February 11, 2012
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Events
- Movie showtimes
- Boy Scout Pancake Day Feb. 11 , 6 a.m.
- Cake Decorating Feb. 11 , 10:30 a.m.
- EHS presents "Into the Woods" Feb. 11 , 1 p.m.
- Paper Bead Making Feb. 11 , 2 p.m.
- EHS presents "Into the Woods" Feb. 11 , 6:30 p.m.
- The Red Dress Ball Feb. 11 , 8 p.m.
- Richard Slimon Gallery Feb. 11
- Granada Movie - The King and I Feb. 12 , 2 p.m.
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School Trial a Success
I'm glad to see that the TPLC Virtual Program was highlighted in the article too. It's nice to know that students not only in Emporia, but in surrounding counties and across Kansas have access to this sort of option in eduction. Something with high quality curriculum with options for homeschoolers!
Sometimes the traditional public school is not what is best for our kids and a place like this that's able to help ALL children is a God's send. I hope you get a lot of people visit or at least call to find out more!
May 4, 2007 at 7:33 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Parents think gifted children shortchanged
Sorry--was out for a bit.
Harrison Bergeron is a short story written in 1961 by Kurt Vonnegut (recently deceased). You can find it here: http://instruct.westvalley.edu/lafave... It's actually a pretty quick and easy read, well worth the time! :)
Here's a short description from eNotes: A futuristic story dealing with universal themes of equality, freedom, power and its abuses, and media influence, ‘‘Harrison Bergeron’’ continues to evoke thoughtful responses about equality and individual freedom in the United States.
And yes, 4_Emporia, I agree wholeheartedly! I personally work every day to make a change in education! :)
April 18, 2007 at 9:29 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Parents think gifted children shortchanged
wow! I agree that all parents should work to supplement their kids' learning, but the fact is that many people don't. Some people can't. Not all gifted kids are from affluent, white families (some people may think these families can do more for their kids). Besides, if I'm paying taxes to the government, then my kids should be receiving a full day's worth of education. period. Besides, many seem to supplement with activities other than academics and then that goes by the wayside.
Yes, our schools do have a lot to deal with. However, our gifted kids should not be ignored just because they can learn faster and/or deeper. Yes, all students do have potential. We just want to see ALL kids being able to use their full potentials. Why ignore these kids needs? It seems so "Harrison Bergeron!"
February 7, 2007 at 1:51 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Winning Ways
So proud of you guys! Keep the good things going for the bright kids!!
January 30, 2007 at 10:02 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )