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Sep 1, 2005

A Tribute

A tribute to a former teacher.

Aug 2, 2005

What Makes an Urban Educator

What it takes to be an urban educator.

Dec 6, 2001

Bringing Christmas Cheer to Fall Final Exams

This article provides suggestions for parents to help their teenagers prepare for fall exams while allowing time to enjoy the Christmas holiday season.

Nov 1, 2001

Using Sight, Sound, and Smell to Improve Well Being

A true multi-sensory approach to learning and studying is presented.

Oct 1, 2001

Writing a Successful Research Paper

With references to various web sites, this article guides the high school student through researching and writing a research paper using the MLA or APA format.

Sep 1, 2001

Reducing Stress in the School Year

A number of stress-reducing techniques are provided to help teenagers manage the pressures of extra-curricular activities and academics.

Aug 20, 2001

A Literate Environment

A literate environment will develop independent readers and writers, as well as contribute to children's positive self-esteem.

Aug 1, 2001

Getting Back into the Swing of School

Seven tips are provided by the National Sleep Foundation on improving one's sleep habits in an effort to help parents get their children ready for the early hours of school.

Jul 24, 2001

Boys Will Be Boys, Part 2

Continuation of "Boys Will Be Boys", which discusses the detriment of gender bias.

Jul 17, 2001

Boys Will Be Boys

There is an unfortunate reality in today's classrooms that many educators and parents are overlooking. The gender gap is wide and sweeping. Although it is not always the female side that is shortchanged. Our urban schools need to protect all children's rights to a fair and equal education without detriment to ...

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