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By Dr. Patricia H. Smith Recently, at a diner I frequently visit, I had the good fortune of meeting a wonderful couple. This couple expressed immense pride in their granddaughter…
By Dr. Patricia H. Smith Recently, at a diner I frequently visit, I had the good fortune of meeting a wonderful couple. This couple expressed immense pride in their granddaughter…
Education By admin | January 1, 2026 By Dr. Patricia H. Smith Many parents want their children to experience work and life satisfaction. Career development theorists emphasize that satisfaction depends on establishing oneself in a type of work that provides growth and exploratory experiences. College has…
CommunityEducationFamily By admin | January 1, 2026 A Delaware Library Card opens up a world of opportunities. Free programs for all ages, try out new technologies, take a yoga class, make a craft, try virtual reality, play with robots – just have fun! Download an…
EducationKids Aren’t Failing – The System Is By admin | January 1, 2026 By Philmekia DonatoWhat’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a disruptor? Take a second, and really think about it. Was your first thought something negative? I once…
Education By admin | October 1, 2025 By Philmekia DonatoI once sent a text message that wasn’t meant to be replied to—it was meant to be remembered. That’s when I realized growth cannot exist without clarity, and clarity has absolutely nothing to do with other…
EducationTransforming Brokenness Into The Blueprint – How Pain Became My Purpose By admin | July 1, 2025 By Philmekia DonatoIn February 2005, just three months shy of eighteen, I walked out of the Orange Street family shelter with everything I owned. I had been homeschooled…