Student Support Insights12.12.2022

The holidays are upon us, and winter break is almost here! While our learners and staff look forward to relaxing, there’s still lots of learning that can be incorporated into our time away. This month’s newsletter is packed with ideas to help continue learning while having fun this winter!

Winter Science Fun

Winter is the perfect time for curious scientists to explore things, such as ice formations, snowflake patterns, or how penguins stay dry. Here’s one fun experiment that’s sure to keep your scientist wondering this wintertime. Holiday Magic Milk Items you will need: Shallow dish or plate Whole milk Holiday cookie cutter Food coloring Cotton swabs…

Reading Up on Traditions

Did you know that in Iceland there is a tradition called “Jolabokaflod,” which in English translates roughly to “Christmas book flood”? After Icelanders receive a book, they cozy up with their favorite warm beverage and read through the night! And in the Netherlands, Sinterklaas (the Dutch name for Saint Nicholas, the man recognized by his…

Student Support Spotlight: Boni Burns

Meet Boni Burns. This is Boni’s second year with iLEAD. Boni stays busy as an Education Specialist supporting learners at both iLEAD Lancaster and Empower Generations in the Antelope Valley. Boni’s career as an educator began after spending time in the classroom as a substitute between acting auditions. Boni was drawn to the amazing and…

Math in the Kitchen

We all love eating out at restaurants and getting a break from the kitchen. However, cooking and baking are essential parts of life for the majority of the population. Yet many people go well into their young adulthood without learning to cook, leaving them to fend for themselves and to learn on their own. Many…

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