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Good News This Week: May 27, 2023 - Paw Pics, Bikes, & Vertical Farms

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Amanda Gorman Fundraiser Soars as Her Iconic Poem Faces Ban in Florida

Amanda Gorman's fundraiser to fight book bans surpasses $50,000, showcasing overwhelming support for free speech. Learn how she is taking a stand against censorship.
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Good News This Week: May 20, 2023 - Malaria, Buses, & Allyship

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Milestone Achieved: 10,000 Women Certified To Fight Malaria in Rwanda

In 2017, the Society for Family Health Rwanda and the Rwanda Ministry of Health partnered with SC Johnson and Raid to create the Certified Care program. It has now reached a milestone of 10,000 certifications.
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38 Best Inspirational Teacher Quotes

For teachers, these quotes serve as a testament to the meaningful work they do and the difference they make every day. And for the rest of us, these words offer a renewed appreciation for the teachers in our lives, as well as a gentle reminder of the lessons they've imparted.
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The Top 5 Things Teachers Say Would Alleviate Burnout

Teacher burnout has existed for years, but the COVID-19 pandemic intensified it for many. Here's a list of actions that educators said would alleviate teacher burnout based on that National Education Association survey.
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Grip Toggles, Drag, & Leopards - Good News This Week: May 6th 2023

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61 Best Positive Affirmations for Teachers

Explore a collection of affirmations created to uplift and motivate teachers, fostering self-assurance, patience, and a strong commitment to education.
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Meet the TED 2023 'Audacious Project' Cohort: Doing Good With $1B in Grants

The Audacious Project is a collaborative funding enterprise housed at TED. Meet the 2023 cohort of grant recipients who are changing the world.
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Good News This Week - Cheetahs, TikTok, & Food Forests - April 8 2023

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This Washington School District Helped Homeless Students Graduate

While four-year graduation rates for homeless students ticked up steadily across Washington state since the 2014-15 school year, they jumped 15 percentage points in North Thurston.
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One Rural County is Launching a National Digital Navigators Corps

When the pandemic hit, a digital equity center in Down East Maine helped older residents learn how to use the internet to stay connected and informed. Now a national grant program will give them the chance to train more residents.
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