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See the article in its original context from October 29, 1973 Buy Reprints View on timesmachine TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. About the Archive This is a digitized version of an article from The Times’s print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. Occasionally the digitization process introduces transcription errors or other problems; we are continuing to work to improve these archived versions. CAIRO, Oct. 28 (AP)—Dr. Taha Hussein, the Egyptian writer whose books have become classics of modern Arabic literature, died today, a day after receiving the United Nations human rights prize. He was 84 years old. An official announcement did not give the cause of death, but Dr. Hussein was known to have been in declining health. The United Nations honored Dr. Hussein yesterday for his services … [Read more...] about Dr. Taha Hussein Dead at 85; Egyptian Writer and Educator

close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for February 3 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. With a historic budget surplus and schools strapped for resources, Nevada’s biennial legislative session will feature proposals for unprecedented spending on public education and school choice measures. The stakes are high as Nevada looks to craft a two-year plan to improve educational outcomes that historically have placed the state toward the bottom of national rankings. The debate mirrors those playing out across the country as Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo and the Democratic-controlled Legislature jockey for center stage and barter over funding levels and policy changes during the next four months. PARENTS SAY ‘DREAM’ SCHOOL DISTRICT HAS BECOME A ‘WOKE’ NIGHTMARE: ‘THE JOKE'S ON US' While cautiously optimistic, Democratic Assembly Education Committee Chair Shannon Bilbray-Axelrod said … [Read more...] about NV legislature to propose unprecedented spending on education amid state’s historic budget surplus

After the excitement of the holidays and before the anticipation of spring break , there is another highly awaited classroom observance that schools all over the country will be celebrating: the 100th day of school. The 100th day is an important milestone because it means students are more than halfway through the year, as most schools have 180 days in their calendar year. It is also a great occasion to highlight how much children have learned since their academic year began. Marking the 100th day is particularly popular in kindergarten to second-grade classrooms because teachers are still heavily focused on reinforcing basic math skills and numbers. "When we start the school year, I talk to the kids about celebrating 100 days, and they really can't grasp how many days that is," says teacher Sara Garcia of St. John Paul II Catholic School in Houston. "In my classroom, we count the days, and when the kids return from their holiday break in January, the excitement begins because … [Read more...] about Academic milestone ‘100 days of school’ explained in Texas

0 This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. Kids & Family Ambitious student & parents campaign aims to reduce incidence of underage drinking Cindy Kurman , Local Business Posted Reply “Know the NO” is the theme of an ambitious year-long campaign aimed at students and parents in the Tinley Park community to reduce the incidence of underage drinking. The campaign, which launched in October, has been created by Leaders Opposed to Underage Drinking (L.O.U.D.), a collaboration of community and educational leaders in these communities south of Chicago. L.O.U.D. is the brainchild of Bremen Youth Services, a social services agency that serves young people and families in the Bremen Township area. The theme emphasizes that saying “no” to alcohol is the norm in these communities, not the exception. The campaign is aimed at … [Read more...] about Tinley Park Says It LOUDly and Proudly: “Know the NO”

0 This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. Kids & Family The Children's Museum in Oak Lawn Kim Kislowski , Community Contributor Posted Reply Oak Lawn, IL – The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn will be celebrating Valentine’s Day by giving guests a few special treats that day. On Valentine’s Day this Wednesday, the general admission price at the museum will be lowered to $5.00 per person for the entire day! Those families who plan to visit the museum with children who love crafts should also allow for plenty of time in the art room. In addition to the regular activities offered, there will be Valentines Day-themed crafts that children can take home with them. There is no extra charge for the crafts! The day can be more special by planning to visit Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers at 11006 South Cicero for lunch! When placing your order, be sure to mention The Children’s … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day at The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn

0 This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. Kids & Family Tinley Park Parents heads up: Andrew High School is having a 5K Fun Run/Walk for the whole family, and kids under 10 can participate free! Stephanie Pyrzynski , Community Contributor Posted | Updated Reply Tinley Park Parents heads up: Victor J. Andrew High School is having a 5K Fun Run/Walk for the whole family, and kids under 10 can participate for free! Visit the Tinley Park Mom blog for all the details: VJA 5K Fun Run/Walk Free To Kids Under 10 Years – Oct 2, 2022 Information approved for sharing by Jennifer Knezz, Director of the Pre-School program at Andrew High School, and Family & Consumer Sciences Department Educator. Attention: As of September 18th, Victor J. Andrew High School’s 5K Thunder Rolls Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash has been postponed until a date TBD in Spring 2023. Stay in … [Read more...] about VJA 5K Fun Run/Walk Free To Kids Under 10 Years – POSTPONED