Evelyn Clifton honors her name as Texas school founder
Evelyn Clifton, a former Bessemer educator, inspired Brandenburg Elementary School in Irving, Texas, naming the Evelyn T. Clifton Early Childhood School after her 42 years in education. She championed early learning and bilingual instruction, guiding English introduction for Spanish speakers and improving district literacy outcomes. Clifton, now retired, remains active in education and community service.
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Slippery Rock University
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North Texas State University
Retired Teacher Association
Lunch box options for safe, stylish school meals
The piece highlights popular lunch box trends for back to school. Toys R Us and Rubbermaid offer soft branded bags, multiple compartments, and leak resistant seals. Cartoon characters like Powerpuff Girls and Scooby Doo drive sales, while options adapt to hot cold and room temperature foods with accessories like hot ice packs and sealing savers.
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Boxboro Mass AP profiles the growing home schooling movement where conservative Christians and New Age followers unite to educate children at home. Estimates place 1.3 to 2 million homeschooled students nationwide, with critics urging reform of public schools and opponents citing safety and values concerns. Bridget Barker discusses seeking higher-level work for her daughter and calls for change in public education.
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America
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Maggie
Portsmouth
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Barker
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Paula
Hampden
Conn
Home schooling grows with diverse families across America
Across America home schooling expands in numbers and variety amid debates over peer pressure and teacher overload. Families share common traits while exploring new curricula, from online courses to group tutoring, to suit each child’s learning style, as they seek stronger family ties and tailored education.
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