Congratulations to Philip's Academy!
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PaperSeed Grantees, Philip's Academy, were recently featured on The Chew with Chef Mario Batali, joining Chef Batali in a hands-on cooking class.
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5 Things You Didn't Know About Tanner Burgdorf, Program Coordinator for Groundwork Bridgeport
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The Groundwork Bridgeport team is doing some amazing work in their community, and we are so excited to be working with them to bring a learning garden to the area. This month, we interviewed Tanner Burgdorf to learn more about the amazing people that make Groundwork Bridgeport such a success.
Read MoreCan We Replicate South Korea's Successful Education System?
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This week, we are taking a closer look at South Korea, a country which boasts one of the most highly educated and skilled work forces in the world. Many argue that South Korea’s robust economy (the 12th largest in the world) is a result of the high value placed on education, and the salary returns students see on their investments in higher education. Can their methods and approach be replicated, or are South Korea’s high PISA’s scores a result of more culturally ingrained attitudes and beliefs about education?
Read More5 Things You Didn't Know About David Lemiso, Executive Director of the Kilgoris Project
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The Kilgoris Project (TKP) is a Kenya-based NGO dedicated to the health, education, and wellbeing of Maasai children in Kilgoris, Kenya. We have partnered with TKP to expand their reach, and have most recently collaborated on a sustainable tree farm project, which will provide an ongoing in-country revenue source to help keep TKP's programs operating in perpetuity. That said, none of this outstanding work would be possible without the outstanding leadership brought by David Lemiso!
Read MoreChecking In With Project Music
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Last year, funds raised at the PaperSeed Charity Golf Tournament helped fund new instruments for Project Music, a program in Stamford, CT that provides free music education. We recently received an update from Project Music about one student in particular whose musical education improved thanks to his brand new clarinet:
Read MoreThe Joys of Interning with PaperSeed
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My name is Nicole Fuches, and I am a rising sophomore at Redwood High School in Larkspur, California. I spent a large portion of my free time this summer interning for Novato’s PaperSeed Foundation, and I cannot think of any other way to have passed my time.
Read MoreWhy Does Finland’s Education System Earn Such High Praise?
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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?
Read MorePaperSeed Norwalk Raises Over $55,000 for the Foundation
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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!
Read More5 Things You Didn't Know About Vic Rice
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We are excited to feature Vic Rice this month! Vic has 40 years experience in the pulp and paper industry, focused largely on paper recycling. In addition to Vic's business acumen, he has a passion for helping others, and has served on the PaperSeed board for a number of years.
Read More5 Things You Didn't Know About Christina Smith, Executive Director of Groundwork Bridgeport
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Groundwork Bridgeport aims to beautify and revitalize Bridgeport, CT while providing opportunities for local youth to learn and engage with their communities. We are impressed by the work they do for local youth and love their commitment to improving the community and are very excited to be working with them!
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