Focus On Education

As we near the halfway mark of the first grading period, our Brickies are continuing to show us that they are ready to work hard and demonstrate grit and persistence! From successes in the classroom to personal triumphs outside of the school walls, our SCOH Family is putting in work and making us proud! Check out this week's edition of Focus on Education to see what we've been up to and what's to come for our Brickies!

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Khanmigo is an innovative AI-powered tutoring tool that can support your student around the clock. Khanmigo offers personalized assistance, making learning engaging and accessible anytime, anywhere. Click HERE to learn about Khanmigo from our very own Mrs. Higgason.

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Hey there, Hobart families! Did you happen to see that eye-catching green RV parked outside Hobart High School this week and wonder what all the buzz was about? We were thrilled to welcome Roadtrip Nation, a part of the Strada Collaborative, on September 4! This nonprofit organization is dedicated to empowering learners by providing essential resources and support for equitable education and employment pathways.

At Hobart, we are committed to empowering all students to define their own road. There are so many voices out there telling you what to do and who to be, but your own voice is the one that matters most. We're here to help you find those answers for yourself. Our process of self-construction begins with letting go of the noise around you. Start by shedding the stigmas that have been placed on you for years. No matter who you are, your life is yours to define, and you get to choose your own version of success.

During Roadtrip Nation's visit, four Roadtrip Nation Roadies—young adults with unique career journeys—parked their iconic green RV at our school to engage with our 8th, 9th, and 10th-grade students. They shared valuable insights on leadership, teamwork, and exploring various career paths. We encouraged students to look inward and define what matters to them, identifying their passions and letting those interests guide their journeys. It’s time to put your dreams on the street with newfound courage and confidence.

With over 20 years of experience, Roadtrip Nation hosts a variety of events, including screening tours, campus visits, and speaker panels. We can’t wait to hear about the amazing experiences our students had and how they are beginning to carve their own paths toward success! For more information about Roadtrip Nation, including their award-winning films, interviews, and resources for discovering career possibilities, please visit their website: https://roadtripnation.com/

Check out the SEL page for great tips and advice for Social Emotional Learning for students, parents, and families! Lots of great information with what we do in school with students and what you can do at home.

If you want this type of relationship with your kids, one your kids think is safe for having tough conversations and seeking you out for advice, then focus on these 5 things.

How do we create the kind of home environment that enables our kids to reach their potential academically? Read How to Equip Your Kids for School Success to learn what matters most. While some of the things parents need to do are more long-range and cumulative, there are lots of things you can start doing today to help your child shine in the classroom, like our 9 Ways to Help Your Child Do Better in School.

Take our 30-Day Back to School Challenge—little ideas with BIG results!

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In the latest Screenagers blog from Dr. Delaney Ruston, she shares why sleep is so important and what you can do to help make a tech-free bedtime less painful. Most importantly, she shares some of her favorite ways to set and maintain rules around sleep time...and they might surprise you!

It’s no wonder a person becomes addicted to vaping so quickly with the amount of nicotine being ingested!

Indiana has several FREE resources for adults and students.

Additional information and resources:

*Contact the SRO officer at each school

*Vape Free Indiana
in.gov/vapefreeindiana

*Indiana High School Athletic Association and Indiana Department of Health partnership

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