Speech and Debate, as an extracurricular activity, is far more than just a forum for eloquent expression. It is a structured platform that fosters the development of essential life skills, cultivates critical thinking, and prepares individuals to...
Education
Robotics in the Region empower minds, brighten futures for students
In the dynamic landscape of education, robotics programs have emerged as influential catalysts, offering students unparalleled opportunities to acquire essential skills and knowledge. These initiatives not only enhance students' understanding of STEM...
Prioritizing your child’s mental health this back-to-school season
It’s that time of year when families are busy checking off those back-to-school lists. You’re likely making sure your student has the right notebooks, folders, pens and pencils – but even more important than school supplies is making sure your...
Resources to help speed up employee payouts from supplemental benefits
Employees who’ve faced a medical crisis know the financial stress that can come with it.That’s why many of them purchase supplemental benefits to help cover out-of-pocket expenses from a serious accident, critical illness...
Graduation Station 2023
We are so thrilled to have captured so many different varieties of photos to celebrate 2023 graduates this year. No matter what—we're there to cover these moments in whatever form they take. Caps off to all 2023 grads for perseverance! Don't forget...
New Report: 92% of Jobs Require Digital Skills, One-Third of Workers Have Low or No Digital Skills Due to Historic Underinvestment, Structural Inequities
Today, National Skills Coalition (NSC) in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta released Closing the Digital Skill Divide, a real-time snapshot of demand for digital skills in the US labor market. The analysis finds that 92% of jobs...
Renee Hall honored with Michigan City Education Award
On an annual basis the Michigan City Chamber of Commerce solicits nominations from local schools, teachers, and community members for its Michigan City Education Award. This year that process began in October and after a review of all nominations the...
Ollie the emotional support puppy brightens students’ lives at Nathan Hale Elementary
For years, Julie Pearson, principal at Nathan Hale Elementary, has wanted to bring an emotional support puppy to her school. Pearson brought up the idea during principle meetings and mentioned the benefits that having an emotional support puppy at...
Boosting student physical activity during Field Day at Hall STEM Academy
Kids at Hall STEM Academy in north Minneapolis are getting a lesson in outdoor fun. For the school’s annual Field Day event, several University of Minnesota student-athletes were on site to help coordinate activities and invoke a little friendly...
Graduation Station 2022
We are so thrilled to have captured so many different varieties of photos to celebrate 2022 graduates this year. No matter what - we're there to cover these moments in whatever form they take. Caps off to all 2022 grads for perseverance in...