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One of Nation's First 'Green' Charter Schools in Minority Community

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When Sarah Diaz was a freshman at the Environmental Charter High School in Lawndale, Calif., one of the nation's first 'green' charter schools, she didn’t know much about conservation or social justice. But she soon had her family recycling,…

Do’s & Don’ts for Your Child’s Year-End Academic Success

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As a school teacher, I see the end of the year approaching faster than my student’s parents may realize. Although there are still a few weeks left to make up for lost time, I’m hoping the following suggestions will help you and your child…
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Pocoyo Playset Apps Boost School Readiness in Hispanic Preschoolers

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Tomorrow, the Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network (HITN) Early Learning Collaborative (ELC) launches its Pocoyo® PlaySet™ online and mobile apps, to help Hispanic preschoolers build their skills in English, reading and math.…
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5 Scholarship Tips for Latinos

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Going to college is not getting any cheaper and imminent financial aid budget cuts are not helping either. That is why Latinos must take advantage of scholarships to make their higher education endeavors a reality. A recent study by NerdScholar…
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How Parents & Kids Can Survive Standardized Testing

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Every year, students in public schools across the United States are subjected to the pressure of standardized testing. From elementary to the high school level, school districts administer some form of statewide testing that usually causes…
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Helping Our Kids Ace the State Exams

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The dreaded State Exams are coming up once again and I, as a teacher and a mother, am on edge. As much as we prepare the children for the exam, we never really know what to expect. Being an educator is rough as it is. We teachers are nervous…
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Benefits of Inclusion for Kids with Special Needs or Disability

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The concept of inclusion is typically introduced when kids are ready to turn three years old. Usually children with special needs are transitioned to the school system around the 36-month mark and that’s the time when we may find that…
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Mentoring Program Serves Young Latinas in NYC

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In the spring of 2003, Dr. Ellen Silber of Fordham University heard this from the superintendent of a school district outside New York City: ”Hispanic girls are a quiet problem; too many of them quietly drop out of school due to a growing…
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Celebrating Read Across America Day

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Read Across America Day holds a special place in my heart because, not only am I an avid reader, it also marks the birthday celebration of the beloved Dr. Seuss. I remember having tons of Dr. Seuss books as a kid and how they captivated…