Author Archives: acschmidt

Santa for a Cause

As the Kearns Community Learning Center Coordinator, I have been involved in a service project for the past three years we have dubbed “Santa for a Cause.” The purpose of the project is to provide families with the greatest needs … Continue reading

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Unemployment Rates and What it Means For Teens

It’s no secret that the unemployment rate in the United States is high.  Nationally unemployment is at 9% but here in Utah it is 7.3%.  A high rate of unemployment is not good for job seekers of all ages but … Continue reading

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Utilizing Collaboration to Address Family Needs

Across the country an exciting new initiative is being implemented.  The idea was originally born in Harlem in the early 90’s when leaders realized they would need to do something to turn their neighborhoods around. They decided to do a series of activities designed … Continue reading

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Why is school attendance so important?

Sometimes students and parents might question why school attendance is so important. Parents might think my child is only in kindergarten if they miss a day or a week that won’t hurt them. Or a parent of a junior high … Continue reading

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A Community School: What is it and Why Should I Care?

A little over a year ago, Kearns Jr High was converted into a community school. But what does that mean? What makes a community school any different from the next school and what benefit does it have for the students … Continue reading

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