The Effects COVID-19 and Technology are having on Schooling

Jack Taggart The Charter News 4/01/20 Governments are meeting the spread of the novel virus, COVID-19, with many strategies to slow the contagion, such as social distancing, health precautions, and even stay-at-home orders from multiple state governors, including Oregon Governor Kate Brown. Among these initiatives is the temporary closing of schools in all states (some are scheduled to close in certain districts, some have or … Continue reading The Effects COVID-19 and Technology are having on Schooling

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“Whatever,” and Other Valid Excuses For Ignoring Climate Change

Jack Taggart The Charter Opinions 2/19/20 A long time ago, when top hats were in style, and movies were called motion pictures, two men sat in a warehouse, about to build what would be the first car (or automobile, whatever). “Now let me get this straight,” one said to the other. “This thing will pump out gases that make the entire planet warmer?” “Yep,” said … Continue reading “Whatever,” and Other Valid Excuses For Ignoring Climate Change

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I’ll Come Up With a Headline Later

Jack Taggart 1/21/20 The Charter Opinions “You shouldn’t procrastinate,” says Roy. Roy is a little man that lives on my shoulder and tells me things that I know, but don’t want to do. Like an obnoxious shoulder angel, (“You shouldn’t eat another microwave burrito. You know you’ll regret it.)” He talks in an annoying monotone voice. But I ignore him and continue to read my … Continue reading I’ll Come Up With a Headline Later

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Chartered Territory

Which staff member do you enjoy most at ACA, and why?

Connie Johnson, Parent. Mr. Toth. That man is amazing. He gets kids to learn. It’s just so amazing to see him teaching in a classroom, and to see it all click in the kids minds. Another great one is Mrs. Edinger. She is extremely patient with kids. I don’t know how she does it, but it is amazing. AJ McQuarters, Highschool Student. I really like … Continue reading Which staff member do you enjoy most at ACA, and why?

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Sleep Is Affecting Students In More Ways Than We Thought

While the teacher grabs some papers from a printer, students of Mr. Silwell’s Modern World History class seize the the opportunity to doze off for a few minutes. Continue reading Sleep Is Affecting Students In More Ways Than We Thought

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ACA’s Lego Robotics Club

Jack Taggart The Charter News 11/18/19 ACA’s Lego Robotics club got started when Tara McLaughlin, Lego team coach and mother of two ACA students considered starting a Lego team at ACA, similar to the one she and her children had participated in at a school they previously attended. “I thought a homeschool environment could really benefit from [a] robotics outlet… I know how many kids … Continue reading ACA’s Lego Robotics Club

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The Issue of Suicide

The second most common cause of death people ages 10-34 in the U.S. is suicide. Ranking 15th in the U.S., Oregon has one of the highest percentages of deaths due to suicide. This sobering statistic is all the more disturbing when it is brought into consideration that it is a subject that hits close to home, as some students at ACA struggle with suicidal ideation. … Continue reading The Issue of Suicide

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Back to School

Jack Taggart The Charter News 10/2/19 It’s that time of year again, as teachers, parents, and students set the ball rolling with the new 2019-2020 school year. And with more than fifty million students enrolled, (according to the National Center for Education Statistics), this is not only a big adjustment for the public school system, but also an adjustment for many students, parents, and teachers. … Continue reading Back to School

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