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“As the Twig is Bent….”
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Most people will agree that the education of our nation’s children MUST start, in earnest, long before kindergarten. Yet, there is still some confusion and misunderstanding about what to teach young children and when to teach it. Importantly, there is similar confusion about what should happen during the various stages of development for all children. This week’s show features a world renowned expert in early childhood education and in the development of al children, but African American children in particular. Regardless of your role as parent, teacher, business owner, etc., if you care about kids, you want to hear this show and the incredibly gifted guest!
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9/20/10
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Leadership
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With the closure of public schools in Kansas and other cities, and the release of teachers in many other local school districts, the challenge of educating the nation’s children is more daunting than ever before. Yet, failure is not an option if our schools are to prepare our future leaders adequately. There are some inspirational success stories, however. You’ll want to take an hour to hear about one woman’s success as School Superintendent who is leading in lean times. This is a conversation that is sure to generate more conversation for weeks to come.
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9/20/10
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Leadership Tips to Prepare & Retain College Students
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The declining enrollment and graduation rates of students in many Colleges and Universities nationwide ought to be cause for alarm. Today’s show not only addresses the issue of preparation and retention for college bound students offers several insightful tips on what parents, educational, corporate, community and civic leaders should be doing to increase enrollment and graduation rates. It doesn’t matter who you are, this issue will impact your future – directly or indirectly. Plan to tune in to a conversation tht will be as enlightening as it is entertaining!
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9/20/10
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Teaching Tips for a Terrific Tomorrow: Part II
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The comprehensive education of American youth – whether they are black, brown, red, yellow or white, must be this nation’s top priority, IF we are serious about our future. During a delightful, dynamic hour of powerful discourse, two extremely talented, creative, compelling and accomplished “master” teachers will share numerous teaching tips. If you are or have ever thought of becoming a parent, a mentor/tutor, a better educator or if you just want to be a more rounded and knowledgeable citizen, you’ll want to be a part of this conversation! Not only will listeners receive a lesson on reaching and teaching all learners but will also receive a lesson in history and culture.
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9/20/10
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Teaching Tips for a Terrific Tomorrow
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You have probably heard it before: the future is what you make it! Our children are, indeed, our future and "as the twig is bent, so the tree is inclined." Therefore, if we really care about OUR future as a nation and as a collection of individuals, we must, collectively, enhance the lives of our children. Teachers are certainly a vital part of the effort to secure a better tomorrow for they shape, touch and mold young lives and in so doing, they also shape, touch and mold the future. If you care about this nation's future, you don't want to miss this episode! Teachers who have received national recognition for their successes will share those strategies and tips that have improved schools and young lives. The show will also provide tips on meeting the needs of ‘at-risk’ students whose parents are incarcerated. Listeners are in store for a real treat during this inspirational, enlightening and powerful hour of sharing!
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9/20/10
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"A Celebration of African-American History and Culture"
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Although the celebration, recognition and observance of African American history and culture should take place all year, the month of February has been set aside for major emphasis on black history & culture. Today’s Show provides a succinct but powerful glimpse into the work of world renowned black artists and educators who have shared their gifts and research with thousands of diverse followers. In 1922, James Weldon Johnson, composer of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” (the black National Anthem) said, “The final measure of greatness of all peoples is the amount and standard of the literature and the art they have produced. Education in the arts is central to the quality of life of any civilized nation.” Today’s Show will provide a succinct education on some aspects of black history, music and culture with an entertaining hour replete with the sharing of knowledge, research, & song. You don’t want to miss this powerful cultural experience which is sure to delight every listener!
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9/20/10
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Closing the Achievement Gap: Part III
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The disparity in the achievement gains of many African American and Hispanic students when compared to their white counterparts is alarming, indeed. However, many school leaders have successfully addressed the daunting challenge of providing “equity” in today’s educational programs. You will certainly want to tune in to this program so that you can receive first hand information on how to close the achievement gap and what successful school leaders are doing to promote equity.
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9/20/10
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Closing the Achievement Gap: Part II
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The disparity in achievement between white students and our black and Hispanic students has the potential of becoming a national disaster. With dropout rates as high as 50% in some localities, the future of this great nation is at risk. Why does this disparity exist? What can and should be done about it? The answers will astound you. While it is true that “educating everyone takes everyone”, there are strategies school officials must implement to enhance the achievement, ability ad performance of diverse students. You won’t want to miss the insight of host Dr. Crystal Kuykendall and 3 powerful School Superintendents who have implemented cutting edge practices in their endeavors to close achievement gaps in their respected school districts. This is a conversation you’ll want to continue for years to come!
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9/20/10
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Closing the Achievement Gap
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Have you ever thought about what the future of the United States would be like if over half of the population was uneducated? If current trends for the education of black and brown children continue, the US future is dismal, indeed. Right now, there is a wide discrepancy between the achievement of white, black and Hispanic students. Researchers agree that these achievement disparities are the result of factors other than innate intelligence. In appropriate settings, where certain learning and teaching variables are in place, underperforming minority students have excelled. Whether you are an educator, a parent, or someone who just cares about the future of the United States, this show will provide valuable information on things that must happen in schools, homes and communities to close achievement gaps between white, black and Hispanic youth.
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9/20/10
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Educating Everyone Takes Everyone: Celebrating National Mentoring
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January is National Mentoring Month. Those persons who have been mentors to others are among the countless “Merchants of Hope”© this program empowers weekly. Yet, not everyone feels they can mentor others. Some even think mentoring requires hard work and lots of personal sacrifice. There are many misconceptions about what today’s mentors should know and do. Those misconceptions will be dispelled in today’s episode which continues the discussion started last week about why mentoring is so vital to this nation’s future. Whether or not you’ve had a mentor, been a mentor or think mentoring is just not for you, this episode will inspire and inform. You’ll hear examples of effective mentoring and learn some of the do’s and don’ts. Importantly, you’ll hear from some mentees whose lives have been transformed by marvelous mentors.
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9/20/10
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Educating Everyone Takes Everyone: What Mentors Should Know and Do
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At some point in your life you have probably received tremendous insight, advice, consultation or encouragement from someone outside of your immediate family who helped transform your life. Each of us can appreciate those modern day “mentors” for helping us to make it through the storms of our lives. Yet, while we have all been beneficiaries of the efforts of mentors in our own lives, not all of us are taking time to be mentors to so many others who really could benefit from our experiences, insight and nurturing. Today’s youth have a great need for mentors who can offer the insight, knowledge, encouragement and assistance as they seek to fulfill their untapped potential. Whether you have been a mentor, considered mentoring, or thought that mentoring was just not for you, today’s show will cause you to think again. You will learn about some significant institutionalized mentoring efforts and tips for effective discipline that every youth caregiver should have.
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9/20/10
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Violence In Our Schools: How to Stem It, How to Stop It
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The escalating violence in our schools should be everyone’s concern. Rather than let school violence continue, more caring adults must come together to prevent and eventually stop bullying, harassment, teasing – violent acts of all kind. This show will feature John Hoover, the author of The Bullying Prevention Handbook and other callers who will share ongoing efforts to address this critical social challenge. Whether you are a parent, school official or concerned tax payer, violence in our schools affect everyone’s life, directly or indirectly. This particular episode will provide insight, practical tips and will launch a conversation that will continue during future episodes of this show. Join this important, lively discussion and a national campaign to take back our schools and become more sensitive to the developmental needs of our youth.
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9/20/10
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The Power of “Merchants of Hope”
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When there is a positive expectation, there is “hope”. While that word may be used loosely by many, the presence of hope is powerful in facilitating positive action. Hopelessness can bring about alienation, anger, bad behavior, substance abuse and in some instances, violent criminal activity. Hopeless youth often underachieve and underperform in academic settings and hopeless adults are unproductive, unpleasant and often un- or underemployed. Those persons who have a positive impact on “hopeless” others and who enrich their own lives through service are “Merchants of Hope”©. If you have ever wondered about your own legacy or success potential, you’ll want to listen to today’s Show. You’ll be informed, enlightened and inspired by the Host and by Merchants of Hope worldwide.
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9/20/10
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