Results found in Berrien Springs, MI

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  October 24th, 2018

  Airdate: October 24, 2018

  Education Counts showcases the Inspired Leadership Initiative at the University of Notre Dame, takes a closer look at alternative education at the Berrien Springs Virtual Academy, highlights inclusiv... (Show More)

  Education Counts showcases the Inspired Leadership Initiative at the University of Notre Dame, takes a closer look at alternative education at the Berrien Springs Virtual Academy, highlights inclusiveness at the Brain Lair Bookstore and examines the Mini Medical University Beacon Health offers for teenagers.

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    Berrien Springs Virtual Academy

    The traditional school route may not be for everyone. In the first part of a multi-part series, Brent Fox explores different types of alternative schools. He also explores how these alternative progra... (Show More)

    The traditional school route may not be for everyone. In the first part of a multi-part series, Brent Fox explores different types of alternative schools. He also explores how these alternative programs are working to break the stigma about the students who attend them. We begin with the Berrien Springs Virtual Academy in Berrien Springs, Michigan.
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  August 1st, 2018

  Airdate: August 1, 2018

  This week, we head to Summer Camp! We check out a theater camp, architecture camp, gardening camp and STEM camp.

  This week, we head to Summer Camp! We check out a theater camp, architecture camp, gardening camp and STEM camp.

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    Architecture Camp

    The Renaissance Kids Architecture Camp allows children as young as 5 years old the opportunity to learn about how things are made and get some hands on experience in the process. The Architecture Scho... (Show More)

    The Renaissance Kids Architecture Camp allows children as young as 5 years old the opportunity to learn about how things are made and get some hands on experience in the process. The Architecture School at Andrews University hosts the camp and brings in current students along with volunteers to work alongside the kids.
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  May 9th, 2018

  Airdate: May 9, 2018

  This week, we meet peers who help classmates navigate the social aspects of school, learn about a nut-free classroom, talk about administrators preparing students for major building transitions, and m... (Show More)

  This week, we meet peers who help classmates navigate the social aspects of school, learn about a nut-free classroom, talk about administrators preparing students for major building transitions, and meet students who are learning to live with Parkinson's.

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    Peer to Peer Program

    A Peer to Peer mentoring program that matches up students with other students who have a disability to make sure they are active members of the school community.

    A Peer to Peer mentoring program that matches up students with other students who have a disability to make sure they are active members of the school community.
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  March 29th, 2017

  Airdate: March 29, 2017

  This week on Education Counts_Michiana, we visit the Project SEARCH program in St. Joseph, Michigan, learn about the magnet program at John Adams High School in South Bend, and more.

  This week on Education Counts_Michiana, we visit the Project SEARCH program in St. Joseph, Michigan, learn about the magnet program at John Adams High School in South Bend, and more.

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    Project SEARCH

    The Project SEARCH High School Transition Program offers a one-year school-to-work internship for students with disabilities.

    The Project SEARCH High School Transition Program offers a one-year school-to-work internship for students with disabilities.

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      Craig Blasko

      

      Supervisor of Ancillary Services & Programs, Craig Blasko, shares his thoughts on Project SEARCH.

      Supervisor of Ancillary Services & Programs, Craig Blasko, shares his thoughts on Project SEARCH.

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      Ken Fetke

      

      Instructor, Ken Fetke, talks about his passion for Project SEARCH.

      Instructor, Ken Fetke, talks about his passion for Project SEARCH.

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      Janis Wold

      

      Janis Wold is passionate about working with students. She shares her experience with Project SEARCH.

      Janis Wold is passionate about working with students. She shares her experience with Project SEARCH.

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      Craig Kuhn

      

      Craig Kuhn shares more about the community partnerships and goals of Project SEARCH.

      Craig Kuhn shares more about the community partnerships and goals of Project SEARCH.