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Engage autism sprectrum disorder (ASD) youth in summer programs
Published on May 8, 2012
Explore best practices for including ASD youth in summer programs from working closely with parents, to program transitions, to planning for success. -
Associations further explore the benefits of horse-back riding in therapy
Published on May 8, 2012
Research and associations recognize equine as a useful tool for therapeutic riders. -
Time management for teens: Becoming “ringmasters” – Act I
Published on May 8, 2012
Teens need to understand the importance to take conscious control of their time and energy and to be proactive about planning their schedule, learning to manage time like a circus performance and becoming the ringmaster of a successful show. -
Science ideas for preschoolers – Part 1: Stream table science
Published on May 8, 2012
Teach young children about how streams and erosion work in waterways where they live. -
Public service student loan forgiveness can save borrowers big bucks
Published on May 8, 2012
Federal student loan borrowers who work in the public sector are able to have a portion of their student loans forgiven. -
The important school readiness skill of responsibility can be easily taught to preschoolers
Published on May 8, 2012
Preschool children learn responsibility through everyday observation, practice and daily routine. -
Science ideas for preschoolers – Part 2: Race through the dirt
Published on May 8, 2012
Teach young children about the connection between surface water and groundwater with this simple activity. -
Use coaching as an alternative approach to encouraging children and fostering growth
Published on May 7, 2012
Build your child’s self-esteem, social, communication and coping skills with these encouraging coaching techniques. -
Student loans are not one-size fits all – make an informed decision
Published on May 6, 2012
There are big differences between federally-backed student loans and private loans; a bit of research can save borrowers thousands of dollars. -
Student loans are a cents-ible way to fund post-secondary education
Published on May 4, 2012
College graduates have lower unemployment rates and earn $550,000 more in lifetime earnings than high school graduates, making student loans a reasonable investment.