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The World’s Most Effective Colonizers

Greenwich Sentinel·
March 21, 2020·

Bats are the most effective insect control agents known to humankind, devouring countless mosquitoes and other biting and stinging insects each night. Bats are among the least understood and most beneficial creatures on our planet. Learn three simple steps we can all take to protect: bats, ourselves and our planet.

Promoting Honest Discussion and Healthy Debate

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March 21, 2020·

Civic education at a top all-girls school takes on even greater importance, given the underrepresentation of women in the highest echelons of national and global political leadership.

Teaching Children About the Value of Giving

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March 21, 2020·

While every culture has different terminology and customs, we all care about helping others.

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Helping your children to self-advocate

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March 21, 2020·

Use the online grade book as an opportunity to encourage your child to self-advocate

A 17 Year-Old’s Perspective on the College Process

Greenwich Sentinel·
March 21, 2020·

Are you a concerned parent, teacher, or student looking to gain a sense of perspective on the impact of the college process on high school students? In this column, Zane Khader (a senior at GHS) provides a real and relevant perspective on how the college process affects high school students and how parents can take an active role in their child's development by emphasizing a goal-oriented approach to life.

Greenwich Sentinel·
March 21, 2020·

River House is committed to providing the highest quality care to aging adults. At River House, members participate in vibrant activities, socialize with peers, and receive compassionate care. The River House family would not be complete without the many volunteers who visit with members, assist with activities, and use their unique skills and talents to provide members with wonderful new experiences

Just Listen

Greenwich Sentinel·
March 21, 2020·

In today’s high pressure, go-go-go society of cell phones, social media and instantaneous communication it can be a challenge to just sit and listen to someone. At Kids In Crisis, every day we see the power of what it means to really listen.

Teaching Young Children Responsibility

Greenwich Sentinel·
March 21, 2020·

Early Childhood is an excellent time to teach your child responsibility in caring for your household and contributing to the family. As a well-run preschool classroom includes classroom jobs for children such as door holder and snack helper, so appropriate home responsibilities are an essential component in young children's development. Responsibilities at home prove to increase children's independence, sense of accomplishment, confidence, and strengthen the family bond.

How to Choose the Best Curriculum for Your Children

Greenwich Sentinel·
March 21, 2020·

This column examines the shift in perception that a forward-thinking mindset can engender in education, looking at where that mindset leads and how to transition it into planning for a student's future goals.

Focus on the Behavior, not the Label

Greenwich Sentinel·
March 21, 2020·

By focusing on labeling a child a ‘bully’ or a ‘victim’, we miss the opportunity to educate and really change behaviors. The focus should be on the act itself and its impact on others rather than on a label.

Day: March 21, 2020