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All ninth graders study at the local 4-H center in this Maine district

The Hechinger Report

As part of the program, the freshmen engage in intensive community-building exercises, including tending to animals, learning to rock climb, running a restaurant — and coaching each other as they run for student government. Related: A little-known program has lifted 9th grade performance in virtually every type of school.

Kaplan 89
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How Daily Farm Work and Outdoor Projects Make Learning in High School Better for Teens

MindShift

As part of the program, the freshmen engage in intensive community-building exercises, including tending to animals, learning to rock climb, running a restaurant — and coaching each other as they run for student government. Tara Pocock, an educator and 4-H professional, fixes the rain gutter on the campus barn.

Kaplan 52
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Trouble With the Curve: Estimating the Size and Growth Rates of K-12 Markets

Edsurge

For example, specific policies regarding academic standards, testing requirements, and charter school authorization caps can give rise to specific types of products. Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, etc.). Additionally, as part of this exercise, watch for the leading indicators of adoption.