Category Archives: educational

Favorite #91: Earth Day

         Time to Care Even though Earth Day has come and gone, if we’re really concerned about our environment, then Earth Day should be everyday. Since the first Earth Day in 1970, one must wonder if our efforts have even … Continue reading

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Favorite #88: Communities in Schools

Meeting the Needs of Children Communities in Schools is a wonderful resource for providing opportunities and programs some children might not otherwise experience. A partnership, this far reaching program serves students throughout the nation in approximately 27 states.  Assisting students in becoming the best they can … Continue reading

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Favorite #87: Cotton Ketchie in Love Valley

Preserving the Past through the Written Word  A couple of weeks ago I shared about Cotton Ketchie’s expertise as an artist and photographer in blog post Favorite #83. Although I’ve known him for only a few months, he’s so warm … Continue reading

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Favorite #85: Richard’s Coffee Shop

A Haven for Veterans Even though the sign out front says, “Richard’s Coffee Shop,” anyone passing by will get the first hint there’s more since everything in the large display window is related somehow to the military. Having enough artifacts … Continue reading

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Favorite #84: Rocky River Elementary School

Creative Ways of Learning Rocky River Elementary School in Mooresville, NC is one of those schools where you feel welcome the minute you enter the door. Perhaps the bright and colorful halls contribute to that perception, but mostly it’s the bright and … Continue reading

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Favorite #83: Cotton Ketchie: author, artist, photographer

  Preserving Landmarks through Art There are people in this world who seem to be talented in almost everything they  do. Cotton Ketchie is one of those people. Even with his amazing talent as an artist, photographer and author, Cotton is very down-to-earth and approachable, appreciative of his … Continue reading

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Favorite #82: Snow

                A Child’s Delight Is there anything more delightful than watching a child play in the snow? Well, I’m sure there’s probably something, but I’m not sure what. A child wrapped up in three layers of clothing can play in the … Continue reading

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Favorite # 78:Abbi Heilig, teacher, volunteer, adventurer

Following Passion and Dreams Have you ever longed to quit your job and travel the world? Although most of us don’t have the means or opportunity, I know someone who did just that. Abbi Heilig had aspirations of climbing the … Continue reading

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Favorite #76: Project 2 Heal

            A Ministry of Love I first learned about the non-profit organization, Project 2 Heal, from a friend and local author, Peg Robarchek. Involved with this organization, it was while helping me edit a book not long ago, that she explained Project 2 Heal donates Labrador Retrievers to special needs … Continue reading

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Favorite #73: First-Grade Teachers at Woodleaf Elementary School

Innovative Teaching Teachers have so many duties these days it almost makes your head spin to think about it. Always looking for ideas to inspire students and improve achievement, they get excited when seeing positive results from their efforts. Looking for an idea last … Continue reading

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