How MPP Leverages Education to Empower Students Experiencing Homelessness
In a world that often appears to be on the verge of chaos, education is a pillar of hope, particularly for students battling severe adversity. Among them, students facing homelessness must traverse a challenging path where uncertainty rears its head at every turn. As a result, the quest for [...]
The Benefits of Journaling for Students
Since the age of eight or nine, I’ve loved journaling. Truth be told, I always loved feeling like I was Harriet the Spy, scribbling away in the classic black and white composition notebooks. As I got older, I continued to use a journal, where I would document my days, [...]
How My Private Professor’s Give-Back Business Model Empowers Corporations
As businesses and society evolve, there is a growing need for corporations to give back to their communities. In the workforce, philanthropic initiatives not only give employees the opportunity to speak to their causes, but also foster personal development, team bonding, and engagement. But giving back can often be a [...]
How Does Classroom Design Affect Student Learning?
Marie Kondo said, “Life truly begins after you have put your house in order.” Whether she knew it or not, Kondo was speaking to the needs of the student house — or, the classroom. As it seems, the classroom structure and design plays a critical role in student success. [...]
10 Effective Strategies to Help Improve Student Attention Span
In today's fast-paced and often overstimulated world, maintaining focus and attention can be a challenging task for everyone. With an endless stream of information and notifications from social media and the internet, it's no wonder our attention spans are dwindling. As education inches further and further into the digital [...]
Easy Ways To Engage Young Students in Writing
In the classroom, providing variety in lesson plans can help students stay focused and engaged. For instance, when it comes to writing, there are so many ways in which teachers can keep lessons and instructions fresh and fun. By integrating variety into their instructions, teachers can help spark students’ [...]
Health, Fitness, and Wellness Tips for College Students
Whether it’s a dorm party, a club soccer tournament, or a comedy club event, college students can seem busier than CEOs. Of course, having such a full schedule to provide you with structure and purpose is great — but at the same time, it’s always important to remember to [...]
How Track and Field Can be Transformative For Students
When I was in eleventh grade, I was hoping to finally make it on the girl’s varsity basketball team. After enduring two years of grueling try-outs, yet remaining in my place, humbled on the JV team, I figured it was finally my time. After all, in my school, it [...]
Students Need to Rethink Stress
A few months ago, I watched Kelly McGonigal’s Ted Talk on stress. Even though I was actually seeking information on procrastination, McGonigal’s talk opened a door for me, changing my entire perspective on stress. In McGonigal’s talk, she explains that, with so many of her patients, she’s demonized stress. [...]
The Critical Role Failure Plays in Student Success
People are always talking about how failure is not only important, but necessary for growth. And that sounds great in theory. But one thing gets in the way: we hate failing! We’re encouraged to embrace failing in order to advance in life. But this is easier said than done [...]