Celebrating Educators for Black History Month: Marva Collins

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Celebrating Educators for Black History Month: Marva Collins

Marva Collins was a pioneering American educator whose innovative teaching methods and unwavering commitment to excellence transformed the lives of countless children, particularly those in underserved communities.  Born Marva Nettles on August 31, 1936, in Monroeville, Alabama, she grew up in a time of racial segregation and discrimination. Despite these challenges, Collins was determined to…

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Celebrating Educators for Black History Month: Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller was a prominent Black educator, mathematician, and sociologist at the turn of the 20th century. Known as the “Bard of the Potomoc” for his extensive writings on a wide range of subjects, his work and influence extended beyond the academic realm into civil rights and social justice. Born on July 23, 1863, in…

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Celebrating Educators for Black History Month: Charlotte Hawkins Brown

For Black History Month, we will feature several Black educators who made an impact on the American landscape. Our first feature spotlights Charlotte Hawkins Brown. Charlotte Hawkins Brown stands as a monumental figure in American education and civil rights history, embodying the spirit of resilience, innovation, and dedication to uplifting the African American community. Her…

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Endeavor Schools Reaches 100-School Milestone with Latest Acquisition

Endeavor Schools has reached the 100-school milestone after acquiring Turtle River Montessori’s two locations in Jupiter, Florida. Highly valued in the Jupiter area for nearly 30 years, Turtle River Montessori’s track record of stellar education and talented educators is a perfect fit for Endeavor Schools. “We are excited to welcome the Turtle River Montessori schools…

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Endeavor Schools Expands in California with Acquisition of 3 Montessori Schools

Endeavor Schools is proud to announce the acquisition of three Montessori schools in California. The latest additions demonstrate Endeavor’s commitment to high-quality education by partnering with schools with stellar track records in their communities. These Southern California schools were acquired via two separate transactions and include Fulbright Montessori Academy in Lake Forest, with programs for…

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Teacher Appreciation Week: Charnequa Glenn

Charnequa Glenn is a lead teacher at Kiddie Country Learning Center in Burke, Virginia. Her love for teaching began in college when she proctored a psychology class and really enjoyed helping fellow students. After graduation, she was offered a teaching job with slightly younger students: 2 and 3-year-olds. This allowed her to combine her newfound…

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Teacher Appreciation Week: Jessica Duckett of Kiddie Country Learning Center

For Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re highlighting a few of our teachers from around the country. They are sharing some of their insights about the teaching profession, what it means to them, and what their experience has taught them. The first teacher we will highlight is Jessica Duckett from Kiddie Country Learning Center in Burke, Virginia.…

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