Tag: education
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If We Want to Raise Creative, Free-Thinking Kids, It’s Time to Step Back
Get Pregnant Fast When my daughter was just 4 years old, already demonstrating a knack for reading fluently and grasping complex math concepts, I felt compelled to explore the gifted program options in our school district. Living in a competitive area like New York City, where families invest heavily in tutoring to prepare for these…
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Supermom Completes College Finals While in Labor
Get Pregnant Fast In an inspiring display of determination, Emily Carter proved that mothers can do it all—even while in labor. This remarkable woman gave birth to a healthy baby boy but not before tackling her college finals. While her labor progressed, Emily’s mom snapped a photo of her diligently working on her exams from…
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This Mom’s Heartfelt Tribute Highlights the Incredible Work of Preschool Teachers
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of education, teaching often feels like a thankless endeavor. Yet, it’s a crucial, impactful, and truly remarkable profession that captivates the admiration of those outside the classroom. The daily challenges and victories of teachers, particularly preschool educators, can be awe-inspiring. One mother recently expressed her gratitude for these dedicated…
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An Educator’s Innovative ‘Reading Log’ with One Simple Rule — Just READ
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I have a complicated relationship with reading logs. I genuinely enjoy reading, but tracking it? Not so much. Oftentimes, these logs transform the joy of reading into a tedious task filled with stress and guesswork. Who really wants to jot down the time spent reading when they’re lost in…
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Encouraging STEM Fields: The Importance of Embracing Mistakes
Get Pregnant Fast In my first semester at university, I enrolled in calculus 101, feeling confident after performing well in precalculus during high school. I enjoyed tackling proofs and believed that as long as I attended class, studied, and completed my assignments, I would manage just fine. However, I was shocked to discover that I…
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America 2017: The Disturbing Reality of an Interactive Slave Simulation Game in Phoenix Schools
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, the challenges faced by the Black community seem never-ending, and now we’re confronted with an alarming trend undermining the gravity of our history. Enter a “choose your own adventure”-style computer game that allows students to engage in the harrowing experience of being a young enslaved person. Yes, you read…
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This Mom Left Her Kids at Carpool to Impart a Crucial Lesson
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often find ourselves waiting in the car while our children finish up their activities. It can be incredibly frustrating, especially when it feels like they are taking their sweet time. One mother, Sarah Lawson, decided she had reached her breaking point after a particularly long wait at carpool. Sarah,…
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College Graduate’s Heartfelt Tweet About Her Dad Will Bring You to Tears
Get Pregnant Fast As graduation season unfolds across the nation, many students are celebrating a significant milestone in their lives. However, for some, this achievement carries an even deeper meaning, especially when they have faced significant challenges along the way. One young woman’s poignant tweet about her journey as an undocumented student, along with a…
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5 Insights Gained from Volunteering in the School Cafeteria
Get Pregnant Fast I found myself volunteering at the school cafeteria once again. For two hours, I navigate through a whirlwind of children ranging from kindergarten to eighth grade—each one rushing in and out, embracing the chaos of lunchtime. At my children’s small, private school, financial resources are limited, which means the dedicated part-time staff…