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Nov 09 2024EDUCATION

School's Clever Data Backup Strategy

In our digital age, schools like LSP SV-IPB are entrusted with a ton of sensitive student data. Handling this information requires careful planning, which is why the school chose Synology NAS for their data storage needs. This system isn't your average storage solution; it's built to manage backups

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Nov 08 2024CRIME

Kenosha School Staff Foil Potential Threat

Earlier this week, Kenosha's Roosevelt Elementary School faced a frightening moment. A teenager tried to enter the school with a bag, raising suspicion among the staff. Instead of allowing them inside, the staff confronted the individual, who then fled the scene, heading into a nearby neighborhood.

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Nov 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Fire Rages in California: Homes Destroyed, Heroes at Work

In California, a wildfire named the Mountain fire is causing chaos. It's already burned over 19, 600 acres and destroyed many homes in Ventura County. The fire is so big that firefighters are still trying to contain it. They're using helicopters and ground teams to fight the blaze, but strong winds

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Nov 08 2024EDUCATION

Revamping History Lessons: Is 'Our Island Story' Enough?

Everyone loves a good story, right? And where better to learn one than at school? That's why some folks think it's a great idea to focus history lessons on the exciting tales of our nation's past. This way, students can feel proud of their country and get along with their neighbors. In England, thou

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Nov 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Weather Woes: Schools Adjust Plans

Heavy rains are causing some schools in the Midlands to change their Thursday plans. Bamberg District 3 is going digital, making it an e-learning day. Orangeburg County School District is closing their doors due to flooding roads. Both districts will keep an eye on conditions and share updates as ne

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Nov 07 2024EDUCATION

How Online Games Shape Kids' Language

These days, tech is zooming ahead, and one cool thing it's brought us is online games. But have you ever thought about how these games might be influencing the way kids in elementary school learn language? A recent study took a deep dive into this topic. They looked at fourth-graders, ages 9-11, at

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Chicago's Board of Education Elections: A Tale of Teachers, Money, and Voter Sentiment

Chicago's recent school board elections were more than just local contests. They became a referendum on Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU). Only four out of ten CTU-backed candidates seemed likely to win seats on the new hybrid Board of Education. The races were influenced by

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Nov 07 2024EDUCATION

17th Year of School: Did It Make a Difference?

In 1972, Britain rolled out an education reform that added an extra year of schooling, making it 16 years in total. This change set up a unique experiment for researchers to compare the brain health of adults who got that extra year with those who didn't. Surprisingly, a study led by Nickolas Judd a

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Nov 06 2024EDUCATION

Game-Based Learning in High Schools: Exploring Educational Games

Welcome to the world of educational games in secondary schools! These games are not just fun, but they also have a serious purpose: to help students learn. There are three main types of educational games. First, there are educational serious games. These are digital games designed to teach specific

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Nov 06 2024EDUCATION

Special Ed Departments: A Success Story

You might be wondering how one special education department turned things around and became a shining example for others. Let's take a step back and look at the journey of Payson's special education department. Once upon a time, it wasn't where it wanted to be. But with dedication and hard work, it

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