Annual Art Contest Provides Way For Students to Express Emotions
The second annual Substance Use Prevention Art Showcase was held April 8.
The event featured the work of Rowan County middle and high school students.
There were 22 entries this year, up from six last year.
The Viewer's Choice Award winner was Daniela Nunez Lopez, an 11th grader from Jesse C.
Lopez said that someone come up to her and tell her that they have "struggled with addiction"
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Career Pathways Programs Have Huge Bipartisan Support. D.C. Should Get on Board 
Colorado, Indiana, Delaware and many other states see career pathways programs as essential in today's rapidly changing labor market.Policymakers designing pathways programs should speak to local...more
Colorado, Indiana, Delaware and many other states see career pathways programs as essential in today's rapidly changing labor market.Policymakers designing pathways programs should speak to local...more
These 2 Michigan Cities Among 100 'Most Livable' in the U.S., Ranking Says 
Ann Arbor and Troy are among the 100 small- to medium-sized cities that made this year's list.Ann Arbor scored high for education, amenities and health.The city was also voted the safest city in...more
Ann Arbor and Troy are among the 100 small- to medium-sized cities that made this year's list.Ann Arbor scored high for education, amenities and health.The city was also voted the safest city in...more
Orange County Schools and Districts Recognized With 2025 California Green Ribbon Awards 
Orange County schools and districts recognized with 2025 California Green Ribbon Awards.The Anaheim Union High School District earned silver recognition for its districtwide environmental...more
Orange County schools and districts recognized with 2025 California Green Ribbon Awards.The Anaheim Union High School District earned silver recognition for its districtwide environmental...more
Fort Bend Isd Plans to Remain Competitive Through Specialized Academies Amid Charter ... 
Fort Bend ISD administrators have unveiled a three-to-five year plan to expand student choice and academy programs districtwide.In August, the district will pilot five new "premier opportunities" at...more
Fort Bend ISD administrators have unveiled a three-to-five year plan to expand student choice and academy programs districtwide.In August, the district will pilot five new "premier opportunities" at...more
Dept. of Public Instruction: After Feds Cut Green Ribbon Schools, Wisconsin Launches Own ... 
Mahone Middle School in Kenosha and West De Pere High School in De Pere were honored for outstanding efforts to reduce environmental impact and costs.The Stewardship and Sustainability Award is part...more
Mahone Middle School in Kenosha and West De Pere High School in De Pere were honored for outstanding efforts to reduce environmental impact and costs.The Stewardship and Sustainability Award is part...more
Coral Springs Museum of Art Offers Creative Summer Camp Programs For Kids and Teens 
The Coral Springs Museum of Art is inviting young artists to unlock their creativity this summer with a variety of immersive and educational camp programs.The camps are designed to spark imagination,...more
The Coral Springs Museum of Art is inviting young artists to unlock their creativity this summer with a variety of immersive and educational camp programs.The camps are designed to spark imagination,...more
A Decade of Bold Ideas From the Heart of Belgian Creativity 
A Decade of Bold Ideas from the Heart of Belgian Creativity.The Creative Belgium School has become a growing brand in the hearts of students and future professionals.All proceeds from the awards are...more
A Decade of Bold Ideas from the Heart of Belgian Creativity.The Creative Belgium School has become a growing brand in the hearts of students and future professionals.All proceeds from the awards are...more
Columbia State Hosts 2025 High School Competition 
The list of this year's winners includes: World Geography, Mass Communications, Sociology, and Piano Performance.The competition continues to focus on humanities disciplines and has added math...more
The list of this year's winners includes: World Geography, Mass Communications, Sociology, and Piano Performance.The competition continues to focus on humanities disciplines and has added math...more
Ecb's 20Th Anniversary: Meet the Big Five in Charge
The Enloe Executive Council will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2025-2026.Shailen Fofaria, Noe Roark, Evie Hammer, Parker Acree, Tiffany Ye and Penny Choy are the Big Five.Learn more about each...more
The Enloe Executive Council will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2025-2026.Shailen Fofaria, Noe Roark, Evie Hammer, Parker Acree, Tiffany Ye and Penny Choy are the Big Five.Learn more about each...more
Minnesota Women's Press 2025 Youth Resource Guide: Jobs and Activities
Augsburg Women's Soccer Youth Camps will host a series of camps this fall and winter for boys and girls ages 6-12.Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts offers youth glass camps (ages 9-17) and adult...more
Augsburg Women's Soccer Youth Camps will host a series of camps this fall and winter for boys and girls ages 6-12.Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts offers youth glass camps (ages 9-17) and adult...more
Wednesday April 23, 2025
Social Entrepreneurship
Spotlight
Social Enterprise Is Re-Housing Unwanted Furniture
Weston Mill-based social enterprise Surplus Rescue CIC (Community Interest Company) recycles and finds homes for unwanted furniture. To date, it has received “extensive amounts” of quality second-hand furniture including desks, pedestals, cupboards and office chairs from a former local authority office equipment – and wants to find them a good home.
