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Northrop students are bringing Fort Wayne’s history to life with ‘The Haunted Forest’
From October 24 to 26, Northrop students will put on “The Haunted Forest”, which is described as part haunted attraction, part historical reenactment, and part youth-led exploration of memory and identity.
When legislators become learners: Bridging the gap between policy and early childhood education
Early childhood education advocates are inviting legislators into classrooms in hopes of addressing systemic issues in childcare across Indiana.
How Microschools are challenging public education in Indiana
Offering more personalized education and less oversight, some parents in Indiana are turning to microschools – but educational experts question whether this growing trend will provide a lasting solution to public education concerns.
How Latinos Count is empowering youth in Indiana
“We’ve been getting money here and there, but this is serious money that shows other foundations and the community what we’re capable of. Our hope is that this is just the start, and that we’ll continue building the relationships and systems we need to keep serving Latino youth and their families, wherever they are.”
#PlacesofNEI: Explore the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo’s African Journey
Next time you are at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, take in the sights and sounds of the African continent.
How local organizations are helping young parents
“We are trying to help the parents be better parents or help them develop as parents, so the program is also about them, not just the children.”
#PlacesofNEI: Meet Simple Nature, the local candle company giving back to Bloomingdale Elementary
Simple Nature is one of the local vendors found at the YLNI Farmers Market each Saturday throughout the summer from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
#PlacesofNEI: Fulfill your curiosity with learning activities for all ages at Reboot Labs
Reboot offers a great selection of S.T.E.M. toys and puzzles that will engage the minds of both kids and adults.
#PlacesofNEI: Storyscapes, a new learning space for kids at the Allen County Public Library
The Allen County Public Library has introduced a new, interactive children's learning center at its Downtown Branch.
Northrop students are bringing Fort Wayne’s history to life with ‘The Haunted Forest’
From October 24 to 26, Northrop students will put on “The Haunted Forest”, which is described as part haunted attraction, part historical reenactment, and part youth-led exploration of memory and identity.
When legislators become learners: Bridging the gap between policy and early childhood education
Early childhood education advocates are inviting legislators into classrooms in hopes of addressing systemic issues in childcare across Indiana.
How Microschools are challenging public education in Indiana
Offering more personalized education and less oversight, some parents in Indiana are turning to microschools – but educational experts question whether this growing trend will provide a lasting solution to public education concerns.
How Latinos Count is empowering youth in Indiana
“We’ve been getting money here and there, but this is serious money that shows other foundations and the community what we’re capable of. Our hope is that this is just the start, and that we’ll continue building the relationships and systems we need to keep serving Latino youth and their families, wherever they are.”
#PlacesofNEI: Explore the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo’s African Journey
Next time you are at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, take in the sights and sounds of the African continent.
How local organizations are helping young parents
“We are trying to help the parents be better parents or help them develop as parents, so the program is also about them, not just the children.”
#PlacesofNEI: Meet Simple Nature, the local candle company giving back to Bloomingdale Elementary
Simple Nature is one of the local vendors found at the YLNI Farmers Market each Saturday throughout the summer from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
#PlacesofNEI: Fulfill your curiosity with learning activities for all ages at Reboot Labs
Reboot offers a great selection of S.T.E.M. toys and puzzles that will engage the minds of both kids and adults.
#PlacesofNEI: Storyscapes, a new learning space for kids at the Allen County Public Library
The Allen County Public Library has introduced a new, interactive children's learning center at its Downtown Branch.
