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  1. 22 hours ago

    Warmest wishes for a fantastic 2019! 🎉

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  2. 31 Dec 2018

    Wrapping up 2018 with a look back at our 5 most helpful blogs! 👇

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  3. 28 Dec 2018

    Don’t miss the 2019 on January 8th at in DC. This FREE event will showcase more than 100 learning games and technologies in action!

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  4. 28 Dec 2018

    Math anxiety: Your palms sweat, your stomach clenches, you may feel apprehensive or tense. 😰 How educators communicate about can help put students at ease.

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  5. 27 Dec 2018

    Mathematics has been called the “language” of -- students need a strong foundation to succeed in STEM fields & to make sense of STEM-related topics. is a key gateway course for STEM & at what grade students take it matters.

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  6. 26 Dec 2018

    MYTH ➡️ There’s only one deadline and that’s not until June. FACT ➡️ Nope! There are at least three deadlines you need to check: your state, school, and federal deadlines.

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  7. 25 Dec 2018

    Wishing you a very !

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  8. 21 Dec 2018

    Sierra didn’t always dream of working for an insurance company. In fact, until recently, she wasn't sure she’d finish high school. With the help of a caring counselor, a local business & an innovative state effort, she is now thriving in her new role.

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  9. 21 Dec 2018

    Getting a loan is a big decision. If you decide to take out a federal student loan it’s important to understand what you are getting and be a responsible borrower. Here’s what to keep in mind when deciding how much to borrow. 👇

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  10. 20 Dec 2018

    Don’t miss the 2019 on January 8th at in DC. This FREE event will showcase more than 100 learning games and technologies in action!

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  11. 20 Dec 2018

    Winter break is just around the corner, but keeping your student learning during the holiday season can be fun & easy! Check out our blog for tips on ensuring your kids return to school both revitalized & ready for a new year of learning.

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  12. 20 Dec 2018

    As children learn to understand and control their emotions, teachers can provide support by showing empathy and encouraging children to do the same.

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  13. 19 Dec 2018

    Parents, teachers, and school staff all have a role to play in preventing . More on from :

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  14. 19 Dec 2018

    ? There are many protective factors that reduce the risk that a young person will use drugs or alcohol. A powerful protective factor is a strong bond with a parent or caregiver.

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  15. 18 Dec 2018

    . continued: “With that in mind, this report provides a wide-ranging menu of best practices and resources that all state, community & school leaders should consider while developing school safety plans and procedures that will work for their students and teachers.”

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  16. 18 Dec 2018

    “Each of us has an important role to play in keeping our students safe while at school,” said . “Through the Commission’s work, it has become even clearer there is no single policy that will make our schools safer.”

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  17. 18 Dec 2018

    There can be no one-size-fits-all solution to this complex problem, and so the report is a guide for families, educators, local school leaders, law enforcement, health professionals & elected leaders to consider the best ways to prevent, mitigate & recover from acts of violence.

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  18. 18 Dec 2018

    After months of research, visiting successful programs & hearing presentations, today the Federal Commission on School Safety will present its final report to which details best practices and policy recommendations for improving school safety.

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  19. 17 Dec 2018

    MYTH ➡️ I should wait until I’m accepted to a college before I fill out the form. FACT ➡️ Don’t wait. You can start now! As a matter of fact, you can start as early as your senior year of high school.

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  20. 17 Dec 2018

    Daily routines, play, and other activities can help even the youngest learners explore concepts.

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