Success: Give Your Child Tools to Achieve

Every parent would love to tell their kids a surefire formula for success, that tidbit of wisdom for a lifetime.   Benjamin Franklin said, “Energy and persistence conquer all things.” Hmm. Not bad for a guy who lived in the 18th century and didn’t even Google. But there’s always room for improvement. So, here’s my […]

Terrific Teacher: Mark Vondracek

Teacher by day, secret agent by night. At least that’s what some of his students think. Because he requires little sleep, the Physics and AP Physics teacher has been known to review his students’ research drafts and respond to their emails at 1, 2 and 3 a.m. “He makes himself more available than any teacher […]

Amazing Kids - Jeffrey Brown

At 6-foot-3, 270 pounds, with a smile that lights up an entire arena, Jeffrey Brown is a State Champion, Honor Roll student and human teddy bear. In February, he won the State Heavyweight Wrestling Championship.