Mill Creek Country Day School

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Experts only: The dos and don'ts of piercings

There are precautions for both piercers and those pierced to prevent health complications in regard to body modifications.

Thirteen Economic Facts about Social Mobility and the Role of Education

In a new policy memo, The Hamilton Project examines the relationship between growing income inequality and social mobility in America. The memo explores the growing gap in educational opportunities and outcomes for students based on family income and the great potential of education to increase upward mobility for all Americans.

Man charged in stabbing outside Tapestry Charter School graduation

A 48-year-old man was stabbed in the back at about 3 p.m. Thursday in the parking lot of the school's middle and high schools at 65 Great Arrow Ave., according to a Buffalo police report.

Test your knowledge of how county government works

How much do you know about your county government?

Data Is Improving Government Services, But at What Cost to Citizens' Privacy?

Data now informs almost everything the public sector does, and it also informs on us.

What Women Bring to Corrections

Contrary to what some people think, their presence enhances security and operations.

Would You Prefer a 4 Or 5 Day School Week?

When A 4-Day School Week Might Cost More Than It Saves

An Arizona school district slimmed down its budget by dropping class on Fridays. But parents say they're having to stretch their wallets to find something for their kids to do on that fifth day.

How long must a school day and school year last?

Explains the standard length of a school day and a school year based on Illinois law.

How To Take Great First Day Of School Pictures!

Your Facebook feed is going to be filled with mom's and dad's posting pictures of their kids heading back to school this week in Tampa... How can you get the best picture? Read this! I found this article on how to take some great Back To School pics this week... Here are a few tips…

25 Best 100 Days of School Project Ideas

It’s that time of year when kids across America from 3 – 13 will be scrambling with their Moms and Dads to create a fun and hopefully EASY 100 Days of School Project. Depending on your child’s assignment or enthusiasm, the effort you put into the 100 days of school project can range from minimal …

6 Questions to Ask As You Consider School Inclusion for Your Child

Is an inclusive classroom right for your autistic child? Here are some questions to help you consider your best educational options.

Ask SAM: Why wasn't a scheduled school makeup day used?

Q: The school calendar that was approved and is posted online shows Nov. 21 as an inclement weather makeup day. Why was it not used to make up one of

Relax! 7 ways to decompress after a long school day

As teachers, we spend an enormous amount of time and energy during the school year trying to make sure we do our jobs well. Many of us don’t even sit down or relax until summertime rolls around. There has to be a better way! Anytime I speak with my colleagues about things we wish we …

14 Things Teachers Should Never Do on the First Day of School

Want to make a good first impression on students? Never do these things on the first day of school.

Back to school stress getting you down? Here's how to fight it

Are preparations for the new school term leaving you frazzled? Tips for kids and parents to eliminate back to school stress.