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A Different Kind of Back-to-School Supply List It's that time of year again when stores are filled with families seeking school supplies and children exclaiming, "I need a new backpack/ruler/notebook/calculator/pair of shoes." Barbershops and malls are filled with youngsters getting "prepared" for school with new haircuts and clothes. What about your supply lists? Are your communities prepared to meet students' needs? Are your schools ready? It's time to take action! ASCD proposes a broader definition of achievement and accountability that promotes the development of children who are healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged. Learn more about the whole child, and then ask your child's teacher, principal, and local school board how they will ensure that each child's needs are met. Challenge your chamber of commerce or community association to hold themselves accountable along with schools for the development of children. Speak out! » Gather your "supplies" at WholeChildEducation.org. Find stories, resources, news, and quotes from policymakers to help you take action in your community. |
Real Stories "There is so much more to education than just classroom instruction. Schools should be using both a proactive and reactive approach to connecting with disconnected students and working on the whole child. In our elementary school we use morning programs, arts in education (for music, we work directly with the Albany Symphony), and a lot of sensory-motor activities to get students excited about coming to school and less anxious about the school day." —Peter D., Albany, NY Click here to see the rest of Peter's story and many more. » Expect More. Get More. |
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—New Hampshire Department of Education Commissioner Lyonel B. Tracy Click here to see more quotes from policymakers like Commissioner Tracy. |
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