SCHOOL LIFE
Creatures That Go "Bite" in the Night
Bed bugs wait for dark, snuggle up beside unsuspecting sleepers and take a bite before scattering when the lights come on.Read More
SCHOOL SHOPPING
Traditional Textbooks May Be Replaced by E-Readers
-readers are palm-sized electronic devices that can offer newspapers, magazines and books as digital content.Read More
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In The Classroom
How to Boost Your GPA the Easy Way
Grade point average, or GPA, is a number that follows students through high school and university. An often accurate representation of a student's academic performance, GPA is always changing, giving students constant opportunities to improve as a result.» Read More
Integration of Autistic Children
Today's educators are increasingly aware of the learning disabilities common in children. One of the more widely publicized and much debated conditions is autism. The educationl debate with respect to autism largely surrounds whether segregated autism classrooms or integrated programs are better for the child.» Read More
Technology Helping Today's Students and Teachers
Since the turn of the century, technology has changed just about every aspect of life. Perhaps nowhere is that more evident than in the increasing rate of cellular phone subscribers.
According to CTIA-The Wireless Association(R), an international nonprofit representing the wireless communications industry, cell phone subscribers totaled a little more than 86 million in 1999. By 2008, that figured had ballooned to more than 262 million, a staggering increase in such a short period of time.
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University Prep Tips for High School Juniors
High school students, particularly high school seniors, anxiously anticipate their next step after high school. With the freedom and excitement of university just around the corner, it's no wonder high school seniors often catch a case of "senioritis" as the school year carries on.
With university acceptance letters already in hand, many seniors might be able to relax somewhat and enjoy their waning days of high school with friends. High school juniors, however, can use their third year of high school to set themselves apart from their classmates as well as the competition at other schools. Taking the following tips to heart will not only help kids gain entry into the school of their choice, but possibly help them gain some financial assistance as well.
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