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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day at Home and in the Classroom
Particularly in the past few years, the topics of acceptance inclusion, and standing up for one another — for humankind as a whole — have come to the forefront. These leadership lessons, and the recognition that one person can truly [...]
Planning Tips for an End-of-Year Fundraiser
It’s 2022! And while it’s hard to think of the end of the school year in May, it will be here in a flash! For those PTA and PTO groups that are considering hosting an end of year fundraiser, there [...]
Tips for Writing Thank You Notes in Honor of National Thank You Note Day
December 26 marks National Thank You Note Day. The Apex Leadership Co. experts understand the importance of keeping the tradition of writing thank you notes alive, even in the age of texting and technology. A hand-written note can go a [...]
How to Make and Stick to New Year’s Resolutions
It’s hard to believe that another year has flown by! Like 2020, this year also required students to be flexible, resilient and adaptive to challenges and changes. But a New Year is just ahead and as the month comes to [...]
Ideas for Staving off Winter Break Woes
It’s already December, which means the holidays and the winter break from school are just a few short weeks away. And while it’s important that students have much-deserved free time, the break shouldn’t be used as a massive video game [...]
Let’s Get Social
It’s been a long 20 months and counting since the pandemic hit and it’s no surprise that the nature of social distancing and shutdowns has had a major impact on children and the way they interact. While it’s vital, [...]
Apex Leadership Co. Honors Veterans’ Day
It’s Veterans Day! In honor of this special day of recognition, Apex Leadership Co. reminds students of the power of thanking a veteran and showing respect for their service not just on November 11, but every day of the year. [...]
Gratitude: The Research Behind Giving Thanks
November is a special time of year during which most people around the country celebrate Thanksgiving. While this holiday is centered around a turkey feast, family gatherings — and probably lots of football — the day serves as an opportunity [...]
How to Develop Youth Leadership
Leadership is one of the most defining characteristics in people at any age. And it can really be taught at any age. Apex Leadership Co. examines what true leadership is and offers tips on how to develop youth leadership in [...]
Healthy Eating at School (And Beyond) To Best Fuel Student’s Brains and Bodies
Nutrition is one of the most important ways to ensure long-term health, and teaching proper nutrition at a young age is invaluable. Despite today’s busy world, with many students going to school early in the morning, coming home from school [...]