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Education Live streaming enables students to have face-to-face contact with students, teachers, community leaders and industry experts like never before. Visualization is a proven tool for success, as teachers on the other end are able to demonstrate lessons instead of simply lecturing. This is exceedingly helpful in the matter of virtual learning. Instead of teachers working through chat, they have the opportunity to talk directly to their students, allowing for a more personalized experience for online learning. COMMUNITY SCHOOLS The idea of community schools was born with the thought of a school becoming the center of a community, instead of just a place located within it. A community school is built on partnerships between schools and other community resources and focuses on academics, social services, and youth and community development with the goal of being a hub for students, teachers, parents and community leaders to come together to provide support and opportunities to one another. COMMUNITY SCHOOLS OFFER: • Engaging Instruction – Community schools provide real-world learning and problem solving opportunities for students both within and outside of the classroom. Instruction goes beyond the teachers, encouraging students to engage with community leaders, local businesses and other public organizations. Continued on next page > School Is In Session Enroll now at our Murrysville location Your Child. Our Care. Their Future. Murrysville | Fall 2017 | icmags.com 27