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Wichita district launches new “opportunity” school for disruptive students
The Wichita, Kansas school district is launching a new “Opportunity Academy” for misbehaving students that will focus more on developing character – an effort to address increasing disciplinary problems in recent years.
Shaping Character: The Reason Why
As students head back to school, we repost our signature piece on character formation, and why the loftiest-sounding goal is the one you’re already achieving.
College athletes visit MT schools to inspire students with messages about character, core values
Young students in Billings, Montana are soaking up lessons about character and leadership from college athletes they look up – an initiative aimed at helping students visualize their goals becoming a reality.
Scholars on Schools: Interview with Charles Glenn on Islamic High Schools
In this short clip, sociologist Charles Glenn talks with CultureFeed Editor Joanna Breault about the modeling of character by teachers and their openness to discuss difficult topics with students.
Nonprofit Little Kids Rock helps schools engage students through music they love
In early July, more than 500 educators from across the country descended on Colorado State University for the sixth annual Modern Band Summit, an event aimed at helping schools modernize music classes to get more students involved.
