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Yahoo
17 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Rep. Orlando Ramos offers tie-tying lessons to Springfield students
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Representative Orlando Ramos is launching a new initiative to teach young men in Springfield Public Schools how to tie a tie. He and community mentors visited Putnam Academy on Friday morning to set students on the path to success. Ramos says that this is an important yet overlooked life skill and hopes to show students the importance of making a good impression. He told 22News, 'I hope they walk away with the experience of seeing people who look like them. And positive role models that are in the community, both in the private sector and the public sector, and learn about careers that they're not even aware of.' Ramos is a Putnam graduate and wanted to give back to the community there. He hopes to expand this initiative to all of Springfield's public schools, so that everyone can learn how to tie a tie. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBC
22-05-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Toronto passes bylaw to restrict protests around places of worship, schools
Toronto city councillors have officially passed a bylaw to limit protests around institutions like schools and places of worship. CBC's Lane Harrison breaks down the decision that followed a heated debate.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Music program at Chesapeake Public Schools gets nationally recognized
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — Music classes in Chesapeake are in the national spotlight, as the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation is naming them a . Orion Burke, supervisor of music at Chesapeake Public Schools, said getting this designation was a team effort across the entire school division. 'One of the things that I love most about my position is being able to go into classrooms and just see music being made,' Burke said. From the teachers, to the parents and students, Burke said it took an entire community to get recognized by the NAMM Foundation. Burke said NAMM is a governing body that sets national standards for music programs. To keep up this momentum, Burke is spearheading the Tech Lab School at Oscar Smith Middle School next year. 'Students will learn to compose music, to use digital audio workstations, to set up microphones and everything that they need to create music and be in the digital age,' Burke said. 'We do the classical thing really well, but we also want to do the digital.' On a national level, the Oscar Smith High School Chamber Orchestra just completed a performance in Atlanta. About 25 young performers went on stage for the American String Teaching Association National Orchestra Festival. 'That's a huge honor,' Burke said. 'There's only a handful of schools in the entire nation, maybe 15 or 20 schools who are selected for this. They went down to Atlanta for this and did a wonderful job.' Growing up in Chesapeake, Burke came around full circle to wind up in this position. He believes music programs not only helps kids perform well in other subjects through critical thinking it keeps them interested in school. 'I truly believe art is the human side of what we do,' he said. Other school divisions receiving this distinction in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore regions include Hampton City Schools, Newport News Public Schools, Norfolk Public Schools, Northampton County Public Schools (Va.), Suffolk Public Schools, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools and the York County School Division. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Time Business News
19-05-2025
- General
- Time Business News
How to Evaluate a School System When Buying a New House
If you have kids or plan to have them, you must evaluate the local school system when purchasing a new home. A good school district enhances childhood education but can also maintain or boost the value of a property. These are the key factors to consider when assessing the local school system where you might buy a home. Start online. Use school rating websites to check out local educational institutions. Platforms such as Niche or Great Schools provide parent reviews and numerical ratings that reflect test scores, student-to-teacher ratios, college readiness, and academic performance. Your criteria should involve more than these ratings; they provide a helpful snapshot to start your search. Whenever possible, schedule a tour of the school your kid might attend. Observing classrooms, walking the halls, and talking to administrators can yield valuable insights you won't see in the numbers. Be mindful of classroom engagement, school cleanliness, and the demeanor of students and staff. Inquire about extracurricular activities, school culture, and support services. If possible, have your children tour the school too so they can help determine if it's a good fit or not. Look past standardized test scores and consider how broad the academic offerings are. Does the school have honors or advanced placement courses? Is there support for English language learners or students with special needs? High-performing schools typically offer diverse curricula, including STEM programs, music, arts, and enrichment opportunities. A school with smaller class sizes means more individualized attention for its students. Check out the student-to-teacher ratios and educator qualifications. Are they credentialed and experienced? High teacher turnover rates might suggest administrative issues or low morale that impact student outcomes. Well-rounded educations involve more than just academics. Look into schools' extracurricular programs, including clubs, sports, and arts. Look at how engaged the local community is with that school. Active community partnerships and parent-teacher organizations usually signal a supportive and healthy school environment. Make sure the home you're thinking about buying is inside the school boundaries you're looking at. School zones can and do change, so ensure the current district maps are accurate. Some neighborhoods might feed into more than one school based on each street, even in the same development. School performance might change over time. Research the district's long-term funding stability, academic trends, and enrollment projections. An educational establishment enjoying an upward trajectory is an excellent investment for your family, but a declining district can hurt your child's education and the resale value of your home. Buying a home is likely to be the most significant investment you'll make in life, but you need to consider more than the property itself. A strong school district adds property value, supports stable neighborhoods, and fosters community pride, and it also plays a large part in a home's resale rate. Take the time necessary to research the local schools and visit them so you can make an informed and confident decision. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Arab Times
12-05-2025
- Health
- Arab Times
'Green Schools' program fosters eco and health awareness in students
KUWAIT CITY, May 12: The Kuwait Environment Protection Society (KEPS) continues its commitment to fostering environmental and health consciousness in educational institutions through its "Green Schools" program. This initiative aims to equip educators with the necessary knowledge and tools to address emerging environmental and health challenges, particularly in the context of accelerating climate change. On Monday, KEPS organized an awareness workshop titled "Viruses from Origin to Mutations, Climate Impacts, and Prevention Methods" at Latifa Al-Barak School for Girls. This session is part of a series of activities designed to promote health and environmental awareness in schools and create a safe, child-friendly educational environment. Dr. Hessa Taqi, a certified trainer in the Green Schools program, led the workshop. She provided insights into the origin and genetic evolution of viruses, their relationship to climate change, and the impact of environmental changes on viral mutations. The session also offered practical guidance to help teachers prevent viral diseases within the classroom, especially in light of recurring health challenges. The workshop aimed to raise awareness among teachers about ways to prevent viral diseases and link them to environmental factors, thereby enhancing the ability of schools to provide a healthy and safe educational environment. A simplified guide was distributed, outlining immediate procedures when symptoms of illness appear among students, such as temporary isolation and communication with parents. The guide also emphasized promoting a culture of cleanliness and ventilation inside the classroom and discouraging the sharing of personal items. The importance of seasonal vaccinations, particularly the influenza vaccine, was also highlighted to maintain a healthy and safe school environment for all students and teachers. KEPS's ongoing efforts through the "Green Schools" program underscore its dedication to enhancing environmental and health education in Kuwait's schools, preparing educators and students to effectively respond to the challenges posed by climate change.
