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October 2011: Starting Strong
Creating a positive working and learning environment and help for struggling readers is the focus of this month's edition.
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Focus on the Positive
When it comes to solving an organization's problems, focusing on what's working may be the best way to fix what's wrong. Read more >
Students Bring Learning to Life
Imaginative exploration has been shown to aid student understanding. Read more (pdf download) >
Help for Struggling Readers
Strategies to help young learners overcome difficulties in reading. Read more (pdf download) >
Political Landscape
Updates on summer legislation. Read more >
Tip of the Month
Educational Minutes give your children a strong start for a fantastic school year with back to school tips, and help them meet their homework challenges. More >
