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Central Middle School dropping Spanish from core curriculum
Starting this fall, Central Middle School will drop Spanish from its core group of classes for seventh- and eighth-graders and replace the subject with a language arts offering. For the past two years, seventh- and eighth-grade students at Central have...Tags: Teaching and Learning, Arts and Culture, Students
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School to host new language program
The Wilson Daily Times, N.C.Hearne Elementary School will be the home for a new Spanish language immersion program starting next school year. Hearne Principal Jenny Hayes is recruiting families in hopes of filling at least one kindergarten class with students who will receive...Tags: Teaching and Learning, Demographics, U.S. Department of State, Arts and Culture, Teachers
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'Congressional hearings' help Howard students embrace the Constitution
Being called to a congressional hearing can be an intimidating experience for national leaders, business executives and even elected officials. But Gorman Crossing Elementary School fifth-grader Tobi Arewa is getting used to it. "At first when I am...Tags: Social Sciences, Crime, Law and Justice, Politics, Judges, Arts and Culture
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Pullman FFA shines at state convention
Moscow-Pullman Daily NewsThe Pullman FFA chapter continued its tradition of excellence by earning 13 state degrees and numerous other awards at the 83rd Washington FFA Convention last weekend on the Washington State University campus. The 13 state degrees earned by the...Tags: Teaching and Learning, Arts and Culture, Students, Washington State University
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The Philadelphia Inquirer Kevin Riordan column
The Philadelphia InquirerEventually the most ardent tweeter, texter, and instant messenger must face, not Facebook, the truth. "People have to talk to other people," says Matthew Goldberg, the Voorhees chapter president of Toastmasters International, which has been enhancing...Tags: Mike Tyson, Cherry Hill, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Arts and Culture, Social Media
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Klingon language of 'Star Trek' coming to Bing translator
Trekkies looking to translate the famous Klingon battle cry Heghlu'meH QaQ jajvam! -- or any other phrase from the fictional alien race's language -- will soon have a new tool at their disposal. Starting on Tuesday, Bing, Microsoft Corp.'s Internet...
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EDITORIAL: Schools take major strides in third-grade reading
The Herald Bulletin, Anderson, Ind.The ability to read and comprehend is the foundation of most other learning, and studies have shown that third grade is the make-or-break point for many students. If they are adept readers by then, they normally go on to do well in school and to learn...Tags: Teaching and Learning, Education, Arts and Culture, Students
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Norwich budget hearing stormy
The Day, New London, Conn.Emotions ran high during Monday's budget hearing, as budget supporters urged the City Council to increase school funding, preserve community policing and support senior meal programs and funding for the Norwich Community Development Corp. But others...Tags: Layoffs and Downsizing, Arts and Culture, Boston Marathon Bombing (2013), Unemployment, Music
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Taking it 'literally' has its rewards for NK junior
Kitsap Sun, Bremerton, Wash.The pause between a question and Justin Seevers' answer is noticeable. It might even be a teaching moment. Maybe everyone should edit themselves in their minds before they speak. The North Kitsap High School junior has become adept at public speaking,...Tags: Social Sciences, Behavioral Conditions, Tourette Syndrome, Arts and Culture, Culture
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State's written driver's license exam will be offered in 8 foreign languages
The Honolulu Star-AdvertiserBy the end of this year, Hawaii's written driver's license test will again be available in foreign languages, the state Transportation Department said. Hawaii stopped offering foreign-language tests in 2008, when the Legislature passed a law that...Tags: Marketing, Immigration, Career and Workplace, Arts and Culture, Labor Legislation
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Conference encourages girls to scout for the future
Valley Morning Star, Harlingen, TexasLillian Poen has big plans. The 11-year-old Means Elementary School fifth grader wants to go to the University of New Hampshire. She wants to be a biologist. She wants to be a photographer. She wrote it all down on a sheet of hot pink construction...Tags: Biology, Youth Organizations, University of New Hampshire, Social Organizations, Healthy Diet
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Like mother, like daughter: Five women who followed their mother's footsteps into the work world
Columbus Ledger-EnquirerLike mother, like daughter is an old adage that makes most mothers beam and some daughters cringe. But the similarities are often too obvious to ignore. Some daughters automatically replicate their mothers' mannerisms. Others reflect their smiles. And...Tags: Duke University, Social Sciences, Hospitals and Clinics, Family, Business
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