The benefits of playing sports in high school are fairly well-known, but some information provided here may inspire and motivate you. Let’s begin with some basics about high school athletics and then review the many benefits of sports participation in high school and...
“When it was the Millennials’ turn to grab hold of the American Dream, it exploded in our face…” Tweet from a Millennial “Maybe our 20s and 30s aren’t … going as we planned, but how (do) we change and grow when they don’t.” Tweet from a Millennial If there’s any...
Why are science, technology, engineering, and math important? According to an article in The Atlantic magazine, “…science and engineering occupations are at the leading edge of economic competitiveness in an increasingly globalized world, and science and engineering...
“Teamwork makes the dream work…” John Maxwell, author and speaker “There is no letter “i” in team.” – Old adage Teamwork is an essential part of any successful endeavor in modern life. It is especially so in the highly competitive workplace where the ability to work...
“Diversity – All of our human differences” – From a Queensborough Community College article Schools throughout much of the developed world have added numerous resources in recent years to enhance the quality of teaching and learning taking place in their young...
“Move over, Millennials. A new generation is here.” – Sean McDowell, Ph.D. Biola University College Professor To suggest that a generation of young adults now in their mid-20’s and 30’s is becoming socially irrelevant may seem somewhat rash but the Millennials,...
Few occasions are as stressful in the lives of college-bound high school seniors (and their parents) as the time when they wait anxiously to learn whether they’ve been accepted at the college or university they want to attend. So much so that there are numerous...
A growing number of parents nowadays are considering and selecting a boarding school for their adolescent and teenage children. However, both parents and their students need to take steps to adjust to a learning environment that’s completely different from the private...
“Our nation’s schools should be safe havens for teaching and learning, free of crime and violence … Any instance of crime or violence at school not only affects the individuals involved but may disrupt the educational process and affect bystanders, the school itself...
You should never view your challenges as a disadvantage. Instead, it’s important for you to understand that your experience facing and overcoming adversity is actually one of your biggest advantages. – Michelle Obama, former First Lady of the United States When...
