How to engage youth in service on 9-11 Day
The goal of 9/11 Day is to provide a positive way for all people to forever remember and pay tribute to the 9/11 victims, honor those that rose in service in response to the attacks, and remind people of the importance of working more closely together in peace to...
As the new school year quickly approaches parents ask, “How many extracurricular activities are too many?”
For high school students, extracurricular activities can be a wonderful addition to a standard academic curriculum. For the child who dreams of career in law, the Debate Team may be a powerful draw. For the student who spends all of her extra time at the pottery...
Nelson Mandela Day is July 18. How will you serve your community?
Nelson Mandela followed three rules throughout his life: Free yourself. Free others. Serve every day. Mandela Day is a global call to action for citizens of the world to take up the challenge and follow in the footsteps of Madiba, a man who transformed his life,...
My child has been diagnosed with autism… now what?
The statistics are alarming. According to the CDC (2014) the prevalence of autism in U.S. children increased by 119.4 percent from 2000 (1 in 150) to 2010 (1 in 68). The incidence of autism is, without question, on the rise and can only be partially attributed to...
Favorite field trips make summer learning fun for the whole family!
According to Education columnist Jay Matthews in The Washington Post, "The field trip, once woven into the American school experience, is in decline." This is especially troubling because studies have shown that children learn much from field trips that they can’t get...
There’s still time to nominate a recipient for the Governor’s Outstanding Volunteer Award!
Nominations for the Governor’s Outstanding Volunteer Service Awards are being accepted by the State Office of Volunteerism through Wednesday, Aug. 26. These awards recognize the important contributions that Nationwide’s volunteers, 18 and older, make to their...
2015 National Parenting Gifted Children (NPGC) Week is July 19-25, 2015!
2015 National Parenting Gifted Children (NPGC) Week is just around the corner! Now, you can win two passes to the 2015 conference in Denver! The third week in July is a special time for those who parent gifted children. NPGC Week celebrates the occasion with a...
Top picks for educational summer road trips throughout Nationwide and southeastern Pennsylvania that will keep kids engaged!
There’s still plenty of summer left and as the pool, parks, and even outdoor play begin to pale, many parents wonder, “How can I continue to keep my kids active and engaged?” My suggestion? Sneak a little learning into that summer vacation through an educational field...
How to select the right tutoring service in Nationwide for your student? Your questions answered!
With so many tutoring options available today, you may be understandably confused. What’s the difference between 1-on-1 and small groups? Will SAT prep really help my child get a better score? And, is tutoring just for K-12 or can anyone get academic help? Below are...
Attention Students: Make it a Summer of Service and receive a President’s Volunteer Service Award!
As a Certifying Organization of the PRESIDENT’S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD, Youth Service America awards the PVSA to those who meet or exceed the award criteria. Established in 2003, the PVSA is given by the President of the United States and honors individuals, families...