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Episode #319 - February 13th, 2019

Education Counts talks to students involved in Jobs for Michigan\'s Graduates, journey\'s to Niles District Library for a Smithsonian exhibit on waterways, steps back in time for Insights in History at The History Museum and travels to Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve for a look at Sims Education Center.

Original Airdate: February 13, 2019

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Marilyn Thompson, Travis Childs, Bill Stockton, Elaine Tracy, Phil Bertoni, Jerry Banik More Information
Insights in History

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Insights in History is a monthly lecture presented by The History Museum in South Bend. The education series features a speaker talking in depth about the topic and is followed by a tour of the subject matter. It's a terrific way to learn additional information and insight about exhibits.
For additional information visit:
- The History Museum
- Insights in History - Calendar of Events
Guests:
1. Marilyn ThompsonDirector of Marketing & Community RelationsThe History Museum
  The History Museum
2. Travis ChildsDirector of EducationThe History Museum
  https://historymuseumsb.org
3. Bill StocktonAttendeeInsights in History
4. Elaine TracyAttendeeInsights in History
5. Phil BertoniAttendeeInsights in History
6. Jerry BanikDocentThe History Museum
  https://historymuseumsb.org
Additional Resources:
- Why History Matters
- The Case for Museums | The Art Assignment | PBS Digital Studios
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Kristin Harrington, Corey Sterling, Quincy Sulton, Tamia Clay, Caitlin Steele More Information
Jobs for Michigan's Graduates

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Jobs for Michigan's Graduates is a program that equips high school students with soft skills, confidence, stability and work experience. The statewide initiative helps students overcome barriers to education and employment and has its roots at Benton Harbor High School.
For additional information visit:
- Jobs for Michigan's Graduates
Guests:
1. Kristin HarringtonExecutive DirectorYouth Solutions
  Jobs for Michigan's Graduates
2. Corey SterlingJMG SpecialistBenton Harbor High School
  https://ouryouthsolutions.org/
3. Quincy SultonPresidentJobs for Michigan's Graduates, Benton Harbor High School
4. Tamia ClayVice PresidentJobs for Michigan's Graduates, Benton Harbor High School
5. Caitlin SteelePresidentJobs for Michigan's Graduates, Hartford High School
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Carol Line, Steve Bornell, Joanne Sims More Information
Sims Education Center

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In an effort to further their goal of educating through nature, Fernwood Botanical Gardens has opened the Sims Education Center. Here, visitors of all ages will have access to resources and information about the natural world around them.
For additional information visit:
- Fernwood Botanical Garden
- Getting Kids off Screens
Guests:
1. Carol LineExecutive DirectorFernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve
2. Steve BornellManger of Plant CollectionsFernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve
3. Joanne SimsVolunteer/ Building HonoreeFernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve
Additional Resources:
- Rum Village Nature Center
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Tara Hunsberger, Molly Watson, Nancy Studebaker More Information
Waterways Exhibit

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Waterways is the latest traveling Smithsonian exhibit to debut at the Niles District Library. The exhibit explores the essential role that water plays in our environment and society.
Guests:
1. Tara HunsbergerYouth Services LibrarianNiles District Library
2. Molly WatsonAssistant DirectorNiles District Library
3. Nancy StudebakerLibrary DirectorNiles District Library
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