Why Does Finland’s Education System Earn Such High Praise?

Why Does Finland’s Education System Earn Such High Praise?

Finland consistently ranks among the top performing countries on the PISA (Program for International Student Assessment) test for science, math, and reading. So, what is it about Finland, and why are education advocates so fascinated with Finland’s education model?

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PaperSeed Norwalk Raises Over $55,000 for the Foundation

PaperSeed Norwalk Raises Over $55,000 for the Foundation

On Monday June 26th, the amazing PaperSeed Norwalk Team gathered at Wee Burn Country Club in Dairen, CT for the Second Annual PaperSeed Charity Golf Tournament. Their hard work paid off yet again as 18 teams, totaling 72 guests, registered for a day of fundraising fun. The weather was beautiful, a warm sunny day with a light breeze - perfect for a day of golf!

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5 Things You Didn't Know About Christina Lowery, CEO of Girl Rising

5 Things You Didn't Know About Christina Lowery, CEO of Girl Rising

Girl Rising is an extraordinary film and a global campaign for girls' education and empowerment. PaperSeed is partnering with Girl Rising India to implement a comprehensive multimedia module in schools to teach and sensitize students, teachers, and parents about gender roles/stereotypes, and to encourage them to challenge these norms.This month, we interviewed Girl Rising's CEO, Christina Lowery, to learn more about what drives her and makes her a PaperSeed Champion!

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5 Things You Didn't Know About Tia McNelly

5 Things You Didn't Know About Tia McNelly

The Kilgoris Project educates and cares for school-aged children in rural Kenya, partnering with the community to build rising futures. PaperSeed recently partnered with them to invest in an innovative Eucalyptus farm, which will provide ongoing, in-country revenue and ensure the sustainability of The Kilgoris Project's programs for years to come. This month, we interviewed Tia McNelly to learn more about about what drives her work with TKP.

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