Essays, articles, and updates from PaperSeed's projects.
In 2015, Japan ranked 2nd in science, 5th in math, and 8th in reading, and have ranked near the top of the PISA test rankings for years. So, what is it that makes Japan such an educational contender, and are there practices the country employs which can be replicated, or is their success more a result of prevalent cultural attitudes?
Read MoreSince opening its doors, EFA has had many firsts: first girl to complete secondary school, first girl to be accepted to university, first girl to complete university. Now, we are thrilled to share that EFA has had their first girl accepted to a master's program!
Read MoreJeff Rice is an active member of PaperSeed Novato, and giving back to others is something which comes naturally to him. His work takes him around the globe, and gives him a unique perspective on the circumstances people in the developing world are born into. We're excited to share a little bit more about what makes Jeff a PaperSeed Champion-- read below!
Read MoreCanada spends close the OECD average on education, and most of that spending comes from public funds. Instead, it would appear that Canada’s evidence- and needs-based approach to education policy have contributed to the country’s boast-worthy PISA test results.
Read MorePaperSeed Grantees, Philip's Academy, were recently featured on The Chew with Chef Mario Batali, joining Chef Batali in a hands-on cooking class.
Read MoreThe 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 MoreThis 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 MoreThe 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 MoreLast 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 MoreMy 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 MoreThe PaperSeed Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening educational opportunities for children and young people in underserved and resource-lacking communities around the world.
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