I work for a large corporation that promotes a team environment. The philosophy there is simple. If you enjoy going to work every day, you’re more likely to go to work (not call in sick when you’re not sick, etc) and do a great job. Most people are driven to go to work by one ...
Imagine soaring through the air, performing mystifying stunts as you inspire thousands. That is a cheerleader’s life, a world filled with excitement, fun and physical masterpieces. To those watching, the stunts may appear effortless, but they require countless hours of training and practice. A good way to get this practice is through one of the ...
For several decades now the case studies of various community psychologists have demonstrated that parental involvement in school systems greatly improves children’s performance. Research has shown that when parents are significantly involved with their children’s schools, the children progress not only academically, but also emotionally and behaviorally (Bronfenbrenner, 1979). This paper addresses the empirical research ...
When did summer camps become such big business and so complex? In Atlanta, the choices are exasperating: computer camps, circus camps, science camps, chess camps, lacrosse camps, chamber music camps, holistic summer enrichment camps. Huh? “Stop the insanity!” I say. I simply want a summer day camp where my kids can take a break from ...
Peer Mediation Team Building Activities This book is a collection of activities I have found in the book How to Create Positive Relationships with Students by Michelle Karns. In picking these activities, I hope the students in the peer mediation program get to know one another better, and continue to grow as individuals. Play becomes ...
