We live in a world in which we need to share responsibility. It’s easy to say “It’s not my child, not my community, not my world, not my problem.” Then there are those who see the need and respond. I consider those people my heroes.~Fred Rogers Each year on August 19th, we celebrate World Humanitarian … read more »
July 26 marked the thirty-second anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) signing and is recognized annually as National Disability Independence Day. The ADA ensures the rights of disabled people to access government, public establishments, transportation, and communication. In the years since the signing of the ADA, communication is arguably the area with the … read more »
Educators don’t just instruct on curriculum – they are extremely invested and intertwined with their students’ lives and well-being. If an educator isn’t prioritizing self-care and social wellness, they can experience burnout for themselves, their students, or both. ~Heather Ngoma July is Social Wellness Month. The concept of incorporating self-care and social wellness practices into … read more »
Space Exploration Day is celebrated annually on July 20. It commemorates the first landing of the Eagle lunar module on the moon’s Sea of Tranquility. NASA’s contributions to exploring our world continue toward discovering new and exciting places in our universe. We often talk about using primary sources in classrooms to promote student understanding of content—and what … read more »
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. Mahatma Gandhi Each year, the United Nations designates June 23 as Public Service Day. This event began with the UN’s resolution of 2013 recognizing and celebrating public service’s value to the community. There are many benefits to performing community and … read more »