Making Learning Recovery Equitable for All
At Horizons, we talk a lot about ‘learning loss’ and ‘learning recovery.’ You might hear us use phrases like “equitable learning recovery” or “pandemic recovery,” too. But what do these words really mean?
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The Data is In!
The data is in, and we're excited to share the results of this record-breaking Horizons summer! Check out the incredible impact your support has helped make across the country.
Hispanic/Latinx Voices in Education
This month, we're celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by sharing the stories of influential figures in education whose work changed history and made a positive difference for others.
Paulo Freire was one of the most influential philosophers of education of the twentieth century. A native of Brazil, Paulo’s goal was to eradicate illiteracy among people from previously colonized countries. Freire advocated for experiential education, particularly service learning, and believed the classroom was a place where social change could happen.
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 - Oct 15! This month celebrates the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans with ancestry in Spain, Mexico, South and Central America, and the Caribbean. The observance begins today, September 15, to commemorate the anniversary that Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua gained independence from Spain. Join us this month as we celebrate with a special series: Hispanic/Latinx Voices in Education!
A Chilean author and educator, Gabriela Mistral became the first Latin American author to receive the Nobel Prize in literature. She boldly advocated for the rights of women, children, and many other groups facing challenges in her community.
Celebrating the Summer STRIDE
There's nothing like summer at Horizons to help students AND teachers feel ready for the new school year! Students who do not participate in enriching summer activities often experience the 'summer slide' - the accumulated loss of learning during the summer months. At Horizons, we celebrate the summer STRIDE!