February 20, 2009 RSS feed / Education

Student channels Red Cross founder at school "wax museum"

Bookman Road Elementary School in Elgin recently held its fifth annual "wax museum," an event where fourth- grade students dress up like their favorite United States' historical figures. More...

Illinois fourth graders request S.C. information

The fourth grade class at Aviston Elementary, located in southern Illinois is learning about the United States and the different environments, climates, resources, and highlights found in each region. More...

Sarah Brotman organizes hair collection at Wella Professionals School

Sarah Brotman, age 12, is organizing a hair collection for those in need, Saturday, March 7 from 9 am- 3 pm at Wella Professionals School, 105 Sparkleberry Crossing in northeast Columbia. More...

Second time around for seven CAP honor roll students

Seven students at the Center for Accelerated Preparation made the school's A/B Honor Roll for the second quarter. More...

Children's author,visits Killian

Kimberly Johnson, author of 11 children's books, spent the day at Killian on January 14. She taught students to brainstorm, organize ideas, and use stronger adjectives and verbs when writing. More...