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Success Bound is searching for a motivated undergraduate student to join our team this summer! ?? If you know a college student who will be in Chicago and is passionate about education and nonprofit work, please share this opportunity with them! ?? Tag a student or share this with your network! https://ideali.st/TTTM49 #Internship #FutureEducators #Nonprofit #SuccessBound #Chicago

?? Middle Level Education Month is here! Let’s recognize the adult advocates who make a lasting impact on young adolescents. In a thriving middle school, students who can name a trusted adult at school experience higher engagement, stronger relationships, and fewer risky behaviors. From teachers and counselors to school support staff, these unsung heroes create environments where middle schoolers can grow and thrive. ?? Now’s your chance to nominate an outstanding advocate! AMLE School members can recognize: ? One educator/administrator advocate (teachers, counselors, assistant principals) ? One support staff advocate (custodians, school secretaries, food service personnel) Nominees will receive a certificate and gift, and we’ll highlight select stories on the AMLE website! ?? Submit nominations by March 31 ?? https://buff.ly/ZJz6RR9 Help us celebrate those who go above and beyond for middle schoolers! Tag someone who deserves a shout-out! ?? #MLEM #MiddleSchoolMatters #AdvocacyInAction

Ready to bring impactful, age-appropriate postsecondary support to your middle schoolers? Success Bound offers a user-friendly platform designed to help students explore their futures while developing essential life skills. ?? Join the growing number of schools empowering students with Success Bound! ?? successbound.org #FutureReady #MiddleSchoolMatters #CollegeAndCareer

?? History Made! ???Shoutout to Autumn Lockwood for becoming the #first Black woman coach to ever win a Super Bowl! ?????? She is paving the way for future generations. Representation matters, and this moment will inspire so many! Watch her journey here: ?? https://buff.ly/3QjMbfe #AutumnLockwood #SuperBowlChampion #BlackExcellence #RepresentationMatters #HistoryMade

?? CAREER HIGHLIGHT: Bessie Coleman didn’t just fly—she shattered ceilings! ?? As the first African American and Native American woman to earn a pilot’s license, her courage and determination redefined what was possible. PBS LearningMedia’s Unladylike2020 resource dives into her trailblazing journey. Perfect for celebrating resilience, ambition, and breaking barriers. ??? ?? Inspire your students:

It’s Black History Month! @KQEDMindShift highlights three innovative tools to teach about Black historical figures while connecting their legacies to modern issues. Perfect for educators looking to inspire deeper conversations and relevance. ??? Check out the article and rethink how you teach history! #BlackHistory #EdTech #TeachingResources ???

???New Research: Falling Behind in School Impacts More Than Grades—It Affects Belonging. When students struggle academically, their sense of belonging and confidence often erode. But as this insightful article from KQED MindShift highlights, educators can counter this by prioritizing trust, empathy, and tailored support to reengage learners. Key takeaways: ? The link between academic performance and social-emotional well-being. ? How trust-building strategies can help students rebound from setbacks. ? Actionable approaches for fostering resilience in the classroom. A must-read for educators, administrators, and policymakers committed to equitable, holistic education. ?? Read the full article here: https://buff.ly/3Bw8Nph #EducationLeadership #StudentEngagement #EdChat #SocialEmotionalLearning

? Weekly Career Highlight ? ?? What does it take to be a marine biologist? Meet Matt Wandell, a dedicated marine biologist at the Steinhart Aquarium, part of the California Academy of Sciences. His day-to-day includes feeding animals, ensuring tanks stay healthy, and diving into research expeditions to restore coral reefs and collect organisms. Matt played a pivotal role in developing a portable decompression chamber to safely transport fish from deep in the ocean’s twilight zone to the surface. ?? For Matt, working with marine life is more than a career—it’s a dream come true. ?? https://buff.ly/3PPAHQC #MarineBiology #OceanConservation #DreamJob

Educators, are you looking for ways to guide students in analyzing the key issues of the new Trump presidency? This New York Time lesson plan provides tools to help students critically assess the political landscape, explore the impact on various policies, and engage in informed discussions. Start fostering civic engagement in your classroom today! ?? [Read more: https://buff.ly/40lFhe4 #CivicEngagement #LessonPlans #CurrentEvents

Colleges and universities are confronting a significant "demographic cliff" as the number of 18-year-olds declines, leading to reduced enrollments and financial challenges. Institutions like Iowa Wesleyan University have already closed due to these pressures. This trend not only threatens the survival of many colleges but also poses broader economic implications, as a decrease in college graduates could exacerbate skilled labor shortages. Read more: