Understanding STEM Education When Mia was in middle school, she loved building small robots with her dad. She didn’t know it yet, but what she was doing was part of something much bigger—STEM education. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, and it’s a way of learning that connects these subjects to prepare students for
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Introduction Lucy was scrolling through her phone one evening after finishing her homework. She saw two different news stories about the same school board decision. The first article said the board was “taking bold action to protect students.” The second article said the board was “ignoring the voices of parents and destroying trust.” Lucy felt
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Mastering Your Studies: How to Study Properly and Like a Pro for School Success Sarah stared at her textbook for the third hour straight, highlighting line after line in fluorescent yellow. Her exam was tomorrow, and panic was setting in. Sound familiar? Most students think studying harder means studying longer, but research shows that’s completely
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You slam your textbook closed at 1:12 a.m., pulse skipping because the grade on the screen doesn’t match the effort you thought you put in.That sinking feeling is familiar, and you deserve a better way forward — one that doesn’t ask you to study twice as long or give up the activities that matter to you. This
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8 Effective Test-Taking Strategies to Increase Your SOL Score A Moment Every Student Knows You wake up the morning of an SOL and your stomach tightens.You flip through notes, wondering which study move actually helps.You want simple steps that reduce stress and raise your confidence. You are not alone. Virginia’s Standards of Learning are the
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8 Fun Study Habits for Students to Help you Ace Your Assignments You might know the feeling of sitting down to begin an assignment and watching your focus fade almost immediately. Maya, a student I once worked with, felt that same frustration. She tried to concentrate, but every study session felt draining and unclear. You
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