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The Pennsylvania science standards, previously adopted in 2002, were long overdue for an update. These older standards, focused heavily on rote memorization, no longer reflected the best practices in science education. In contrast, most other states...
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As schools face ongoing challenges like staffing shortages, student retention concerns, and evolving educational demands, virtual learning has become...
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On Thursday, April 24, Lincoln Learning Solutions participated in Bring Your Child to Work Day, hosting 30 children of employees. This marks the...
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Gage Wentzel is a student-athlete with dreams of pursuing his post-secondary education and wrestling career at a Division 1 school. As any serious...
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As a senior at the Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School, Matthew Scannell wanted to expand his German language studies. When he enrolled in Lincoln...
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Summary: Many students feel ready for college, but knowledge gaps often hold them back. A strong K-12 and higher ed partnership can bridge this...
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When it was time for her daughter to begin school, Susan Wallen was interested in exploring options outside of public education. At the time, her...
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Collaboration and teamwork were the name of the game when Hopewell High School hosted its first Unified Robotics Tournament, an event sponsored by...
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High-impact tutoring has proven to be an effective strategy for increasing student learning; however, online learners pose unique challenges to...
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Just this year, California became the 26th state to require financial literacy as a condition for graduation, contributing to a growing trend across...
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Communication is the cornerstone of education, both in and outside the classroom. As we become increasingly reliant on technology and online...
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For every student, there is nothing greater than the anticipation of a snow day. Knowing a snow day is coming means a break from the school routine...
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When you think of students taking online courses, Physical Education classes probably aren't your first thought; in fact, they may not come to mind...
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The holiday season is just around the corner. Children are often eager to help in the kitchen by measuring, mixing, and licking the spoon, of course....
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Brooklynn Pitts is not only a stellar student, she’s also an extremely talented performer. As a student at highly regarded Blue Ridge Academy in...
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For nearly 450 students in pre-K through 12th grades, each day at Grandview Preparatory School presents a personal educational journey where they can...
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Fall can be a challenging time of year for students who use WiFi cables to get to school instead of a bus. Digital learners and homeschoolers can...
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When middle school students move to high school, they encounter a wide range of academic choices that can influence their future educational or...
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Beyond decoding symbols on a page, reading is about unfolding a new world of knowledge, narratives, and ideas. At Lincoln Learning Solutions, we...
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As the educational world adapts to new digital paradigms, parents, educators, and students face different models, such as blended, hybrid, and...
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Peak through the window into a classroom and you’ll see students and teachers engaging in important ways. You’ll hear shared greetings, class...
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A child’s education is, by its very nature, a collaborative process. It takes the efforts of every member of the institution, as well as the...
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One of the most surprising results brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic was the significant investment that institutions worldwide committed to online...
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Fourth graders at Hopewell Elementary School in Hopewell Township are getting their hands dirty as they dig into learning about plants and gardening....
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Self-improvement can be a daunting task at the beginning of the year, no matter your occupation. Online teachers are no exception. Being prepared for...
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With summer break just around the corner, now is the perfect time to take a step back, evaluate your year of online teaching, and prepare for the...
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Smart devices have given us instant access to the web, no matter where we are or what we’re doing. They’ve changed the way we do business, how we...
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The winter holidays are just around the corner, and many kids are dreaming of an extended holiday break and the big guy in the red suit. With so much...
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Any teacher knows that keeping students engaged can be challenging. Student engagement can be even more difficult when you are an online teacher...
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In the evolving landscape of modern education, there's a significant move towards differentiated learning. Recognizing that no two students are...
In 2009, Lincoln Learning met with Centre Unified School District and discussed options for creating a statewide online school to preserve the...
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In 2016, a brick-and-mortar school district in Allegheny County, PA, incorporated our digital content and assessment library into their curriculum....
In 2016, Kitana Graham turned to PA Cyber after ongoing surgeries and extreme anxiety caused major delays in her high school coursework. Faced with...
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Our business model is simple; our clients come first. We aren’t in the market simply to sell a product or service. We’re here to partner with...
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From Java to Jakarta and Bintaro to Brazil, Don Lamison, who heads the nonprofit Urban Green Education Project, is doing wonders in the world of...
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National Day on Writing is celebrated each October to highlight the evolution and art of writing. The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)...
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The K-12 education landscape has undergone a significant transformation as technology has evolved. Traditional classroom teachers now have the luxury...
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A new school year is on the horizon. Whether you are new to online learning or a seasoned veteran, being prepared will help ease your stress. These...
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With Memorial Day in the rear-view mirror, students are getting excited about summer break, but learning doesn't have to stop when the final school...
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According to an American Enterprise Institute survey, credit recovery options are available in about 75 percent of U.S. high schools. The survey also...
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Summer break is finally here! Life seems to get a bit simpler when the school year ends. To help you fill some of that extra time, we’ve compiled a...
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“Invest in Our Planet” is the theme for the 53rd Earth Day, which we celebrate April 22, 2023. An investment in our planet is also an investment in...
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Helping your child to practice practical math skills throughout the year can lead to better retention at school. This weekly schedule provides a...
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You're likely familiar with playground slides, carnival slides, and waterslides. You may have even danced the "Cha Cha Slide" a time or two, but are...
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After recent changes to our curriculum, we found ourselves with a surplus of books taking up valuable storage space in our warehouse, which sparked...
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Is your child's school year riddled with more screen time than you'd like? Use summer break to challenge your kids to be more active. Here are a few...
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When it comes to online learning, parents are often unsure of how they can help their children succeed. Many parents of online students fail to...
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One of the most important parts of K-12 online learning involves student/teacher connections. When these connections occur, students are engaged and...
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The simplicity of the timeless card game War is downright brilliant. The object of the game is to win all the cards. Anyone can play. All you need is...
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With the flowers blooming and the sun emerging from the grey skies of winter, you’re probably itching to get outside. As you know, spring weather can...
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What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of math? You probably think about operations with numbers, memorizing formulas, and solving...
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This article will help both you and your children become acquainted with the Lincoln Empowered curriculum and offer some useful guidance as your...
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Self-efficacy is founded in having the belief in your ability to succeed. Having self-efficacy has lifelong benefits that can support a person...
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Fostering acts of kindness is more important for humanity than ever before. Teaching kindness at all age levels supports social and emotional...
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World Storytelling Day exists to encourage people all over the planet to share stories orally in their native tongue. It presents a great opportunity...
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Any teacher knows that lesson planning can be time consuming. It is an important part of a teacher's responsibility, nonetheless. Rather than...
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Testing time can be a source of anxiety for many K-12 students. Helping your child prepare can ease their stress, help them focus, and can ultimately...
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New and experienced online educators alike stumble when it comes to creating a teaching space. Knowing what accessories are necessary and positioning...
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Cybersecurity involves many aspects of technology, all of which are important to keeping individuals, organizations and their data safe. One of the...
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Change is difficult. When it comes to education, a student's transition out of a classroom setting and into an online learning environment comes with...
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Are your children ready to be scientists? Grab the goggles and get ready for some at-home science experiments. These fun chemistry activities will...
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Who doesn’t love a bright, colorful sticker on the top of their paper exclaiming “Great!,” “Awesome!,” or “You Rocked It!”? Although those fun...
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It’s sad, but true. Summer is almost over. Your August calendar is filling quickly, and you’re anticipating that beloved first day of school. Trying...
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Making slime is a popular activity for kids. If you can get past the mess, there are loads of benefits. The tactile experience taps into a child’s...
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Take a moment and think about your natural self-talk habits. Do you find that you're boosting yourself up to tackle the day or tearing yourself down?
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Spring is a special time of year. Maybe it’s the warmer temperatures, the fresh flowers, or the sunshine, but spring gives us all a chance for a...
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Lincoln Learning is proud to recognize JoAnne Sharpless and Dante Pelino, recipients of the Penn State Lincoln Learning Solutions Endowed Scholarship.
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If you had an hour per day to explore any passion, interest, or hobby, what would you choose? Having free time as adults allows us to pick and choose...
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Choosing how your children are educated is a big decision. Today, there are many options for kids, particularly through the COVID-19 pandemic....
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Are you and your children new to the online learning community? Change can be a difficult journey, and you may be feeling overwhelmed adjusting to a...
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Schools across the country recently tackled another challenging back-to-school season as they continued to grapple with COVID-19-related challenges....
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Each year, Lincoln Learning Solutions provides staff members with one additional day of paid time off to use as a Day of Caring. Employees can use...
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Does anyone else feel like this autumn has been physically exhausting and mentally draining? If you said yes, do you understand why you're feeling...
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Remember when you first became a teacher and how excited and motivated you were? Do you miss that feeling, or do you still feel the same way?...
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Are you looking for art projects that aren’t complicated and expensive? There are plenty of ways to incorporate art into your children’s daily...
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Lincoln Learning Solutions is helping MHY Family Services write a new chapter in its ongoing mission to provide educational support to at-risk...
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Today, more than ever, we are trying to stay positive. We are striving to persevere through constant adjustments to lifestyles, schooling, and social...
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Are your children struggling to focus or becoming increasingly frustrated throughout the day? Try adding some sensory breaks into their routines....
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Organizing school supplies during the year can be a challenge, regardless of how children attend school. Whether your kids attend school in-person,...
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No matter what age you are, music creates a fun and energizing atmosphere. Using music throughout the summer is a great way to add excitement and...
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The third-graders in Desarai Porada’s math class at Dutch Ridge Elementary in the Beaver Area School District are growing with math in more ways than...
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Have you ever had trouble getting motivated to start a task that seemed large and daunting? When a large task seems unattainable, it can be easy to...
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Celebrating Earth Day can be done in many ways—and not just on Earth Day. You can reduce waste, reuse items for other purposes, and recycle items you...
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This year, Earth Day symbolizes more than being environmentally conscious. As you look forward to life post-pandemic, consider how to improve your...
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There’s no doubt that games make learning fun. As a result, students are able to practice and absorb material while they play.
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With virtual and remote learning becoming more common than ever before, snow days might look a bit different. Regardless of whether your kids still...
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For many teachers and students, that first day of school may look quite a bit different this year as our nation continues to deal with the COVID-19...
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As districts plan for an uncertain 2020/21 academic year, many teachers have found themselves in a role they likely never imagined, that of an online...
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Finding and managing materials is one of the most difficult facets of teaching art in a regular brick-and-mortar classroom. Now that teachers have...
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As we continue our series on addressing the challenges brick-and-mortar art teachers face in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, we shift our focus to...
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The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken education dramatically. Students and teachers alike are now confined to learning and teaching within the walls of...
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On May 6, Lincoln Learning Solutions and Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Beaver County shared an important milestone. Working together alongside...
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At Lincoln Learning, online teaching is what we do best. No matter the reason you may be teaching online, we have some tips to help both you and your...
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At Lincoln Learning, online teaching is what we do best. However, we realize that many teachers are learning how to do it on the fly. You shouldn’t...
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At Lincoln Learning, online teaching is what we do best. No matter the reason you may be teaching online, we have some tips to help both you and your...
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At Lincoln Learning, online teaching is what we do best. No matter the reason you may be teaching online, we have some tips to help both you and your...
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For many parents whose children are now learning at home rather than in a traditional classroom environment, adjusting to the role of parent and...
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Since the Covid-19 pandemic, children’s lives have changed dramatically. Classes and sporting activities are canceled, events are postponed, and they...
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George Pacinda, Vice President of Philanthropy at Lincoln Learning, used his Day of Service to champion the Big Brothers Big Sisters program known as...
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As parents continue to adjust to the new normal of teaching their children at home, we want to help. Our science experts have created a guide filled...
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When it comes to teaching your children history from home, remind them that they are living it! Americans have never experienced state-mandated...
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These days, schooling looks entirely different. Many parents have become makeshift teachers, which can be quite overwhelming, depending on the...
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As the COVID-19 quarantine continues, consider helping your child create an art journal to express themselves. This fun and versatile art project is...
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Growth mindset is the belief that students can learn more or become smarter if they work hard and persevere. It addresses both the hearts and minds...
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As the Covid-19 quarantine continues, you’re likely searching for fun activities to keep your children occupied. Try creating art. If your art...
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Lincoln Learning is proud to recognize Robert Pratte and Aaron Csuy, recipients of the Penn State Lincoln Learning Solutions Endowed Scholarship.
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Card games, such as the timeless War, have been enjoyed for centuries. Have you ever considered using this elementary game of luck to help your...
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It’s that time of year, again. You are driving around, the snow is falling, and there are beautiful lights everywhere. There’s no better time of year...
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It’s the first week of December, and you’re probably still settling back into your work routine. Just when you think you have it all together, you...
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There’s no doubt that “Frozen II” is a mystical, magical movie. Some real magic happened during The Tull Family Theater’s sensory friendly screening...
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When it comes to topics in education, STEM always tops the list. As a parent, you’ve likely seen or heard this acronym many times. Encouraging your...
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In today’s world, people can connect with one another instantly. Those links can take people virtually anywhere in the world. Despite all these...
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Have you ever been to a big city with your children? If so, what steps did you take to ensure their safety? You may have held their hands or made...
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As most teachers and administrators know, 3D printers are the new craze in education technology. While these printers lend themselves to innovative...
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Lincoln Learning executives and staff recently visited MHY Family Services Longmore Academy to make a sizable contribution to student learning.
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“Music and the arts make a bridge across the world in ways that nothing else can.” -- Julie Andrews
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Whether your child is new to online learning or returning for a new year of digital coursework, it’s important to guide them along the way. Learning...
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Just because it’s summertime doesn’t mean that the Penn State Beaver campus is quiet. In fact, you might run into a Quiddich tournament, stumble upon...
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The holidays are just around the corner, which is a great time to teach your kids about money management. Maybe your children receive some cash from...
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Summer break seems to be the peak time of year when kids are asking for everything new toy under the sun. As parents, we can turn these wants into...
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The end of the school year is always a highly anticipated time for teachers and students, and it is often a time to celebrate. Acknowledging students...
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There is no doubt that The Center in Midland is making a difference in the small Beaver County town.
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When you see them on the street, they look like typical middle school students. Thanks in large part to their teacher, Kerry Wilson, these kids are...
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Just like any teacher, your passion is helping your students to learn and prepare for their future. Part of that responsibility is teaching students...
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As an online teacher, you likely have access to a plethora of data within your learning management system (LMS). Are you using this data to...
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New, synchronized traffic lights along the main corridor of Midland will bring the community long-anticipated safety enhancements and security...
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The Tull Family Theater isn’t your ordinary movie theater. With a focus on education, this independent nonprofit in Sewickley is quickly becoming a...
As educators, we understand that the phrase "personalized learning" can have many different meanings depending on your role in a student's education....
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Lincoln Learning Solutions, Beaver County Educational Trust Partnership As any new mom can tell you, the first few days with your newborn at the...
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Putting together a well-built and appealing gingerbread house requires creativity, as well as engineering skills. Moreover, building gingerbread...
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Lincoln Learning Solutions announced the company’s board of directors approved a $300,000 grant for Hekima Place, founded by Pittsburgh native Kate...
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The winter months are busy with holiday celebrations and family traditions. It’s a time where people all over the world participate in their own...
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“I feel like the students learned a lot about how the community works,” Julianne Brancadora, a Lincoln Learning Solutions Junior Achievement...
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Lincoln Learning Solutions is proud to recognize Liz Pellicano and Aaron Csuy as the first recipients of the Penn State Lincoln Learning Solutions...
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All teachers encounter students who are difficult or disruptive. Online students are no exception. Dealing with a disruptive online student, however,...
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The United Way is known for helping to fund agencies that support the less fortunate in Beaver County. What Mike Rubino didn’t know when he took over...
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Anything But Average Many people have asked me in my time as an online educator, “What’s the average student like in your classes?” When I hear this...
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As parents, we want to hear our students talk about their school day, but often our standard question doesn’t lend itself to what we really want to...
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Anatomy of an Online Teacher Have you ever considered teaching online? Most brick-and-mortar teachers cringe at the thought, and, perhaps, that is...
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In January of 2015, something amazing happened in Beaver County, something that had the potential to change the lives of local students forever. The...
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Technology Can Never Rival the Importance of a Great Teacher If you grew up watching black and white TV while talking on a rotary dial phone and your...
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Many people have the impression online art education is limited to digital forms of art-making, such as using computer programs to create digital...
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I must admit that I am not a big fan of video games. When I think of video games, I only envision my 15-year-old son sitting on the couch for hours...
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A Beaver teen gained a wealth of business and entrepreneurial insight over the summer after attending the Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week.
MONACA, Pa. — Penn State Beaver has received a $50,000 award from Lincoln Learning Solutions, a Beaver County-based nonprofit, to create a...
O.B. Walker may have taken longer than most to graduate high school. Thourgh Kansas Online Learning Program's (KOLP) unique adult learner program, he...
More than 200 volunteers from Baden Academy Charter School, Duquesne Light Co., and organizers from KaBOOM! as well as the community, joined forces...
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Lincoln Learning Solutions today announced a philanthropic effort on behalf of the Beaver County March of Dimes, who selected LLS employee Stephanie...
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Families whose children are newly diagnosed with cancer and admitted to Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC will receive more backpacks of...
