Archive for July, 2012

Four tips to reduce back-to-school stress

Four tips to reduce back-to-school stress

The Edge of Education July 31, 2012 at 9:32 am Comments are Disabled

Whether it’s the first full day of kindergarten, the start of his senior year, or it’s off to college–getting back into the routine of school […]

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Schools Cannot Do It Alone: Chapter 8

Schools Cannot Do It Alone: Chapter 8

The Shift July 30, 2012 at 8:28 pm 3 comments

SCHOOLS CANNOT DO IT ALONE by Jamie Vollmer A book study: Please participate in the discussion by leaving a comment below. Part 9 in a […]

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This is Your Brain on Jazz

This is Your Brain on Jazz

The Edge of Education July 26, 2012 at 4:14 pm Comments are Disabled

What do you get when you cross a science nerd with a jazz saxophonist? Apparently, a researcher with enough curiosity, talent and intelligence to actually […]

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Are you spreading these 4 false myths?

Are you spreading these 4 false myths?

The Edge of Education July 24, 2012 at 2:43 pm 4 comments

If you google, “Harvard Graduates Explain Seasons,” you’ll find a fascinating video clip. Shot as part of the educational documentary, “A Private Universe,” Harvard Graduates […]

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See a spark, light a fire

See a spark, light a fire

The Edge of Education July 19, 2012 at 2:27 pm Comments are Disabled

When Steven Spielberg was eight, like many young boys, he loved to torture his sisters. Once, caught in the passions of creativity, he cut off […]

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Scientists discover secret link to success in math and science

Scientists discover secret link to success in math and science

The Edge of Education July 17, 2012 at 2:25 pm Comments are Disabled

I am, without question, spatially challenged. I often say “right” when I mean “left.” It’s rare that I know in what direction I’m facing, and […]

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Emily Dickinson

Emily Dickinson

Quote of the Day, Uncategorized July 13, 2012 at 9:36 am Comments are Disabled

“Forever is composed of nows.” — Emily Dickinson                 Hammonton Photography via Compfight  

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Parent Alert: Are you overlooking your child’s math development?

Parent Alert: Are you overlooking your child’s math development?

The Edge of Education July 12, 2012 at 3:12 pm Comments are Disabled

We’ve heard how beneficial it is to read to our kids before bed, sing songs and practice recognizing letters. There is little doubt that doing […]

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How moving past I.Q. can boost learning

How moving past I.Q. can boost learning

The Edge of Education July 10, 2012 at 3:05 pm Comments are Disabled

It was the end of the first quarter and Travis was sitting on the floor with three other students. A large sheet of white roll […]

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Schools Cannot Do It Alone: Chapter 7

Schools Cannot Do It Alone: Chapter 7

The Shift July 9, 2012 at 6:00 pm 2 comments

SCHOOLS CANNOT DO IT ALONE by Jamie Vollmer A book study: Please participate in the discussion by leaving a comment below. Part 8 in a […]

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