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Kerry Mindeman, Rebecca Miles, Lacy Payne, Kelly Jo Severin More Information
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Reading isn't just an important part of education. It's an important part of life. But sometimes making sure children are reading at their grade level can be difficult. That's why groups like Berrien RESA are working to find ways to make sure those students get the extra help they need. We take a look at the approaches and techniques they're using across Berrien County.
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- Kerry MindemanLiteracy ConsultantBerrien RESA
- Rebecca MilesLiteracy ConsultantBerrien RESA
- Lacy PayneLiteracy SpecialistBridgman Public Schools
- Kelly Jo SeverinInstructional Services Director/Literacy CoachEau Claire Public Schools
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- Kerry MindemanLiteracy ConsultantBerrien RESA
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Kim Jenuwine, Lana DeFrancesco, Ronnika Williams, Nathan Margoni, Sara Kotanko More Information
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PechaKucha (Japanese for “chit chat”) is the world’s fastest-growing storytelling platform, used by millions around the globe. Pecha Kucha Night is for creativity and not for profit. Presentations are 20 images x 20 seconds each. Many cities often lack spaces where creative people can share their work, so Pecha Kucha Nights are about exposing the hidden creativity in a city. These events are held in over 900 cities globally. People use the platform to share hilarious, heartwarming, tear-jerking Pecha Kucha presentations at venues around the world.
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- Kim JenuwineCity OrganizerPechaKucha St. Joseph/Benton Harbor
- Lana DeFrancescoCity OrganizerPechaKucha St. Joseph/Benton Harbor
- Ronnika WilliamsVolunteerPechaKucha St. Joseph/Benton Harbor
- Nathan MargoniVolunteer CoordinatorPechaKucha St. Joseph/Benton Harbor
- Sara KotankoCity OrganizaerPechaKucha St. Joseph/Benton Harbor
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- Kim JenuwineCity OrganizerPechaKucha St. Joseph/Benton Harbor
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Nancy Church, Keith Stevens, Holly Garces More Information
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There are many types of therapy out there designed to help people express themselves and work out different situations. For those battling cancer along with their families are able to use art therapy to help them deal with the emotional tolls of treatment. We head up to the Krasl Art Center to learn more about art therapy.
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- Nancy ChurchCEOBerrien County Cancer Service
- Keith StevensArt TeacherKrasl Art Center
- Holly GarcesArt TherapistKrasl Art Center
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- Nancy ChurchCEOBerrien County Cancer Service
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Ashlea Harrington More Information
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Premier Arts inspires the imagination and develops the creative spirit of our community. Its focus is on youth, family, and lifelong learning. Premier Arts, the Resident Theatre of the Lerner Performing Arts Center, is comprised of professional staff guided by engaged community leaders serving as the board of Directors. Premier Arts, based in Elkhart, Indiana, is the recognized regional leader in providing diverse, professional performing arts education and entertainment. Premier Arts instills civic pride, confidence and character building for everyone engaged in its success. The region supports Premier Arts through attendance, contribution and volunteerism. The Youth Education Series give students an experience of live theater.
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- Ashlea HarringtonDirector of EducationPremier Arts
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- 10 Reasons Why You Should Expose Your Child To Theatre
- How the Performing Arts Benefit Kids
- Learning from Live Theater
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- Ashlea HarringtonDirector of EducationPremier Arts
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Dee Dee McAllister, Gary McAllister More Information
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The ETHOS Innovation Center in Elkhart provides many opportunities for kids to get an up close look at the scientific world. And through the Science Academy, students are able to experience a hands on experience in a variety of scientific areas.
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- Dee Dee McAllisterYouth Programs DirectorETHOS Innovation Center
- Gary McAllisterRetired Program Design CoordinatorETHOS Innovation Center
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- Dee Dee McAllisterYouth Programs DirectorETHOS Innovation Center
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Phil Newbold More Information
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A mirror doesn't just reflect the image of the person looking into it. It also reflects the hard work of the person who helped to make it. At the Center for Homeless in South Bend and the Three Mirrors Project, guests are gaining the skills not only to create these unique works of art, but also learning how to help break the cycle of homelessness.
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- Phil NewboldChair, Board of DirectorsCenter for the Homeless
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- Phil NewboldChair, Board of DirectorsCenter for the Homeless
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Justyce Bradshaw, Donovan Heneslee, Allie Knapp, Precious Rayford More Information
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Bridge Academy is an alternative school for high school students and offers an alternative for students who may not have thrived in a more tradition school setting.The Bridge Academy is powered by Kinexus and offers both academic and vocational training for individuals 16 and older.Individuals can earn their GED or high school diploma, and have the opportunity to learn more about a specific career path or industry that interests them. Participants will work closely with a Kinexus specialist who will support them throughout the training process, and help the participant learn more about potential employment options in the community. Participants will also have the opportunity to apply their mastery of academic and vocational training through working with employers in the community.
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- Justyce BradshawStudentBridge Academy
- Donovan HenesleeStudentBridge Academy
- Allie KnappDirectorBridge Academy
- Precious RayfordStudentBridge Academy
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- Justyce BradshawStudentBridge Academy
