What It’s Like Working For The Education Foundation
Have you ever wondered what it is like to serve over 300 students in Alachua County? Today we’re pulling back the curtain as I share about my experience working as the Support Coordinator for Take Stock In Children. Eric Gilbert, Take Stock in Children Student Support Coordinator As the Support Coordinator, my role is to […]
Navigating the virtual mentoring relationship – we need mentors now more than ever
By Jordan Miles, volunteer and marketing administrator If the last year has taught us anything, it’s that personal connections and relationships can be a saving grace when we feel isolated. We’ve been doing our part to social distance to keep our friends and family safe, but doing everything from afar (or virtually) can be draining. […]
College Acceptances – The Good, the Bad, and the Beautiful
By Cassandra Kuhn, spring 2021 marketing and events intern Riddled with anxiety, I sat perched on my dining room table looming over my e-mail patiently awaiting for 6:30 p.m. when my fate would be decided. Well, maybe not my fate, but certainly the next four years of my life. Was I going to be thriving […]
Tips to relieve stress this holiday season
The holidays are a fun and joyous time but also a very busy one, and holiday stress and anxiety in students can and does happen. Here are the top tips from our Support Coordinator Eric Gilbert for ways to make the holiday season merry and bright. Keep it simple Decide what matters most to you […]
Five Tips To Help Maintain Your Wellness This Year
Each of us is experiencing many emotions with the thought of returning back to school. Here are the top five things to help you have a successful start to the school year. Be real about what you’re going through As you prepare to return back to school, check-in with yourself about how you are really […]
How To Be Successful In An Online Class
Many students are considering taking online courses through Alachua e-School, FLVS or the Digital Academy for the 2020-2021 school year. During my undergrad time at UF, I have taken at least 20 classes online. I’ve tried and failed and succeeded. It’s a matter of prioritizing and learning what works best for you. Here are some tips and […]