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5 Ways to Keep Students Engaged Through the Last Day of School
Let's face it: summer vacation is mere weeks away and students are becoming less attentive and more restless with each passing day.

Create a Commercial
This fun activity gives them the opportunity to create their own advertisement and learn the art of persuasion for themselves.

Making the Case for Place-Based Education
If you’ve ever taken your students on a field trip to a museum, zoo or historical monument, then you’ve practiced PBE in some form.

Spring Learning Activity: Build a Bird’s Nest
Spring is the perfect time to explore nature! This STEM activity teaches students about birds’ natural habitats and how they’re constructed.

6 Tips for Effective Collaboration Between Program Directors and School Principals
School principals play an integral role in after school program success, particularly school-based programs.

Earth Day Activities for all Ages
Earth Day activities to help achieve global climate and environmental literacy.