In a culture that treats sleep deprivation, exhaustion, and working to the point of physical and mental burnout as a badge of honor, making the case...
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Pre-K students at GEMS World Academy Chicago complete a unit on symbiosis, which revolves around the idea that humans and animals rely upon and...
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Schools serving a student population that spans pre-K through Grade 12 can offer a unique benefit — the chance for younger and older students to...
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Is your teen lackluster about school? Do you worry that she seems to be, not failing exactly, but disengaged or apathetic about class? If so, you're...
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The concept of social and emotional learning (SEL) in education has steadily gained traction in recent years. SEL both supports and enhances core...
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In a highly competitive and achievement-driven culture, the thought of failure as a positive outcome in the classroom can seem counterintuitive (if...
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Why study art in school?
The question has asked been repeatedly over the years, often igniting passionate debate. One reason the question comes up is...
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Parents and educators can find it challenging to get children of all ages motivated and excited about reading, especially in the digital age. A...
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One of the ideas embedded in the academic approach at GEMS World Academy Chicago is that learning happens everywhere — not just within the classroom...
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