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Youth Voice: When the Push for STEM Hurts More than It Helps
June 12, 2018
I was diagnosed during my sophomore year of high school with dyscalculia, a disorder that prohibits those who have it from understanding arithmetic. The discovery of my disability was both a blessing and a curse. A blessing, because I finally knew why I never matched up with my peers in math classes. A curse, because my high school is focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.
Type: Opinion
TAG: Students with Disabilities, STEM
promises: Effective Education, Caring Adults
campaigns & initiatives: GradNation Campaign, GradNation State Activation
Five Women Who Represent Five Promises
March 23, 2016
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Alliance Engagement Team at America’s Promise decided to celebrate prominent women in history who embody each of these promises. While there are many more who could have made the list, here are five women we think of when we think of the Five Promises.
Type: Opinion
TAG: Special Populations, Black/African-American, Low-Income, Students with Disabilities
promises: A Healthy Start, Caring Adults, Effective Education, Opportunities to Help Others, Safe Places
campaigns & initiatives: GradNation Campaign