Too many students start down a pathway to pursue scholarships and then give up. They key to winning scholarships is consistency every week. You must not give up. You must let everyone know that you are looking for scholarships. Here are 10 things ...
Posted Monday, January 7th 2013 at 4:37PM
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The best way to achieve your dream is by making a commitment to start today. Determine that you will not let another year go by where you have not pushed the limits to achieve your dream. Even if you get half way there during 2013 you will be close ...
Posted Thursday, December 27th 2012 at 5:02PM
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The beginning of any career serves as the foundation for success. Some teachers start their careers and feel limited while others thrive and are open to new challenges. It is important to write down your goals and to develop a career road map that ...
Posted Monday, November 19th 2012 at 10:54AM
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High school is still a great transition period for students. They are trying to uncover who they will be in the future. High school students need special attention too. Parents benefit when they take time to study their high school student’s ups ...
Posted Wednesday, October 24th 2012 at 5:21PM
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Over the past decade we have witnessed a steady rise in the cost of college that is leading us to a fiscal cliff. Did you know that the cost of attending a four year college can range from $25,000 to $60,000 a year? It is a fiscal cliff that has to ...
Posted Tuesday, October 16th 2012 at 2:40PM
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It’s amazing that during the 21st Century Big Bird could become a political football. Sesame Street has been a big part of my children’s lives. Big Bird reminds me why I should enjoy education. During this presidential election some are willing ...
Posted Wednesday, October 10th 2012 at 3:43PM
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Succeeding as a scholar athlete requires devotion to academic excellence in the classroom. The value of having scholar athletes on a team is often missed. There is a conflict that can occur when the coach’s agenda and the student’s academic go ...
Posted Monday, September 24th 2012 at 5:24PM
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In a society where technology is providing answers to problems at the speed of light there is still a place for critical thinking. Today people look at a situation or a problem from a limited perspective. Students think that all it takes is a Googl ...
Posted Wednesday, September 19th 2012 at 11:12AM
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One of the best skills you can learn while in high school and college is how to manage your time. Time management is a big challenge for students who like to procrastinate. During high school it seems to be so easy to procrastinate until the last m ...
Posted Tuesday, September 11th 2012 at 6:20PM
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The high school years are one of the most exciting times in a student’s K12 experience. It is a time when many important decisions will be made regarding further education and the right career path. The key to a student’s success in selecting ...
Posted Thursday, September 6th 2012 at 6:23PM
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Attending college is one of the best ways to grow intellectually, emotionally, socially and personally. As you take classes and listen to lectures look for opportunities to do a self-assessment. You should uncover how much you do or don’t know ab ...
Posted Wednesday, August 22nd 2012 at 5:46PM
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The decision to be a motivated student starts today. The moment that you wake up tell yourself that it will be an outstanding day full of blessings, power and success. During each moment of the day remind yourself that it is a day that is full of p ...
Posted Friday, August 17th 2012 at 8:39AM
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Most children have a natural interest in the science. They want to learn about plants and where their food comes from. They are surrounded by science and engineering every day but it is not at topic at the dinner table. Children are missing out on ...
Posted Tuesday, June 19th 2012 at 5:50PM
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During this program we will discuss how to maximize your motivation to accomplish your goals. We will talk about some of the steps that are required to get you moving. We will emphasize the value of education and training to prepare you for the fut ...
Posted Monday, May 14th 2012 at 6:52PM
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This program will help college students who are making the transition from college to work. We will discuss the best communication and leadership strategies. We will also talk about the solutions associated with managing staff of all ages. Our spe ...
Posted Monday, March 26th 2012 at 6:47PM
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This is part two in a series on leadership. This video will provide tips and strategies that help leaders to increase their value in an organization. The focus of the discussion is leadership and organization as an important part of your success. You ...
Posted Saturday, March 10th 2012 at 8:45PM
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My next program will occur on Monday, March 5, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. The show is from 6:30 - 7:30 est. We are talking about the following topic: How to Become a better Reader. This program is for parents, schools, community groups churches etc. We want ...
Posted Monday, March 5th 2012 at 4:52PM
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Can you imagine a time when every student in your school or in your organization improves their reading skills? ? The Launchpad Company is starting a nationwide campaign to make a difference in how students enjoy reading. The company helps students ...
Posted Saturday, February 18th 2012 at 4:35PM
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This is part one in a series on leadership. This video will provide tips and strategies that help leaders to increase their value in an organization. The focus of the discussion is leadership and communication as an important part of your success. ht ...
Posted Sunday, January 22nd 2012 at 7:05PM
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College Bound Students Flocking to Social Networks
Dr. Stephen Jones
The road to college is paved with social networks. Thousands of students are racing to social networks to fulfill their thirst for information about college life. Students are ...
Posted Friday, October 28th 2011 at 11:30AM
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For 28 years, I have worked with black engineering and science college students. I have found engineering to be one of the most challenging course of study at any college. When I have exposed students to engineering at the high school level it has ...
Posted Friday, September 16th 2011 at 9:31AM
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Today, I am encouraging 100 parents of college bound students to join my fan page. Over the next few weeks I will offer tips so that your student will thrive while in college. "Like" me at http://on.fb.me/h9I9VT
Here are some of my tips for parent ...
Posted Wednesday, July 13th 2011 at 11:05AM
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During this program we will discuss all of the changes that are happening in the media. We will explore the rapid changes in radio and what is the correct career path. Our special guest will be Marcus C. Smith who is with 103.9 FM radio.
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Posted Monday, May 16th 2011 at 6:23PM
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I was amongst the army of people who refused to change their electricity company because I felt safe with my service provider. I did not realize that when I decided to change companies my current supplier Peco would continue to serve me when there a ...
Posted Saturday, April 30th 2011 at 8:40PM
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How to Eliminate Your Fear of Speaking
Dr. Stephen Jones
Deciding to become a speaker can be one of the most exciting aspects of a professional’s career. It’s amazing how something so enjoyable can ignite fear at the same time. Your fears can ...
Posted Thursday, April 21st 2011 at 1:23PM
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