"Children are a heritage of the Lord." Psalm 127:3

5 Tips for Talking to Children at Play

What we say (and do not say) during play-based learning can make a big difference for our students.
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Educators, Parents Hold Mixed Views on Testing

Parents, teachers, and district administrators consider formative and interim tests far more valuable than summative assessments, according to a survey released Wednesday.
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10 States Freed from Some 'No Child Left Behind' Requirements

Ten states are being granted waivers to free them from some requirements of the No Child Left Behind education reform law, with President Barack Obama explaining Thursday that the move aims to "combine greater freedom with greater accountability." Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oklahoma, and Tennessee are the first of what could be many more states that will no longer have to meet 2014 targets set by the law.
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Valentine PB&J

2 slices of whole wheat bread
1 T peanut butter (or other nut butter of your choice)
1 T strawberry preserves (or preserve of your choice)
heart-shaped cookie cutter

Spread peanut butter on one slice of bread. Spread preserves on top of peanut butter and place the other slice of bread on top of the preserves. Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut a heart shape out of the sandwich. Enjoy.

Category: snack
Nutritional Information: 1 serving

Calories - 278
Total fat - 10.4 g
Fiber - 5.1 g
Protein - 9.3 g