National heritage

22 NHA Schools Combine to Raise Over $93K for American Heart Association

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Donnerstag, Juni 13, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Students at 22 National Heritage Academies partner-schools in Michigan and North Carolina committed to making a difference in the lives of others and raised over $93,000 in the process. The Kids Heart Challenge, a program created by the American Heart Association (AHA), encourages schools to raise awareness about heart health and raise money for research grants to support advancements in heart care, and these kids got involved.

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  • The Kids Heart Challenge , a program created by the American Heart Association (AHA), encourages schools to raise awareness about heart health and raise money for research grants to support advancements in heart care, and these kids got involved.
  • Students competed against each other by grade and with their teachers, with the top two boys and girls in each grade crowned winners.
  • "Over the six years I have been at South Canton our community has bought into the importance of the Kids Heart Challenge," Physical Education Teacher John Howell said.
  • National Heritage Academies (NHA) is a network of 101 tuition-free, public charter schools across nine states, serving more than 68,000 students in kindergarten through 12th grade.

Outdoor Education Capturing Attention, Inspiring South Canton Scholars

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Donnerstag, April 18, 2024

South Canton Scholars has emphasized learning with nature instead of about it.

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  • South Canton Scholars has emphasized learning with nature instead of about it.
  • The school's Outdoor Education Program has guided scholars to academic excellence and promoted interest in nature.
  • Principal Dana Gurganus said the program has been a great way to get scholars outside and noted numerous positive factors about the South Canton Outdoor Education Program.
  • While the South Canton Outdoor Education Program is an overwhelming success for Gurganus and her leadership team, scholars also bought in to the unique learning experience.

NHA Experts Reveal Keys to Learning on Spring Break - Balance Fun & Education

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Donnerstag, März 21, 2024

Whether you're hitting the road or relaxing at home, why not add a dash of learning to your week of fun?

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  • Whether you're hitting the road or relaxing at home, why not add a dash of learning to your week of fun?
  • Some teens may need a little extra motivation to break away from video games over spring break.
  • By embracing a mix of fun and learning, parents can create memories that last a lifetime.
  • If you're looking for more ways to keep children engaged, even before spring break, click here .

National Heritage Academies Middle Schools Fill State Rankings

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Dienstag, März 19, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. News and World Report rankings are out, and 12 of the top 50 middle schools in Michigan are National Heritage Academies (NHA) partner-schools.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. News and World Report rankings are out, and 12 of the top 50 middle schools in Michigan are National Heritage Academies (NHA) partner-schools.
  • Additionally, NHA's Detroit Merit Charter Academy, Warrendale Charter Academy , and Detroit Enterprise Academy were listed among the Detroit-area's top six open-enrollment middle schools.
  • "A quarter of the top 50 middle schools are NHA schools – and geographically, there are schools all over the state represented.
  • National Heritage Academies operates 101 schools in nine states.

Pembroke Academy Garners Recognition for Delivering on Commitment to Student Success

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Mittwoch, Februar 28, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Schools have unique personalities, created in large part by the community they serve. One Detroit-area school, Pembroke Academy, has carved out its niche for placing student achievement and parental partnership at the top of its list of goals and educators there are receiving accolades for their success.

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  • One Detroit-area school, Pembroke Academy , has carved out its niche for placing student achievement and parental partnership at the top of its list of goals and educators there are receiving accolades for their success.
  • Pembroke Academy received the award for earning the highest grade in growth and performance among its peers.
  • Pembroke Academy is such an important part of this community, the work that's done here will impact generations of learners."
  • Teachers pair that knowledge with parental partnership, a key for learning success at Pembroke, and it starts with a special ceremony.

National Heritage Academies Partner-schools Emphasize Being 'College- and Career-ready'

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Dienstag, Februar 27, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Being college-ready doesn't mean college is the only option for students after high school. That's why National Heritage Academies (NHA) partner-schools are using Career and Technical Education (CTE) month in February to expand the conversation to being college- and career-ready with a focus on its partnerships with local vocational education programs.

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  • That's why National Heritage Academies (NHA) partner-schools are using Career and Technical Education (CTE) month in February to expand the conversation to being college- and career-ready with a focus on its partnerships with local vocational education programs.
  • To help students explore their options, Grant-Wayne said NHA partner-schools collaborate with area technical centers.
  • Popular programs range from culinary, to criminal justice and welding, to name a few.
  • She has been a driving force behind creating partnerships that define clear options for students.

Thor Equities Group Announces Long Term Lease with The Pilecki Institute at 88 Greenwich Street

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Montag, Februar 5, 2024

New York, NY, Feb. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thor Equities Group, a global leader in real estate development, leasing, and management, is pleased to announce a long-term lease with The Pilecki Institute, for 35,000 square feet at 88 Greenwich Street in Downtown Manhattan, marking the Institute’s first location outside of Europe.

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  • New York, NY, Feb. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thor Equities Group, a global leader in real estate development, leasing, and management, is pleased to announce a long-term lease with The Pilecki Institute, for 35,000 square feet at 88 Greenwich Street in Downtown Manhattan, marking the Institute’s first location outside of Europe.
  • The Pilecki Institute, a research and cultural institution founded in 2016, works to preserve the remembrance, documentation, and research of the historical experiences of Polish citizens, while increasing awareness regarding totalitarianism in the 20th century.
  • “The Pilecki Institute’s decision to open at 88 Greenwich is a testament to the building’s excellent location and underscores the importance of having a presence in the New York City market,” Chief Operating Officer of Thor Equities Group, Melissa Gliatta.
  • “We are pleased to welcome them to their new home and support their important mission.”
    Regular Coffee has also signed a long term lease at 88 Greenwich Street and is planning to open early this year in a 1,500 square feet space.

Nelson Mandela’s personal items under the hammer in New York? Why it outraged some, and what’s at stake

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Dienstag, Januar 30, 2024

These are just some of Nelson Mandela’s personal items that were due to go on auction on 22 February 2024.

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  • These are just some of Nelson Mandela’s personal items that were due to go on auction on 22 February 2024.
  • South African government officials, commentators on South African social media, and even members of the family of South Africa’s late former president expressed shocked disbelief.
  • The South African Heritage Resources Agency, which coordinates the identification and management of national heritage, learned of the auction through the report.
  • It claimed that the items were heritage objects and that they had been exported from South Africa without the relevant permits.
  • The outrage directed against the proposed auction can be traced to the personal and intimate nature of the items.

Judgment

  • The Pretoria High Court handed down its judgment on the basis of the facts brought before it.
  • But in its judgment, the court found that definition the state wanted for heritage status was
    so overbroad that just about anything that President Mandela touched or is associated with, or related to him, can be considered a heritage object.
  • Nevertheless, it was for these reasons that the items were not declared heritage objects.

Contested terrain

  • By definition it raises questions about the South African Heritage Resources Agency and its role as a custodian of national heritage.
  • Possession comes with all kinds of responsibilities of care and public education.
  • This trend can be traced back to Nelson Mandela’s own participation in the marketing of his legacy for charitable ventures.
  • And they would be put to good use in commemorative projects befitting Nelson Mandela’s legacy in Qunu and beyond.


Duane Jethro does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

Benefits of Journaling for Student Growth

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Donnerstag, Januar 25, 2024

The concept of journaling isn't new, but as teens spend countless hours on their phones and computers, they might find that journaling is just the break they need.

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  • The concept of journaling isn't new, but as teens spend countless hours on their phones and computers, they might find that journaling is just the break they need.
  • Journaling is known to help improve mental health by reducing stress and anxiety.
  • Daily journaling in class can help students build their writing skills and develop writing stamina, a crucial skill for timed assessments.
  • Montpas acknowledges the benefits of handwriting for improving the flow of ideas but also supports electronic journaling for those who may find physical writing challenging or prefer the convenience of an app.

Post-pandemic Education: 'Excel-erate' Program Focuses on Challenging Advanced Students

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Mittwoch, November 15, 2023

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Educators around the country have been concerned about the effects of the pandemic on their students. And while much of their focus has centered on learning loss, sagging test scores, and the ability to keep up with current instruction, curriculum experts at National Heritage Academies (NHA) also focus on another group of students: advanced learners.

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  • It's why NHA's curriculum team created Excel-erate, a program developed to challenge students to explore advanced pathways in English Language Arts (ELA) and math.
  • Middle school students who fit that same qualification can begin working on advanced courses for high school credit.
  • Hagan noted the math program has been active for two years and has seen growth from students who never slowed down during the pandemic.
  • The program focuses on sixth- through eighth-grade students who show the ability and desire to dive deeper, developing stronger critical thinking skills related to the assigned reading material.