Posted in Elementary Schools on Dec. 23, 2009
I had the honor of helping out Kendra Smith and her mother, Berna Smith, on December 17 for the 2nd annual Johnson Elementary Food Drive. Kendra is a teacher there at Johnson, and she worries not only about the fundamentals, but also the overall well-being of her students.
Kendra knows that many students go hungry over [...]
Posted in Elementary Schools, High Schools, Middle Schools on Dec. 13, 2009
Did you know that the Rishel Middle School building is actually home to three different schools? First is the 7th and 8th grade of the old Rishel program that is being phased out one year at a time. Second is the KIPP charter high school. Finally is the Math and Science Leadership Academy (MSLA), which [...]
Posted in Elementary Schools on Nov. 18, 2009
I received some great news today from Dr. Diana Howard, principal of the Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy (KCAA). It seems that the 6th graders are finalists in a contest held by eInstruction. The winners will receive an “interactive classroom” package, valued at $30,000.
KCAA has recorded a fantastic video as their entry in the contest. It’s [...]
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