Education Counts Michiana - May 23rd, 2018

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Episode #209 - May 23rd, 2018

This week, we meet students who are finding their political voices after tragedy, explore hands-on science opportunities, understand the positive impacts of music on young children, and revisit a therapeutic riding center.

Original Airdate: May 23, 2018

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Getting into Science

City: South Bend, IN

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Science is an important subject in school, but how are schools sparking the interest of students from a young age?

Go inside what two Michiana schools are doing to make science fun.
Guests:
1. Seth PonderRiley High School
2. Elizabeth KingConcord Ox Bow
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Terri Kosik, Carly Thompson, Joshua John Diehl More Information
The Benefits of Music

City: Notre Dame, IN

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For young children, music can help them learn other skills and even gain skills for their future academic careers.
Guests:
1. Terri KosikECDC
2. Carly Thompson
3. Joshua John Diehl
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Students Develop Civic Identity

City: South Bend, IN

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Students from Washington and John Adams high schools in South Bend have taken part in demonstrations such as March for Our Lives, and started their own movements here in Michiana. Also, how does someone teach students to be socially aware? A teacher from Washington High School explains.

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