The Glass Cactus
When I was 11, my family took a trip to the western United States for the first time. I was completely uninterested in the breathtaking beauty of my surroundings and was more focused on getting to as many gift shops and American Girl Doll stores as possible. I...
History Comes Alive on Broadway
Broadway reflects America's past and present, embodying stories spanning centuries. Broadway stages have brought characters from a variety of eras to life, offering audiences a unique and engaging way to explore history. Incorporating travel and theatre into the...
Hands On Learning In Sevierville, Tennessee
Located in the foothills of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, many of Sevierville’s attractions offer curriculum compliant programs as well as opportunities to see textbook lessons come to life in real world applications. Where can students delve into science?...
Students Speak: Lifting Each Other Up
The van door closed behind me as my foot touched down onto a gravel road. As our group moved packs of chips and energy drinks from the trunk to a couple of small, time-worn red wagons, I started to pay attention to the streets surrounding me. Newspapers and plastic...
