Episode #702 - January 18th, 2023
Education Counts is back for a new season of programs and initiatives in education. Learn about a leadership and ethics program at Culver Academies that's teaching students how to incorporate ethics into everyday decision-making and discussion. Journey with us to Ox Bow Park to learn about Books and Boots and the collaboration between the Elkhart Public Library and Elkhart Parks for families. See how students are gaining access to the internet in St. Joseph County through Citywide Classroom. Always wanted to write a novel? Discover an international writing initiative that offers a doable challenge to would-be authors.
Original Airdate: January 18, 2023
In This Episode
-
In This Segment
Books and Boots is a partnership between the Elkhart Public Library and Elkhart County Parks. The featured book is for children ages 9 - 12 but the entire family is encouraged to read and participate. Families join in the discussion at Ox Bow Park before heading out on a nature hike related to the book.
For additional information visit:
Additional Resources:
Share
-
In This Segment
NANOWRIMO is a free, global opportunity every year in which anyone can participate. The goal is to write 50,000 words during the month of November. Writers, students, teachers and new participants connect locally and online to be part of the NANOWRIMO community.
For additional information visit:
Share
-
![January 18th, 2023 Photo](https://www.wnit.org//images/segments/11666/0ad8ac93157e48fcc1a62c55b97827a7.jpg)
Matt Modlin, Theodore Stevens, Madi Rogers, A.J. Mars, Gillian Shaw, Carlos Centellas
More Information
In This Segment
South Bend Connectivity Coalition partners, South Bend Community School Corporation and enFocus, are excited to report Citywide Classroom has provided free at-home solutions to over 4,200 South Bend students without adequate internet connection at SBCSC schools. The Citywide Classroom program is now expanding to School City of Mishawaka and aims to connect an additional 200+ students and their families.
For additional information visit:
Share
-
![January 18th, 2023 Photo](https://www.wnit.org//images/segments/11665/fbcffbfa16823118e074efec5f3cad7f.jpg)
Evan Dutmer, Rev. Sam Boys, Susan Freymiller de Villier, McKenna Littleton, Owen Hart, Jacinta Ndubuisi-Obi, Carlos Fimbres
More Information
In This Segment
Juniors at Culver Academies are immersed in a nine-week course in ethics and the cultivation of character. Students learn to discuss modern ethical issues while developing their own virtue ethics and civil discourse. The course provides space for the 11th graders to practice wisdom, courage and moderation in everyday life.
For additional information visit:
Guests:
- Evan DutmerSenior Instructor in Ethics | Curriculum LeaderCulver Academies
https://www.culver.org/ - Rev. Sam BoysDirector of Spiritual LifeCulver Academies
https://www.culver.org/ - Susan Freymiller de VillierMaster Instructor/Chair Leadership EducationCulver Academies
https://www.culver.org/ - McKenna LittletonThree Year SeniorCulver Academies
- Owen HartFour Year SeniorCulver Academies
- Jacinta Ndubuisi-ObiFour Year SeniorCulver Academies
- Carlos FimbresFour Year SeniorCulver Academies
Additional Resources:
Share
What do you think? Leave your comments below.
Watch Online
Full Episodes
Latest Segments
-
-
February 14th, 2024
February 14th, 2024...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
February 14th, 2024
February 14th, 2024
February 14, 2024
-
November 1st, 2023
This week on Education Counts Michiana… a field ...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
November 1st, 2023
This week on Education Counts Michiana… a field of dreams - Challenger Little League, Operation READ in Warsaw, mass CPR training for South Bend Community School students and a look at anxiety and mindfulness and the benefits of curiosity.
November 29, 2023
-
November 22nd, 2023
This week on Education Counts Michiana… #ENOUGH:...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
November 22nd, 2023
This week on Education Counts Michiana… #ENOUGH: Plays to End Gun Violence at the South Bend Civic, exploring a Night at the Museum in Nappanee, leading with equity and school communities and discovering Our Universe Revealed.
November 22, 2023
-
November 15th, 2023
This week on Education Counts Michiana… building...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
November 15th, 2023
This week on Education Counts Michiana… building trades day for high school students at the University of Notre Dame, women entrepreneur education, environmental education through art in Bremen and 3D printing at Lake Michigan College's Fab Lab.
November 15, 2023
-
November 8th, 2023
This week on Education Counts Michiana… learning...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
November 8th, 2023
This week on Education Counts Michiana… learning about college opportunities through South Bend HBCU Exchange, a construction club at Southwestern Michigan College, Wolf Lake Nature Preschool and engagement and leadership at Kosciusko Endowment Youth Services.
November 8, 2023
-
April 5th, 2023
This week on Education Counts Michiana… learning...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
April 5th, 2023
This week on Education Counts Michiana… learning stop motion animation with Legos in Winamac, equine therapy in Middlebury, pre-k learning and literacy at Studebaker Center in South Bend and the Community Student Art Exhibition at the Box Factory in St. Joseph, Michigan.
April 5, 2023
-
March 29th, 2023
This week, Education Counts highlights some of the...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
March 29th, 2023
This week, Education Counts highlights some of the best practices in education… Girls & Women in Science at River St. Joe, Early Learning Center at Hubbard Hill, Baker Youth Club after school program in Warsaw, Riley High School CTE Food service Partnership, Junior Board of Directors at KV REMC, the Readiness Center in Benton Harbor and the South Bend Entrepreneurship and Adversity Program.
March 29, 2023
-
March 22nd, 2023
This week Education Counts features an African Ame...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
March 22nd, 2023
This week Education Counts features an African American History Bus Tour of South Bend, Junior Board of Directors at KVREMC, Ukulele Ladies through Adaptive Arts and Brushstrokes for Hope.
March 22, 2023
-
March 15th, 2023
Education Counts champions great ideas in educatio...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
March 15th, 2023
Education Counts champions great ideas in education. This week learn about the CTE program for food service professionals, see how literacy is being taught in partnership with Next Step Learning, discover the beauty and success for those who are part of the South Bend Entrepreneurship and Adversity Program and watch how students and automotive training will adapt to electric vehicles.
March 15, 2023
-
March 1st, 2023
Education Counts highlights innovative ideas in ed...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
March 1st, 2023
Education Counts highlights innovative ideas in education across the spectrum from preschool through lifelong learning. This week, we spotlight a convergence of preschool with a retirement home. We follow Girls and Women in Science at two events in Michigan. We sit in on Discovery Academy which offers an alternative high school option in Berrien Springs. We watch entrepreneurs develop business skills in a bootcamp through HustleSBE.
March 1, 2023
-
Load more videos
-
-
Educator Externships
The South Bend Regional Chamber Educator Exte...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
Educator Externships
The South Bend Regional Chamber Educator Externship program provides educators with an inside look at different career fields. Educators work side-by-side with local employers and gain industry perspectives on the skills and knowledge that students will need to enter specific areas of work. The educators can then apply their findings to classroom lessons to better help their students learn about careers.
-
STEAM Dream
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest M...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
STEAM Dream
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan hosted its inaugural STEAM Dream day, where local students explored science, technology, engineering, arts, agriculture, and math. Community partners and volunteers led dozens of hands-on activities for the students. The event was designed to help students learn about different career pathways through fun and interactivity.
Videographer - Nathan Krebs
Editor - Greg Banks
-
Michigan Works! Job Fair
Michigan Works! Berrien, Cass, Van Buren
The job fairs at Michigan Works! Berrien, Cas...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
Michigan Works! Job Fair
Michigan Works! Berrien, Cass, Van Buren
The job fairs at Michigan Works! Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren bring the community together to learn about employment opportunities and professional development resources. Conversations between attendees and local employers help build connections, share knowledge, and develop a stronger workforce.
-
SEEDS Data Science Program
University of Notre Dame
The Summer Education and Engagement for Data ...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
SEEDS Data Science Program
University of Notre Dame
The Summer Education and Engagement for Data Science (SEEDS) program at the University of Notre Dame provides opportunities for high school students to engage with their communities through data science. The high schoolers work alongside college undergraduate mentors to develop coding and data analysis skills. Hands-on projects create ways for the students to use their new skills to interact with real-world issues.
-
Get Your Teach On
Get Your Teach On is an organization that hos...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
Get Your Teach On
Get Your Teach On is an organization that hosts annual professional development conferences for educators across Indiana. The events are designed to present new ideas in education, inspire collaboration, and ignite educators' passion for teaching and learning.
Videographer - Kristen Franklin
Editor - Greg Banks
-
Meet Your Farmer
The Meet Your Farmer event brought dozens of ...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
Meet Your Farmer
The Meet Your Farmer event brought dozens of community members together to learn about new trends and techniques in agriculture. Presenters at the event discussed topics such as no-till farming, cover crops, and soil and water conservation.
-
Talk With Your Baby
Robinson Community Learning Center
For more information about Talk With Your Bab...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
Talk With Your Baby
Robinson Community Learning Center
For more information about Talk With Your Baby, contact Juan Hernandez, Program Director, at jherna37@nd.edu
The Talk With Your Baby program educates parents and caregivers on the importance of frequent interaction with children ages birth to 3. Classes cover talking, singing, and reading techniques that can improve children’s language skills and social and emotional development.
-
Grace College Exercise Science Camp
Grace College
Grace College recently hosted its annual Exer...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
Grace College Exercise Science Camp
Grace College
Grace College recently hosted its annual Exercise Science Camp for local high schoolers. The camp featured athletic combine events like the 40 yard dash, vertical jump, and bench press. The high school students also constructed personalized workout regimens and learned important nutrition and wellness information.
Videographer - Kristen Franklin
Editor - Greg Banks
-
Marching Arts Blue Devils Experience
Musicians from the Blue Devils Drum and Bugle...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
Marching Arts Blue Devils Experience
Musicians from the Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps and clinicians from Conn Selmer led a music and leadership workshop with high school marching band students. The students honed instrumental techniques and learned from some of the top professionals in the field of marching arts.
-
BOUNDLESS: UZIMA! Drum and Dance
UZIMA! Drum and Dance presents BOUNDLESS - a ...
More Information
Close
About this segment:
BOUNDLESS: UZIMA! Drum and Dance
UZIMA! Drum and Dance presents BOUNDLESS - a celebration of heritage, resilience, liberation, and unity. The concert commemorates Juneteenth through rhythm and dance, and it embraces a future of shared freedom and possibility.
Videographer - Kristen Franklin
Editor - Greg Banks
-
Load more videos