Posts by Courtney Brooks Kamin
The Success Myth
During this time, REACH is pleased to provide information to help make our current situation a little easier. Below is an article originally published in Psychology Today. Quick: Think of a successful person. Someone who is really good at what they do. Now, in a word or phrase, tell me why that person has been so successful. What makes them…
Read MoreSurviving and Thriving When Schools Reopen
During this time, REACH is pleased to provide information to help make our current situation a little easier. Below is an article originally published in Psychology Today. Our education system is facing an unprecedented amount of uncertainty in how to move forward this upcoming school year. Guidance around school reopening varies greatly by states and districts, with some…
Read MoreOptimal Child Development: 20 Tips for Parents
During this time, REACH is pleased to provide information to help make our current situation a little easier. Below is an article originally published on The Creativity Post How can parents help their children develop an authentic sense of self, competence, strong values, and the confidence to be creative? The following suggestions are always relevant, but perhaps…
Read MoreMISSING MY SPONSOR!
Mary Watsemba, Grade Seven, writes about the special role her sponsor plays in her life.
Read MoreTHE GREAT WORK OF OUR TEACHERS
Bwayilisa Mercy, Grade 6, shares how the pandemic has inspired her to finish her education so she can find a job to help improve her community.
Read MoreBETTER HOUSING IS THE WAY TO GO!
Catherine Lubuya, Grade 6, shares how Covid19 has prevented her family’s ability to access a cement floor and solar lighting.
Read MoreMISSING MY LEADERSHIP ROLE AT SCHOOL
Amina Kibone, Grade Six, writes about how she is missing her leadership role at school.
Read MoreHOME LEARNING
Nabila Bayiga, Grade Seven, shares how her family has helped her with home learning, and how she is looking forward to returning to school.
Read MoreFRIENDS IN NEED ARE FRIENDS INDEED!
Pamela Khafu, Grade Seven, reflects on what she has witnessed during the pandemic and the support she feels from REACH.
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