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How to integrate environmental concepts into every subject

eSchool News

I wanted to see the impact of nature journaling, as a representation of interdisciplinary environmental literacy, on students. The activity I built required students to quietly journal outside, using prompts driven by ELA, art, and social studies standards. Last year, I organized the first-ever PK-12 Youth Climate Summit in history.

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3 best practices to create a STEM-focused school

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You must have enough teachers, the right technology, and lessons that infuse STEM into all classes including history and English/language arts, just to name a few. A history teacher can take their students to virtually explore a battlefield, versus simply having them read accounts and examine photos. Forge community partnerships.

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Explore 8+ STEM Activities for Middle School to Get a Reaction

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Check out STEM activities for middle school that are sure to catch teenagers attention and inspire them to learn more. Build historical machines in interdisciplinary projects 7. Construct a thermal insulator device Concepts to Cover in Middle School STEM Prepare for the future with STEM activities for middle school 1.

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5 approaches that engage middle school students in STEM learning

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Incorporate hands-on activities and experiments Hands-on activities let students engage directly with STEM concepts, making learning tangible and memorable. For math, measurement and geometry activities like building models or plotting data can turn abstract numbers into something students can visualize and manipulate.

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The Kiski School: A Transformative Boarding School Experience Rooted in Tradition

k12 Digest

And in September 2024, history took a bold turn as Kiski welcomed young women into its ranks and opened a new chapter in its storied legacy. With a rich history, an eye on the future, and a commitment to academic and athletic achievement, Kiski continues to redefine what it means to be a boarding school in the 21st century.

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The STEM Careers Coalition Celebrates Black Leaders in STEM with Dynamic Digital Careers Content and Exclusive Virtual Events

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Each career profile video is accompanied by fun activities that help students gain a deeper understanding of the world of work, helping them see themselves as the next generation of STEM leaders. Learn more here. Additional details and registration information can be found here.

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Civics Education Is Essential for Creating Engaged Citizens. I’m Hopeful It's About to Make a Comeback.

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history in a traditional public rural high school and now in a public alternative school, I have learned that the most effective strategies for providing an authentic civics learning experience are rooted in knowledge and require learners to simulate a real-life phenomenon. history and civics for the first time as upperclassmen.

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