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Expand Your Horizons

Perhaps I started thinking about writing about expanding our horizons as another way of talking about that worn-out cliché, “think outside the box”—but I think it is more than that when it comes to our home businesses—we need to make sure we continue to stretch ourselves, and stretch our marketing and networking nets far and wide, in order to keep our businesses growing and thriving. It isn’t just about finding new ideas or trying to problem-solve in creative ways, but we have to actually stretch ourselves and our businesses in order to continue to attract new clients, customers and prospects. … Continue reading →

Expanding Your Horizons Network

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While searching various subjects on science and technology, I came across an organization that supports girls and science. Expanding Your Horizons (EYH) is a non-profit organization that supports girls in selecting careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This organization consists of teachers, scientists, family members, community officials, and government representatives. The network began very informally in the San Francisco Bay area in 1974 after a group of women scientists and teachers began meeting. The women received a grant in 1978 by the Carnegie Corporation to support their efforts. A resource center with professional staff members was created in … Continue reading →

Education Week in Review: April 7 – April 13

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This week, I continued my focus on science and began a new focus on adults returning to school. In the area of science, I offered outdoor activity ideas and insight on gender gap. I also discussed study tips for adults returning to college. I hope that you enjoyed the week! Sunday, April 8 Outdoor Activity Ideas Many schools do not have outdoor classrooms. Even if you do not have access to outdoor instruction materials, you can easily conduct outdoor lessons. I offered some ideas in this article. Parents Prepare for Parent Teacher Conference It is important for parents to attend … Continue reading →