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NJ Teen Teaches Native Students Ham Radio at Math Camp
Community Heroes1h ago

NJ Teen Teaches Native Students Ham Radio at Math Camp

A high school sophomore volunteered at a STEM camp for Native American students, blending cultural traditions with modern technology. Her IEEE connections helped bridge the gap between Indigenous math heritage and future careers.

IEEE Spectrum2 min read
Tesla's Camp Mode Lets You Sleep in Your EV All Night
InnovationJan 26

Tesla's Camp Mode Lets You Sleep in Your EV All Night

Tesla vehicles can now transform into comfortable overnight camping spots thanks to Camp Mode, which maintains cabin temperature and keeps devices charged while you sleep. The feature joins a growing list of innovative settings that make electric vehicles more versatile than traditional cars.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Volunteers Prep 50-Year Camp for Jersey City Kids
Planet WinsJun 5

Volunteers Prep 50-Year Camp for Jersey City Kids

Corporate employees spent a day restoring Camp Liberty, a beloved day camp in Liberty State Park that's been giving Jersey City children fun-filled summers since 1974. The volunteer cleanup means thousands more kids will enjoy freshly painted picnic tables and tidy grounds when camp opens this June. #

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Whitehouse Camp Readies for Summer Season
Acts of KindnessMay 10

Whitehouse Camp Readies for Summer Season

Volunteers gathered at Courageous Acres in Whitehouse to prepare the camp for another summer of serving families. The community effort ensures the camp will be ready to welcome guests this season.

Google: volunteers help1 min read
South Africa Tackles Math Anxiety at Its Roots
Health & WellnessJul 19

South Africa Tackles Math Anxiety at Its Roots

A new program in South African schools is breaking the cycle of math fear by teaching teachers first. Bala Wande focuses on building confidence in young children before they ever think "math isn't for me."

Daily Maverick3 min read
West Virginia Camp Gets Free Generator From Volunteers
Acts of KindnessApr 30

West Virginia Camp Gets Free Generator From Volunteers

A year-long volunteer effort just saved a summer camp from food loss and power outages. When Camp Kootaga's old generator died, a community rallied to donate and install a replacement for free.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Schools May Finally Teach Math Students Actually Use
SolutionsJul 24

Schools May Finally Teach Math Students Actually Use

The math we force students to memorize was designed in 1893 for jobs that no longer exist. Now educators are realizing we should teach the probability, statistics, and financial math that defines modern life instead.

Fast Company - Innovation2 min read
Volunteers Give 50-Year Jersey Camp a Fresh Start
Acts of KindnessJun 6

Volunteers Give 50-Year Jersey Camp a Fresh Start

Dozens of volunteers transformed a beloved summer camp that's been bringing joy to Jersey City kids since 1974. Their cleanup effort ensures Camp Liberty will shine for another generation of children.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Pasadena 8th Graders Crush Math Goals at Midyear
SolutionsFeb 26

Pasadena 8th Graders Crush Math Goals at Midyear

Eighth graders in Pasadena Unified School District exceeded their math targets at the halfway point of the school year, part of broader gains students are making across reading and math. The progress shows dedicated teachers and students are moving the needle on achievement.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Volunteers Revive 50-Year Jersey City Summer Camp
Acts of KindnessJun 5

Volunteers Revive 50-Year Jersey City Summer Camp

Employees rolled up their sleeves to refresh Camp Liberty, the oldest day camp in Liberty State Park. The volunteer cleanup ensures Jersey City kids will have another summer of fun at the beloved 1974 program.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
South Africa Turns Jobless Youth Into Math Tutors
SolutionsJun 10

South Africa Turns Jobless Youth Into Math Tutors

A South African non-profit is solving two crises at once by training unemployed young people to become classroom math tutors. The program gives 230 youth their first real jobs while helping struggling students master foundational math skills.

Daily Maverick3 min read
AI Detects Math Anxiety in Students, Adjusts in Real-Time
InnovationFeb 4

AI Detects Math Anxiety in Students, Adjusts in Real-Time

New AI systems can spot signs of math anxiety as students work and respond with emotionally intelligent feedback to help them push through frustration. Researchers at Adelaide University say this could transform how millions of anxious learners engage with math.

Phys.org3 min read
70 Volunteers Give Accessible Maine Camp a Spring Revival
Acts of KindnessMay 6

70 Volunteers Give Accessible Maine Camp a Spring Revival

Seventy volunteers, including campers with disabilities, transformed Camp Capella in Dedham, Maine during an annual spring cleanup that prepares the accessible summer camp for its nine-week season. The event showcases how a community gives back to a place that has given them years of joy and belonging.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
New Partnership Boosts Math Learning in Schools Nationwide
SolutionsFeb 24

New Partnership Boosts Math Learning in Schools Nationwide

Teachers using Imagine IM math curriculum now get extra support through a partnership with Modern Classrooms Project, helping students solve problems better and grow faster in math. Districts keeping consistent teaching methods paired with ongoing teacher training are seeing real improvements in student achievement.

Google News - Student Achievement3 min read
Murphy Youth Police Academy Offers Free Summer Camps
Acts of KindnessMay 8

Murphy Youth Police Academy Offers Free Summer Camps

Murphy is opening registration for two free weeklong police academy camps this summer, giving local students hands-on experience with law enforcement. The camps run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for middle and high schoolers.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Volunteers Restore 50-Year-Old Summer Camp for Jersey Kids
Acts of KindnessJun 5

Volunteers Restore 50-Year-Old Summer Camp for Jersey Kids

Corporate volunteers spent a day revitalizing Camp Liberty, Jersey City's longest-running day camp that's been creating summer memories since 1974. Their cleanup work will welcome hundreds of local children back for another season of fun.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Just 3 Hours of Math Practice Boosts Kids' Test Scores
Health & WellnessJan 26

Just 3 Hours of Math Practice Boosts Kids' Test Scores

New research shows that even a few hours of online math practice per year can measurably improve student performance. The study of 200,000 students offers hope as math scores nationwide continue to decline.

Phys.org2 min read
Volunteers Revive 50-Year-Old Jersey City Kids Camp
Acts of KindnessJun 5

Volunteers Revive 50-Year-Old Jersey City Kids Camp

Corporate volunteers rolled up their sleeves to restore Camp Liberty, a beloved summer day camp that's been bringing joy to Jersey City children since 1974. Their weekend of painting, weeding, and repairs ensures another generation of kids can create summer memories at Liberty State Park.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Camp Cranium Helps 475,000 Kids With Brain Injuries Thrive
Community Heroes6d ago

Camp Cranium Helps 475,000 Kids With Brain Injuries Thrive

At Camp Cranium in Pennsylvania, kids who survived severe brain injuries are climbing rock walls, hitting archery targets, and proving what's possible when young survivors get the right support. For 17 years, this camp has celebrated the resilience of children rebuilding their lives after traumatic brain injuries.

Google News - Health3 min read
Michigan Camp Rallies 100+ Volunteers for Kids With Illness
Acts of KindnessMar 30

Michigan Camp Rallies 100+ Volunteers for Kids With Illness

North Star Reach, a Michigan camp serving children with serious health challenges, is hosting its 10th anniversary Spring Work Weekend to prepare the 105-acre property for the 2026 season. The three-day volunteer event brings together families, donors, and community members to ready cabins and program spaces where kids can simply be kids.

Google: volunteers help3 min read

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