBAs are popular world wide. The game is fast and vigorous and involves shooting, passing and dribbling. The game of basketball is regulated by rules with no disruptive physical contact and violations applicable to ball handling.

Three new technologies are going mainstream on college campuses that will influence the way college courses are taught and students learn within the next two years. These changes are influenced by adult students who expect to be able to use modern technology tools to work, learn, and study whenever and wherever they want. They demand these changes because they live in an increasingly busy world where they must balance demands from home, work, and school.

Examples of plagiarism, with a quiz to test your understanding provided by the School of Education at Indiana University Bloomington.

On November 6, 1869 the first soccer football game was played between Rutgers and Princeton. Rugby as the game was known developed over a seven year period and became the favorite sport among the major eastern schools over all other sports including soccer. It was during these 7 years that modern day football began to develop into the sport it is today.