RACINE – For the 2023-24 school year, students at all 16 Racine Unified School District (RUSD) elementary schools will have access to reading tutors from Wisconsin Reading Corps. Mallory Umar, the district’s assistant director of curriculum and instruction, couldn’t be happier with the upcoming expansion and previous successes. “Reading Corps is really exciting to me. […]
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18 students graduate from Cops ‘N Kids Margaret Drysdale Reading Program
RACINE — 18 students enrolled in the Margaret Drysdale Reading Program at Cops ‘N Kids Reading Center, 800 Villa St., have graduated. The Cops ‘N Kids Margaret Drysdale Reading Program graduating class of 2023. – The following students, Toboisha Picket, Jr., Neture Brown, Royles Bruce III, Skylar Byrom, Kalei Cornett, Shumar Foulks, Jr., Railynn Golden, […]
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Voyager Series Workshops begin June 29 at Root River Environmental Education Center
RACINE — The Root River Environmental Education Community Center (REC) is gearing up for a summer packed with a Voyager Series of Workshops starting June 29. The Voyager Series will be held at the REC at 1301 W. 6th St. in Racine. Navigate safely through gorgeous views with ease with the basics of canoeing and kayaking […]
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False choice: Wisconsin taxpayers support schools that can discriminate
by Phoebe Petrovic / Wisconsin Watch, Wisconsin WatchMay 5, 2023 In 2022, the two Fox Valley Lutheran High School students were a few months from graduating when they got called into the dean’s office. One was the cheerleading captain and National Honor Society inductee; the other a basketball player, homecoming queen and student council member. […]
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Innovative high school curriculum incorporates graphic novels and comic books into English classes
Reading classic literature in school is a daunting task for many students. There are actually ways to make literature more engaging and accessible. One of the best examples of this is the incorporation of graphic novels and comic books into the English curriculum. Even the best and highest-achieving students dread the moment when they have […]
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The power of heroic role models in education: inspiring students to reach their full potential
Based on social cognitive theory, heroic role models can improve a student’s self-efficacy. They increase the aspirations and academic performance of a learner. A 2021 publication by the National Library of Medicine says they are a crucial motivational variable in a student’s life. Role models influence and teach by example. Learners watch them as they […]
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6 of the best colleges to attend in Wisconsin
Love the idea of attending college in Wisconsin but can’t decide which school to join? We’re here to help. We’re passionate about Wisconsin college life and have a list of schools you’d definitely enjoy attending. The wide-ranging school programs cover everything from life sciences and arts to engineering, information sciences, and public affairs. Lessons may […]
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Racine Public Library renovation now complete
RACINE, WIS. — The Racine Public Library eagerly invites the community to explore its newly renovated second floor at a reopening celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 20. The celebration will honor what the library does best by sharing resources with the community through a health fair. The Health and Family […]
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Racine Roundup on TMJ4: Pink Paddling Power, Egg Hunts, & Easter Brunches
The Racine Roundup aired on TMJ4 during the 4 O’Clock news on Thursday, March 30. This week, Racine County Eye staff writer Emma Widmar discussed various community happenings with TMJ4 anchors Ryan Jenkins and Carole Meekins to discuss the happenings around Racine County. 1. Pink Paddling Power fundraiser The fundraiser, Sue Meredith’s Purses with a […]
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Racine Roundup on TMJ4: Read to a Dog, Mental Health Retreat, and Bill Martin’s fundraiser
The Racine Roundup aired on TMJ4 during the 4 O’Clock news on Thursday, March 23. This week, Racine County Eye web editor Loren Lamoreaux discussed various community happenings with TMJ4 anchors Ryan Jenkins and Susan Kim to discuss the happenings around Racine County. 1. Read to a Dog program Through the Read to a Dog […]
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‘Read to a Dog’ at Graham Public Library fosters confidence in young readers, 15 minutes at a time
RACINE COUNTY — Through the Read to a Dog program at the Graham Public Library, 1215 Main St., in Union Grove, children are positively impacted by the company of a furry and four-legged friend. Rick Torres and his dog Reba at the March Read to a dog program event. – Dogs are commonly known as […]
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Forged in tradition: the importance of Army values in Wisconsin’s military school culture
Tradition runs deep in Wisconsin military schools. These institutions have been a part of the state’s educational system for over a century. They maintain different teaching techniques. Students learn to respect every teacher and authority position and their classmates. Educating them in class on the Army’s seven principles and army values essay is important. These […]
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Cops ‘N Kids receives $5K grant from Andis Foundation to support literacy programs
RACINE — Through a grant provided by Andis Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, the Cops ‘N Kids Reading Center has been awarded $5,000. The award given will continue to support at-risk youth and further community policing throughout Racine through children’s literacy programs. Since 1998, Cops ‘N Kids has helped to empower and enable children to strive […]
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4 differences between higher education in the USA and Canada
There are many reasons why people choose higher education in the U.S. and Canada. One of the main reasons is the availability of excellent universities in both countries. The universities here offer a wide variety of courses and degrees to cater to different needs and interests. Furthermore, both countries provide world-class educational infrastructure in terms […]