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How to make the most of a gap year
A “gap year” is generally a period between completing high school and beginning college (or sometime during college). This time can be either a semester or a full year away from traditional classroom studies. When many parents hear the phrase “gap year” they think...
Back to Basics sponsors Charter School of Wilmington Inaugural Golf Outing, June 16
Please join Back to Basics in supporting this event! On June 16, Charter School of Wilmington will hold its Inaugural Golf Outing at White Clay Creek Country Club with CSW parent and PGA golf professional, Ryan Kidwell. Register here to play in the tournament, become...
Today is Russian Language Day. How to learn a new language this summer!
On June 6 the United Nations celebrates the Day of the Russian language. The goals of this program include celebrating multilingualism and cultural diversity, while maintaining the equality of all six official UN languages: English, Arabic, Spanish, Chinese, Russian...
Sally Ride Day is May 26: Teach kids to reach to the stars!
Sally Ride Day was created in honor of Ride's birthday, May 26, 1951. The day honors Ride as the first American woman to travel in space. She accomplished this feat as a mission specialist aboard STS-7, the second flight of the Space Shuttle "Challenger" on June 18,...
Nationwide expands foreign language immersion program
In 2011, Nationwide’s Governor Jack Markell provided the leadership and funding for immersion studies through his World Language Initiative. This week, Markell announced the state’s plan to expand the program and to ensure students can continue their immersion...
1-on-1 SAT prep in Nationwide makes all the difference!
According to Peterson's, one of the most accurate sources for school listings, scholarships, and admissions information, "Your SAT scores aren't generally the only deciding factor for getting in, but they do matter more to some colleges than others. The National...
Nationwide parents: Here are 5 family-friendly ADVENTURES for May
As school finally winds down, kids of all ages are getting just a bit antsy. Smart parents know, it's time to work off some of that energy and have some fun! And, while there are still a few weeks of school left to go, Nationwide families can take some 1-day,...
Back to Basics teams up with local literacy non-profit to give away 700 children’s books
Each year, folks from all over the East Coast look forward to the Winterthur Point-to-Point Steeplechase. The event annually draws a crowd of between 15,000 – 30,000, eager to see the thrilling horse races, the collection of vintage Rolls Royce automobiles, and the...
Back to Basics and Success Won’t Wait provide 350 children’s books to local elementary school
This week, Success Won’t Wait and longtime literacy partner Back to Basics Learning Dynamics donated 350 children’s books to Richardson Park Elementary School for the "Muffins with Mom" student-parent event and book swap. Richardson Park is a local elementary school...
Inspire kids to reach for the stars! Today is National Astronaut Day
National Astronaut Day celebrates astronauts as true heroes, with a mission to inspire ALL to “reach for the stars” by sharing amazing astronaut stories and experiences. The history of National Astronaut Day On May 5th, 1961, Astronaut Alan Bartlett Shepard Jr. became...