Do your part in schooling Apr 12, 2009
A rigorous program helps, school autonomy helps, and several hours of homework help but consider that if children were inspired or pushed at home to study longer and harder, we could move ourselves toward better student achievement in all grades. This is also a mark of the need for lighted schoolhouses and preparatory programs like Head Start and 4-year-old kindergarten all of which prepare children for the serious work of learning. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Café a bright spot in west Valley community Apr 10, 2009
They come for coffee and homework help from Sam, who taught science at the high school last year. He pesters them to prepare for the SATs. (Fresno Bee)
Boys & Girls Club annual campaign Apr 3, 2009
Funds raised will provide quality after-school programs such as thePower Hour homework help program, computer skills training, dance and performing arts, fitness and sports, arts and crafts and character and leadership programs such as the Keystone Leadership Club and the Youth of the Year program. For information, parents can contact the club at 781-438-6770. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Building homes with faith Apr 1, 2009
She founded the North Hills Community Center summer camp and after-school program and works as an assistant teacher at the center's Head Start program, which provides students with homework help and tutoring from reading and math teachers. Henderson Rivers and her husband, Chuck, also drive people to polls and collect food for those in need at the North Hills Food Cupboard. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Tutoring program brings help to students at need Mar 26, 2009
Turnberry has a lot of students with lower grades who could benefit from homework help, she said ... Its safer and more conducive to learning (to offer homework help and activities) at the complex, said Iris Hildreth, community service supervisor for Catholic Charities ... What: Free homework help. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Reduced rates at Kids Come First program Mar 26, 2009
They provide homework help, arts and crafts, gym time, computer time, group games and many other enrichment activities and events. Located at the Veterans Memorial School on Hurd Avenue, the hours are 7-8:30 a.m. for the morning session and 2:40-6 p.m. for the afternoon session. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
City youth project gains ground Mar 24, 2009
They listed homework help, tutoring, reading, writing and computer based activities as the top preferences for areas of focus. Other preferred programs were arts and crafts, aerobics, gymnastics and clubs such as boy scouts and girl scouts. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
What Is KIPP, and Is It a Miracle Cure for Bad Schools? Mar 22, 2009
Recognizing that students need more out-of-school aid to supplement their educations, the program also requires its staff to be available to students by phone after hours for homework help and moral support. For this overtime (which represents 60 percent more time in the classroom alone, on average, than in regular public schools), teachers receive just 20 percent more pay. (Slate)
MCC students get real-life lesson Mar 21, 2009
The Center offers after-school programming and homework help for students of all ages. I strongly encouraged my students to create an event or project with some sustainable results by bringing awareness to the community, said Elias. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Community Profile:Town Librarian, Maura P. Ritz Mar 19, 2009
Homework help is offered, but board games are also played ... Subjects include art and antiques, biography, business, genealogy, health, history, homework helpers, language, legal, literary, test preparation, periodicals, and science. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
N. Kentucky startups awarded state funds Mar 18, 2009
provides live online homework help, communication tools and a variety of educational content to help customers improve academic performance. Edunet was awarded $100,000 through the Kentucky Enterprise Fund. (Louisville Business First, KY)
The library of the future Mar 14, 2009
In its 24/7 electronic library, it already offers a place for teens that includes online homework help and links to websites designed by teens about fashion, music and other topics. Music and DVD "hot picks" and downloads, along with books on topics sensitive to teens, such as death and grief, gay and lesbian identity and more, can be accessed through the site. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Online Learning Comes to the Virtual World from SCORE! Educational Centers Mar 9, 2009
Online Learning Comes to the Virtual World from SCORE. Online Learning Comes to the Virtual World from SCORE. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Project expands youth center Mar 7, 2009
After school homework help: For fourth grade through middle school and high school. Monday through Friday from 2:30 to 6 p.m. Includes assistance with homework, and tutoring. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Alliance Data employees celebrate International Corporate Philanthropy Day Mar 6, 2009
Events included a lunch-and-learn about protecting children from Internet predators; homework help, mentoring, crafting and playing games with children at the Boys and Girls Club of Collin County; and sorting, organizing and boxing foods at the Plano Food Pantry. Alliance employees also collected food and toys throughout the week to donate to the Collin County Children s Advocacy Center, Evans said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Compton's comeback Mar 2, 2009
has included after-school centers for children, such as the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Youth Foundation, where (from left) Giovanni Ibanez 10; William Gutierrez 10; and Andrew Lopez, 8, play pool and receive homework help. Los Angeles County Sheriff's officers search a suspect and his car for drugs along Long Beach Boulevard in Compton earlier this month. (Insight on the News)
Compton eyes comeback as murders fall to new low Mar 1, 2009
Deputies also direct science and mentoring programs, as well as an after-school center offering boxing, dance, homework help and field trips. "These are kids who have never been to the beach," Ryan said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
School district planning for growth Feb 28, 2009
n Online homework help ... As we look into the future, computers and the Internet will be even more necessary for students to access course content, school announcements, homework help and online classes. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
How much do you help with homework? Feb 27, 2009
The entry titled "How much homework help do you give?," and any of the comments about it ... How much homework help do you give ... If they needed homework help, I d nudge them in the right direction, but I NEVER did their homework for them (much to my daughter s chagrin, who confided that a friend of her s mother did her math for her because it was too hard and took up too much time. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Committee hears school improvement plans Feb 27, 2009
The club also runs a homework help program at the Shamrock School with help from the United Way and Central Bank. In addition, Metters said a carnival is coming up in May and a golf tournament is scheduled for August. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
AROUND THE COMMUNITY Feb 24, 2009
No-cost Homework Help Nights for students attending fourth grade through high school are offered by Neighbors; House. . (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
This homework help starts with parents Feb 23, 2009
TODAY'S HEADLINES SPECIAL SECTION ONLINE POLL. Do you have faith in Roland Burris as a U.S. senator. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Lake Helen forced to use reserve fund for software Feb 21, 2009
The Boys and Girls Club, though, plans to continue its Lake Helen after-school program, which provides about 40 local kids with homework help and various programs. Another annual event, though, might be back on track for 2010. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Success found in Discovery Squad Feb 21, 2009
The Albany School of Humanities student is part of the after-school program at the museum, which provides homework help and hands-on learning to children from the city's underserved neighborhoods. The museum's after-school programs recently received a $10,000 grant from the Times Union Hope Fund. (Albany Times Union)
Help and practical information is available for job seekers Feb 20, 2009
Heating assistance, mortgage help, homework help, income tax help, veteran's benefits, a specific disease or condition-referrals are available for these and many more. Anderson noted that they frequently refer job seekers to The Work Place. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Light shines to nearly $200,000 Feb 12, 2009
Youth ages 6 to 18 receive after-school and summer mentoring in areas ranging from homework help to self-esteem building and creative arts at the greater Casper branch on K Street, Glenrock and Douglas locations, and after-school programs inside elementary schools at Paradise Valley, Mills, Verda James and Evansville. Paradise Valley and Evansville schools also host BGCCW neighborhood summer programs. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wakefield Academy extended day Feb 11, 2009
These programs will be offered throughout the school year and will focus on skill building, academic support, homework help and test taking strategies. The elementary program starting next week will have an MCAS focus as well as overall student achievement. (Wakefield Observer, MA)
January Ends with Victories for a Trio of Fairfax Activist Groups Feb 9, 2009
Sam wrote on Feb 8, 2009 6:19 PM:" While these activists groups have helped to make significant strides within the Fairfax County education system there is one issue that deserves much attention; after school programs. Created in 2004 , the Centreville LEAP (Learning Enrichment Through Activities) After School Program has made a significant impact on students, teachers, and families in the community. Offering summer and after school programs for grades K through 12, LEAP focuses on improving... (South County Chronicle, VA)
Question and answer with: Little Treasures Schoolhouse Feb 8, 2009
A. Right now what they do is the great outdoors, homework help, snack time, games, activities and we do arts and crafts and science activities. There are always things that we do liven it up for them. (Reading Advocate, MA)
So She Thought: Hail to the mom-in-chief Feb 8, 2009
We worry that if we're not putting in an eight hour day of work followed by another eight hours of cooking, cleaning and homework help, that maybe we're not trying hard enough. As we watch Michelle Obama make the job of providing a stable and steady influence in her family's lives her main focus, hopefully it will inspire those of us who share the title of "mom-in-chief" to feel a renewed sense of pride and a sense of accomplishment about how we spend our days -- the invaluable, and vastly... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Does Klamath Falls need a community center for different generations to meet and mingle? Feb 8, 2009
Scotty77 wrote on Jan 30, 2009 11:51 AM:" You could build a new building in a "Clean" part of town, or use an exsisting one, even near mills (huge population of kids that regardless of your views on mills edition, deserve a good place to go as well). Either way, doesn't matter what we put in, or where we put it, the question is what are we going to do with it?Are we going to offer an after school program for homework help? Or a video game center? Or a Sports program? What is the intent here? And... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Kewanee Public Library Connection Apr 1, 2008
People from all over the Kewanee area also visit us for Internet access, community meetings, lectures and programs, to do research with the assistance of a trained professional, to get a job or to find homework help. Now we offer wireless service, too. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
Roslindale Community Center happenings Mar 27, 2008
There s homework help and tutoring, arts programming, computer lab, daily gym activities, swimming at the Flaherty Pool. Vacation week and summer programs are available. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Student penalized for Facebook study group Mar 21, 2008
University disciplines student who set up group to share homework help. MSN Tech and Gadgets. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Kids stay involved with Upper County mentoring programs Mar 20, 2008
The middle school program, CRASH (Creative Recreation After-school Student Happenings) launched on Nov. 19 and now has 108 participants who come for after-school activities from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday for activities ranging from homework help to cooking, music, art and games. Not every child comes every day. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Online company connects students with international tutors Mar 19, 2008
Students can register on uProdigy's Web site and pay $15 an hour for live online tutoring, paper editing and homework help. Their questions are outsourced to India and Southeast Asia, where tutors must pass a series of standardized tests and interviews before working for the site. (Daily Orange, NY)
Pilot program pairs parents with students Mar 19, 2008
That s the goal of George Bancroft Elementary School s resource center at the housing development, an attempt to bring parents and children together for homework help and family time. The center will be open one day a week after school for parents and students. (Scranton Times, PA)
Student Not Expelled Over Facebook Group Mar 19, 2008
Avenir's supporters argued the online group he ran was no different from any kind of homework help or tutoring circle. But a professor, who had stipulated assignments be done independently, discovered the group, gave the student an F and then charged him with academic misconduct. (Guardian)
community support keeps YMCA improvements moving forward - VFW, Davis Funeral Chapel make donations supporting YMCA programs Mar 15, 2008
Hendrix said the rowdy side will be set up with various games including ping pong, pool, foosball and air hockey many of which have already been donated to the Y. In addition to the computer lab, the quiet side will be set up for tutoring and homework help. We plan to also have a couch and chair for quiet reading, she said. (Boonville Daily News, MO)
Slideshow Victorian women who made a difference. | A2 Mar 8, 2008
We recruit and train community volunteers and secondary school students, then we deploy them to sites and it translates on the ground to things like breakfast clubs, volunteers in classrooms, mentors for young people, homework help and we link in our services to support families with issues. MARGARET KEATS, MBE (1895-1970). (The Age, Australia)
Teen Reach director saw program take roots Mar 7, 2008
He said Teen Reach provides a safe place for youths to hang out and get homework help. Rankin added he also went on fun Teen Reach field trips, including going to Six Flags twice. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Weed Elementary prepares for statewide cuts Mar 6, 2008
We will also be promoting after-school programs such as photography, cooking, art, drama, homework help, and a lounge for the older kids. Comments. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
N.H. school funding plan would cost $914 million Feb 29, 2008
The plan requires that the needy schools spend the extra aid on state-approved services, such as full-day kindergarten, reduced class size or after-school homework help. The aid plan would not take effect until the 2009-2010 school year. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Battling the homework juggernaut Feb 27, 2008
Hunting for homework help. If you're looking for a tutor, a few shopping tips from experts. (Globe and Mail)
Library expands focus on youth Feb 18, 2008
is a live homework help service the library offers free to students. Students can access from the library or, if they have a library card and a computer, from home. (Lompoc Record, CA)
KSBW Community Calendar Feb 16, 2008
Monterey Library Offers Homework Help. The Monterey Public Library now offers homework help for 4th through 12th grade and college introduction level students. (KSBW 8, CA)
Kirksville R-3 extends after school program Feb 14, 2008
"The middle school is predominantly homework help because... it's an overwhelming workload, and the Tiger Club certainly meets that need," Bartig said. Currently, about 300 children in the District take advantage of the Tiger Club, which is free of charge. (Kirksville Daily Express, MO)
Does homework add up? Feb 12, 2008
If you can t help your student on their homework, the Gwinnett County Library has a free on-line (and possibly) call-in homework help. (Google Gwinnett Public Library for the link) There are also other homework help web sites where students can post questions ... Ive seen lots of good points listed already when it comes to homework help. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Advanced Multitasking for Moms Feb 5, 2008
Your family s many needs constantly compete for your attention, and when you throw in carpooling, homework help, paid and volunteer work, shopping, etc. and it s enough to make your head spin. (Suite101.com)
Logica Holdings Announces New Pricing Model for Annesdiary.com Feb 4, 2008
This premium service offers girls aged 6 - 14 access to the first biometrically-secured social networking site for children, featuring a secure chatroom, personal interactive diary, games, book club and homework help. ADVERTISEMENT. (Primezone Releases)
NH committee approves school aid report Feb 2, 2008
The report recommends that the needy schools be required to spend the extra aid on state-approved services, such as full-day kindergarten, reduced class size or after-school homework help. Today's most viewed articles. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
NH legislators draft recommendations of new school aid system Feb 1, 2008
The committee is recommending that the needy schools be required to spend the extra aid on state-approved services, such as full-day kindergarten, reduced class size or after-school homework help. Today's most viewed articles. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Library gala to kick off fundraiser for children Jan 31, 2008
The Starr Library, Cook says, has been serving the Rhinebeck community since 1862, and provides books, DVDs, Internet access and a Wi-Fi wireless Internet network, story hours for children, seasonal events, book discussion groups, homework help, Friends of the Library book sales, local history and genealogy research facilities, audiobooks and much more. Advance reservations are required for the gala. (Rhinebeck Gazette Advertiser, NY)
Cool Educational Web Sites For Kids Jan 31, 2008
Find it fast: Search for homework help on this huge list of topics. BRAINPOP.COM. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Learn to help Jan 30, 2008
Lone Star Circle of Care offers volunteer training. Lone Star Circle of Care, a Williamson County nonprofit organization providing healthcare for uninsured and underinsured patients, is holding a volunteer orientation today from 6-7:30 p.m. in Georgetown. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Your Child's Education Jan 26, 2008
If you have difficulty helping, there are online tutoring or often schools will offer telephone homework help. offers free math lessons and homework help. (Suite101.com)
Mentoring impacts kids, adults Jan 26, 2008
A school-based program at Lincoln Elementary allows mentors to meet students at the school for time with homework help and other activities. The traditional program, which includes Theo and Tate, is done outside of school. (Charles City Press, IO)
Comment: A week of vacuity and ineptitude Jan 25, 2008
Here was Labour's great landmark programme to support and protect children from birth, give them breakfast clubs before school and offer the same after-school activities and homework help that middle-class children take for granted. But Ofsted's report went unreported anywhere, since the government itself never promoted its own best achievements. (Guardian Unlimited)
More of this story Jan 23, 2008
"They have wanted recreational facilities for youth, classrooms and space for counseling and job training, English classes and homework help," Roe said. "This building is going to give them lots of room to serve the community.". (North County Times)
Milner Students Will Be Exposed To 'Core Knowledge' Jan 22, 2008
Then, until 5 p.m., the school will offer homework help, tutoring and enrichment. There will be Saturday classes for older students to catch up on some of the curriculum offered in the early grades. (FOX61, CT)
Libraries are an asset Jan 21, 2008
Also, as the Florida Library Association notes in an e-mail, libraries provide many services for young people - "Born to Read," homework help and story times, to name just a few. Jacksonville, particularly, can be proud of its libraries. (Florida Times-Union)
Parenting seminars to take place at Temecula library Jan 12, 2008
The parenting seminars at the library will span topics that include motivating middle schoolers, discipline, values and homework help. With Temecula's large population of children and teenagers, Tooker hopes parents can find at least one class that will enhance their family life. (North County Times)
Library open to all patrons Jan 7, 2008
While the library still offers all the great books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs and CDs that visitors expect and enjoy, today's library is a vibrant and ever-changing place to experience exhibits, classes, lectures, book club meetings, homework help and performances. With cutting-edge technology, libraries connect patrons to the global community with information from around the world, affording us opportunities like never before. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Generation Y biggest user of US libraries - survey Dec 31, 2007
Public libraries now offer virtual homework help, special gaming software programs, and some librarians even have created characters in the Second Life virtual world, Estabrook said. Libraries also remain a community hub or gathering place in many neighborhoods, she said. (Reuters)
Helping women and children in need Dec 20, 2007
The children's department runs an after-school group, where kids can get snacks, obtain tutoring and homework help and gain age-appropriate education on domestic violence. It's all free of charge. (Sulphur Southwest Daily News, LA)
