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
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
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
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