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  • Episode

    August 10th, 2022

    Airdate: August 10, 2022

    In this episode, we learn about the enFocus Fellowship Program Head Start and Triple P, New Life Creations in Marshall County and the summer program for kids at The History Museum.

    In this episode, we learn about the enFocus Fellowship Program Head Start and Triple P, New Life Creations in Marshall County and the summer program for kids at The History Museum.

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      New Life Creations

      New Life Creations is an art program for inmates at the Marshall County Jail. Art instructors meet with prisoners once a week to teach painting techniques giving the students tools and the opportunity... (Show More)

      New Life Creations is an art program for inmates at the Marshall County Jail. Art instructors meet with prisoners once a week to teach painting techniques giving the students tools and the opportunity to express themselves creatively.

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    February 17th, 2021

    Airdate: February 17, 2021

    Education Counts looks for quality education and programs that impact our community. This week find out how a bilingual preschool at Jefferson Elementary in Plymouth is preparing students for kinderga... (Show More)

    Education Counts looks for quality education and programs that impact our community. This week find out how a bilingual preschool at Jefferson Elementary in Plymouth is preparing students for kindergarten. See how Jobs for Michigan's Graduates is arming students with skills for education, the workplace and life. Learn how 50/50 Mentoring at the Benton Harbor Readiness Center trains high school students for work and volunteerism while mentoring elementary students. Discover how the 21st Century Scholar Success Initiative will lead more students to college.

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      Bilingual Preschool

      Parents and children who aren’t fluent in English can have a hard time navigating the English language, culture and school expectations. That’s where Plymouth school, Jefferson Elementary,... (Show More)

      Parents and children who aren’t fluent in English can have a hard time navigating the English language, culture and school expectations. That’s where Plymouth school, Jefferson Elementary, steps in. They want to aid these families by providing bilingual preschool, which not only benefits the students, but helps their parents as well.

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    December 9th, 2020

    Airdate: December 9, 2020

    This week on Education Counts we highlight our stories about programs and initiatives that are helping students learn. This week find out how students in Elkhart and Goshen can use live tutors through... (Show More)

    This week on Education Counts we highlight our stories about programs and initiatives that are helping students learn. This week find out how students in Elkhart and Goshen can use live tutors through Brainfuse. See an emergency preparedness training facility for first responders. Learn how Teaching Books is making a difference for young readers. Discover what students are learning through paid apprenticeships in Elkhart County.

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      Teaching Books

      Finding new ways to engage young students in what they're reading can often be a challenge. Teaching Books is a resource that provides ways to make sure kids are getting the most they can whether they... (Show More)

      Finding new ways to engage young students in what they're reading can often be a challenge. Teaching Books is a resource that provides ways to make sure kids are getting the most they can whether they're reading or being read to.

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    December 2nd, 2020

    Airdate: December 2, 2020

    Education Counts looks for the best programs and initiatives in education. This week we feature an internship program that teaches farm management and sustainability at Bertrand Farm. Families can lea... (Show More)

    Education Counts looks for the best programs and initiatives in education. This week we feature an internship program that teaches farm management and sustainability at Bertrand Farm. Families can learn about nature and earn badges and pins through a program called Hoosier Quest. Students explore the process of manufacturing and meet potential employers through Goshen's Virtual Manufacturing Day. Joint Educational Services in Special Education (J.E.S.S.E) is a program ensuring students with special needs have resources for success in school.

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      J.E.S.S.E.

      All students have the capacity to learn as long as they have the tools they need. J.E.S.S.E. is a co-op of nine school corporations across multiple Indiana counties that provides students with special... (Show More)

      All students have the capacity to learn as long as they have the tools they need. J.E.S.S.E. is a co-op of nine school corporations across multiple Indiana counties that provides students with special needs with the resources to make sure they're able to succeed in school.

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    July 8th, 2020

    Airdate: July 8, 2020

    Learn about regional and national programs and initiatives in education on Education Counts. Learn how a local musician's passion for music has become his legacy in Drew's Gift of Music in Marshall Co... (Show More)

    Learn about regional and national programs and initiatives in education on Education Counts. Learn how a local musician's passion for music has become his legacy in Drew's Gift of Music in Marshall County. See how the Starke County Youth Club plays a vital role in connection and enrichment. Step on the Little Bucks Bookmobile and see how summer reading is being made accessible to students in Buchanan. Meet Moxie Robot who teaches kids soft skills through interactivity.

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      Drew\'s Gift of Music

      Drew Shearin was a very talented teen. He mastered multiple instruments, served as drum major for the Knox Redskin Brigade and reached the status of an award-winning composer teen, all by the age of 1... (Show More)

      Drew Shearin was a very talented teen. He mastered multiple instruments, served as drum major for the Knox Redskin Brigade and reached the status of an award-winning composer teen, all by the age of 17. Unfortunately he was taken from us in the fall of 2011. However that hasn't stopped him from gifting us with the wonderful sounds of music. Drew's Gift of Music is an organization that provides instruments and training to rising musicians. This is a legacy that Drew started before his passing, because he wasn't just gifted, he was a gift giver.

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      Little Buck\'s Bookmobile

      Little Buck's Bookmobile (with the help of volunteers), is bringing books to neighborhoods throughout the Buchanan area. They want to keep students reading throughout the summer to avoid the slump. Th... (Show More)

      Little Buck's Bookmobile (with the help of volunteers), is bringing books to neighborhoods throughout the Buchanan area. They want to keep students reading throughout the summer to avoid the slump. Though you may think that this mobile book service is catered strictly to younger kids, they also have options for teens as well. They understand that not everyone has means to good books, so they are helping by bringing the library to them.

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    July 1st, 2020

    Airdate: July 1, 2020

    Education Counts looks for educational programs to showcase the best in practice. Learn how the entire community can learn at their own pace by becoming Bendable. Students are getting career training ... (Show More)

    Education Counts looks for educational programs to showcase the best in practice. Learn how the entire community can learn at their own pace by becoming Bendable. Students are getting career training on site through a program called AncillaWorks. Translate For Toddlers is helping expand vocabulary and social justice through reading. See what\'s in store for summer theater and learning at the South Bend Civic Theatre.

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      AncillaWorks

      A partnership between Ancilla College and local businesses is giving students relevant work experience as well as helping offset the cost of tuition. We explore how AncillaWorks is preparing students ... (Show More)

      A partnership between Ancilla College and local businesses is giving students relevant work experience as well as helping offset the cost of tuition. We explore how AncillaWorks is preparing students for their futures.

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    June 3rd, 2020

    Airdate: June 3, 2020

    Education Counts seeks the best in education for pre-school through lifelong learning. This week we feature how Lakeland Schools implemented Seesaw\'s learning portal to take classroom instruction int... (Show More)

    Education Counts seeks the best in education for pre-school through lifelong learning. This week we feature how Lakeland Schools implemented Seesaw\'s learning portal to take classroom instruction into the homes of students. We spoke to student entrepreneurs and mentors that are part of the Moxie Startup program in St. Joseph and Elkhart Counties. We learned about Homeschool at the Library, an educational outreach program from the Plymouth Public Library. We saw the process how two schools in Plymouth created online concerts for music students.

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      Menominee & Webster's Virtual Concerts

      When choir teacher Tricia Witmer, was faced with eager questions around the schools yearly spring concerts, she knew then that the show must go on. She then came up with the idea to host virtual choir... (Show More)

      When choir teacher Tricia Witmer, was faced with eager questions around the schools yearly spring concerts, she knew then that the show must go on. She then came up with the idea to host virtual choir concerts for students at Menominee and Webster elementary schools. With the help of parents, she was then able to capture and create a collage of videos highlighting all participating students, as they sang and danced, virtually. In uncertain times, creativity is the only way, to keep things moving forward.

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    May 20th, 2020

    Airdate: May 20, 2020

    Education Counts presents best practices in education. This week we explore an online class in Plymouth whose teacher and students are using math in the kitchen to prepare food together. What does it ... (Show More)

    Education Counts presents best practices in education. This week we explore an online class in Plymouth whose teacher and students are using math in the kitchen to prepare food together. What does it take to become Youth of the Year at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Benton Harbor? Ask TeKeidra Masters. She received the honor. Music Together has created a way for parents and young children to bond through music remotely. The summer reading program at Elkhart Public Library kicks off and now offers online innovation.

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      Cooking with Math

      A major challenge to distance learning is how to make lessons interesting and exciting. To spice up at home lessons, a fourth grade teacher at Jefferson Elementary School in Plymouth demonstrated how ... (Show More)

      A major challenge to distance learning is how to make lessons interesting and exciting. To spice up at home lessons, a fourth grade teacher at Jefferson Elementary School in Plymouth demonstrated how math can be applied to cooking. We explore the sums of their work.

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    May 6th, 2020

    Airdate: May 6, 2020

    Education Counts take a deeper look into At Home Learning, WNIT’s 34.5 that offers programs and teaching resources for students in grades 6-12th. Adaptive Arts eliminates barriers for distance learn... (Show More)

    Education Counts take a deeper look into At Home Learning, WNIT’s 34.5 that offers programs and teaching resources for students in grades 6-12th. Adaptive Arts eliminates barriers for distance learning through music. Plymouth High School students navigate virtual choir auditions from home. Bridgeman Schools have created a system of online learning that works for students in every grade level.

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      Plymouth High School Virtual Auditions

      With mandated quarantines affecting the way we function in the world, improvisation is the only way we can put our best foot forward during unprecedented times. At Plymouth High School, the show must ... (Show More)

      With mandated quarantines affecting the way we function in the world, improvisation is the only way we can put our best foot forward during unprecedented times. At Plymouth High School, the show must go on, with the choir continuing to place auditions. However these auditions are all virtual. This gives the teacher and students the chance to change the dynamic of what auditions have to be.

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    March 14th, 2018

    Airdate: March 14, 2018

    Dancing for A Cause, The Power of Learning a Second Language, Flu Prevention, The Reggio Emilia Approach

    Dancing for A Cause, The Power of Learning a Second Language, Flu Prevention, The Reggio Emilia Approach

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      Dancing for A Cause

      Plymouth High School students gather to raise money for the Riley Hospital for Children.

      Plymouth High School students gather to raise money for the Riley Hospital for Children.

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    September 27th, 2017

    Airdate: September 27, 2017

    Sports enrollment is down. Monica Murphy talks with an area ICCL director, coach and parent to explore the reasons behind this.

    Sports enrollment is down. Monica Murphy talks with an area ICCL director, coach and parent to explore the reasons behind this.

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      Plymouth Community School Corporation Receives Grant for Precision Machining Program

      Plymouth Community School Corporation received an Indiana Education Workforce Innovation Network grant toward the school's Precision Machining program.

      Plymouth Community School Corporation received an Indiana Education Workforce Innovation Network grant toward the school's Precision Machining program.

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    June 14th, 2017

    Airdate: June 14, 2017

    This week we visit Southwestern Michigan College in Dowagiac, Michigan, and visit Vogue Beauty School’s Elkhart campus. We also revisit Northside Child Development Center in Niles, Michigan, and hea... (Show More)

    This week we visit Southwestern Michigan College in Dowagiac, Michigan, and visit Vogue Beauty School’s Elkhart campus. We also revisit Northside Child Development Center in Niles, Michigan, and hear more about the USDA Summer Food Service program at Plymouth High School

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      Plymouth Schools are Sites for USDA Summer Food Program

      Plymouth High School and Menominee Elementary School are sites for the USDA Summer Food Program.

      Plymouth High School and Menominee Elementary School are sites for the USDA Summer Food Program.

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    May 24th, 2017

    Airdate: May 24, 2017

    05/24/2017

    05/24/2017

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      Riverside Intermediate Academy Students Take Part in "Books for Nicaragua" Project

      Students at Riverside Intermediate Academy participate in service projects as part of the Y.E.S. program. Teacher Chelsea Coons' class took part in the "Books for Nicaragua" project.

      Students at Riverside Intermediate Academy participate in service projects as part of the Y.E.S. program. Teacher Chelsea Coons' class took part in the "Books for Nicaragua" project.

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    May 17th, 2017

    Airdate: May 17, 2017

    This week we attend the Week of Code celebration in Michigan City and the Wonder Babies program in Plymouth. We also talk to Kalina Bertman, who placed third in Notre Dame’s Living Worlds Space Art ... (Show More)

    This week we attend the Week of Code celebration in Michigan City and the Wonder Babies program in Plymouth. We also talk to Kalina Bertman, who placed third in Notre Dame’s Living Worlds Space Art Contest and check out The Globe, a student run radio station in Goshen.

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      A Montessori based learning program for children 0-4

      The Wonder Babies program in Plymouth, Indiana, teaches children socialization and independence.

      The Wonder Babies program in Plymouth, Indiana, teaches children socialization and independence.

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    February 8th, 2017

    Airdate: February 8, 2017

    Many educators and organizations help prepare students for career readiness and success. This week we meet author and expert, Hans Meeder, at a luncheon in South Bend, Indiana. We also visit the VEX R... (Show More)

    Many educators and organizations help prepare students for career readiness and success. This week we meet author and expert, Hans Meeder, at a luncheon in South Bend, Indiana. We also visit the VEX Robotics Tournament at Plymouth High School, and the Dekko Foundation in Kendallville, Indiana.

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      VEX Robotics Competition

      Plymouth High School hosts the school’s second VEX Robotics Tournament. Reporter, Monica Murphy, catches up with teachers and students to learn more. For more information visit: http://www.vexrob... (Show More)

      Plymouth High School hosts the school’s second VEX Robotics Tournament. Reporter, Monica Murphy, catches up with teachers and students to learn more. For more information visit: http://www.vexrobotics.com/competition/ Also check out information at Robotics Education and Competition Foundation: http://www.roboticseducation.org

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        Trevor Fisher

        Trevor Fisher and his team compete in the robotics tournament. He shares his experience with us.

        Trevor Fisher and his team compete in the robotics tournament. He shares his experience with us.

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        Sharon Oviedo

        Sharon Oviedo is competing in the robotics competition. She talks about her journey and the importan... (Show More)

        Sharon Oviedo is competing in the robotics competition. She talks about her journey and the importance of a STEM education.

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        Lindsay Moore

        Lindsay Moore is a teacher and robotics coach. She is dedicated to student success and talks to us a... (Show More)

        Lindsay Moore is a teacher and robotics coach. She is dedicated to student success and talks to us about the robotics competition.

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        Jason Doody

        It's always gratifying when people give back to their community. While in high school, Jason Doody w... (Show More)

        It's always gratifying when people give back to their community. While in high school, Jason Doody went through the robotics program and now serves as a coach. He shares how the robotics competition got started.

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        Elijah Lyon

        Elijah Lyon says that the opportunity to take risks, learn from failure, and working in a team are g... (Show More)

        Elijah Lyon says that the opportunity to take risks, learn from failure, and working in a team are great tools for success. He is competing in the robotics tournament and walks us through the day.

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    January 4th, 2017

    Airdate: January 4, 2017

    This week we speak with staff and students at The Excel Center in South Bend, Indiana, and sit down with Michigan State Representative, Dave Pagel. We also revisit Plymouth Schools to learn about tech... (Show More)

    This week we speak with staff and students at The Excel Center in South Bend, Indiana, and sit down with Michigan State Representative, Dave Pagel. We also revisit Plymouth Schools to learn about technology use in the classroom.

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      Plymouth Schools

      We speak with Plymouth Schools about the use of technology in the classroom and how this is impacting learning.

      We speak with Plymouth Schools about the use of technology in the classroom and how this is impacting learning.

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        Geoff Scheetz

        Geoff Scheetz says that the use of technology has changed teacher roles, makes learning more individ... (Show More)

        Geoff Scheetz says that the use of technology has changed teacher roles, makes learning more individualized, and helps students thrive. His students at Jefferson Elementary School in Plymouth, Indiana are soaring.

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        Mason Young

        Mason Young shows reporter, Monica Murphy, how technology works in the classroom.

        Mason Young shows reporter, Monica Murphy, how technology works in the classroom.

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        Zane Cooper

        Zane Cooper, teacher at Riverside Intermediate School, says that technology allows students to go fu... (Show More)

        Zane Cooper, teacher at Riverside Intermediate School, says that technology allows students to go further in the classroom.

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        Dan Tyree

        Superintendent, Dan Tyree, discusses how Plymouth Schools have incorporated a one-to-one learning co... (Show More)

        Superintendent, Dan Tyree, discusses how Plymouth Schools have incorporated a one-to-one learning concept in their school system.

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        Luis Herrera Jr.

        Luis Herrera Jr., student at Riverside Intermediate School, says that technology has made learning m... (Show More)

        Luis Herrera Jr., student at Riverside Intermediate School, says that technology has made learning more interesting.

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        Megan Orr

        Megan Orr says that although teaching with technology is new for her, she feels that students at Ply... (Show More)

        Megan Orr says that although teaching with technology is new for her, she feels that students at Plymouth High School are benefiting.

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        Amy Walker

        Amy Walker, teacher at Lincoln Jr. High School, says that the use of technology allows students to b... (Show More)

        Amy Walker, teacher at Lincoln Jr. High School, says that the use of technology allows students to become independent in their learning and mentions that teachers are evolving with technology use.

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        Amy Schmeltz

        Amy Schmeltz, teacher at Plymouth High School, shares how technology use has impacted her students, ... (Show More)

        Amy Schmeltz, teacher at Plymouth High School, shares how technology use has impacted her students, and how to find a healthy balance between life and screen tine.

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        Jordan Brown

        Jordan Brown, student at Lincoln Jr. High School, discusses technology use from a student perspectiv... (Show More)

        Jordan Brown, student at Lincoln Jr. High School, discusses technology use from a student perspective.

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        Taylor Drake

        Taylor Drake, student at Plymouth High School, believes that the use of technology has helped in her... (Show More)

        Taylor Drake, student at Plymouth High School, believes that the use of technology has helped in her editing role.

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    November 9th, 2016

    Airdate: November 9, 2016

    Students are growing up in a rapidly changing digital age, and to see how technology is being utilized in the classroom, we visited the Early Learning Center in Granger, Indiana, Plymouth Schools in P... (Show More)

    Students are growing up in a rapidly changing digital age, and to see how technology is being utilized in the classroom, we visited the Early Learning Center in Granger, Indiana, Plymouth Schools in Plymouth, Indiana, and Ivy Tech Community College in Warsaw, Indiana.

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      Plymouth Schools

      Plymouth Schools have recently incorporated a one-to-one learning concept in their school system, which gives each student their own device for individualized learning. Some educators say that one-to-... (Show More)

      Plymouth Schools have recently incorporated a one-to-one learning concept in their school system, which gives each student their own device for individualized learning. Some educators say that one-to-one learning is making a teacher’s jobs harder, while others say it’s transforming education for the better.

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        Luis Herrera Jr.

        Luis Herrera Jr., student at Riverside Intermediate School, says that technology has made learning m... (Show More)

        Luis Herrera Jr., student at Riverside Intermediate School, says that technology has made learning more interesting.

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        Taylor Drake

        Taylor Drake, student at Plymouth High School, believes that the use of technology has helped in her... (Show More)

        Taylor Drake, student at Plymouth High School, believes that the use of technology has helped in her editing role.

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        Mason Young

        Mason Young shows reporter, Monica Murphy, how technology works in the classroom.

        Mason Young shows reporter, Monica Murphy, how technology works in the classroom.

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        Amy Schmeltz

        Amy Schmeltz, teacher at Plymouth High School, shares how technology use has impacted her students, ... (Show More)

        Amy Schmeltz, teacher at Plymouth High School, shares how technology use has impacted her students, and how to find a healthy balance between life and screen tine.

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        Zane Cooper

        Zane Cooper, teacher at Riverside Intermediate School, says that technology allows students to go fu... (Show More)

        Zane Cooper, teacher at Riverside Intermediate School, says that technology allows students to go further in the classroom.

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        Amy Walker

        Amy Walker, teacher at Lincoln Jr. High School, says that the use of technology allows students to b... (Show More)

        Amy Walker, teacher at Lincoln Jr. High School, says that the use of technology allows students to become independent in their learning and mentions that teachers are evolving with technology use.

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        Dan Tyree

        Superintendent, Dan Tyree, discusses how Plymouth Schools have incorporated a one-to-one learning co... (Show More)

        Superintendent, Dan Tyree, discusses how Plymouth Schools have incorporated a one-to-one learning concept in their school system.

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        Megan Orr

        Megan Orr says that although teaching with technology is new for her, she feels that students at Ply... (Show More)

        Megan Orr says that although teaching with technology is new for her, she feels that students at Plymouth High School are benefiting.

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        Geoff Scheetz

        Geoff Scheetz says that the use of technology has changed teacher roles, makes learning more individ... (Show More)

        Geoff Scheetz says that the use of technology has changed teacher roles, makes learning more individualized, and helps students thrive. His students at Jefferson Elementary School in Plymouth, Indiana are soaring.

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        Jordan Brown

        Jordan Brown, student at Lincoln Jr. High School, discusses technology use from a student perspectiv... (Show More)

        Jordan Brown, student at Lincoln Jr. High School, discusses technology use from a student perspective.