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Evaluating Seven Elements of Your Home’s Influence

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Gerald Miller March 8, 2018

There is no doubt that teachers and schools have great potential for shaping students. But Gerald reminds us that the most powerful influence comes from the home. In this message, he examines several ways parents can shape their children, particularly their children’s relationship with the school.

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Now They Know: Why and How to Differentiate Instruction

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Darrell Hershberger, Brian J Martin October 26, 2018

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Technology and Our Children: Addressing a Crisis

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Gerald Miller May 31, 2018

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The Teacher Is the School

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Addressing Technology Issues

Jonathan Miller March 8, 2018

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