International Walk and Roll to School Day is approaching. The Oct. 9 event is scheduled to encourage students to forgo cars and use bikes, scooters and their own two feet to get to school. If your school is planning on celebrating the event, please consider sending photos of the day [...]
It's that time again -- I’m up for a volunteer profile in the coming days and need help finding a good subject. Does your school or classroom benefit from someone who goes above and beyond the norm to keep things running smoothly or to provide an extra service for students? [...]
Is cursive being taught in Sonoma County schools anymore? When do kids learn cursive and what purpose does it serve? Have some schools/districts abandoned the practice? I'm thinking about doing a story on cursive curriculum in Sonoma County. Please contact me with your thoughts and insights on the subject. I [...]
How is your class marking the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks? If your school or class is doing something to mark the event or giving the lesson a unique approach, send me an email at Kerry.benefield@pressdemocrat.com The Press Democrat is looking at different ways to cover the anniversary [...]