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Classroom Blogging Prepares Kids for the 21st Century
Jordan: First let me say that I really enjoyed reading your book, especially the emphasis you put on writing. You argue: “The central virtue of a liberal education is that it teaches you how to write, and writing makes you think.” I appreciated that you didn’t just emphasize the importance of writing as a technical skill, […]
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International Neighbors | WHY CHARLOTTESVILLE?
Why Charlottesville? Charlottesville is one of only 22 cities in the United States where the International Rescue Committee is located. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the International Rescue Committee (http://www.rescue.org/) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping people to survive and to rebuild their lives. Since 1998, Charlottesville has become home to […]
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Come FISH with JABA – Make a difference in a child’s life!
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Have some time to volunteer? FISH is looking for more school tutor/mentors.
JABA FISH is on the hunt for more talented volunteers! If you are interested in learning more about FISH, please contact Carleigh Showalter, JABA Volunteer Coordinator cshowalter@jabacares.org │(434) 817-5226 Training dates for new FISH volunteers are now listed online at http://www.jabacares.org/fish-friends-schools-helping.
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Brain Training: Learn to code by volunteering in a #CSFirst / #Scratch after-school club.
CS First/Scratch – Volunteer & Keep Your Brain Sharp!
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Google #CSFirst #Scratch Club – perfect for a diverse elementary school population!
We were so pleased with our first run of the CS First – Game Design activities during our Spring 2015 after-school Computer Club for students in third and fourth grade at Jackson-Via ES. We discovered Google’s CS First midway in our Scratch Club schedule this spring, and thus we ran out of meetings before we were able to […]