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More girls, African-Americans enroll in AP computer science. Why that matters.

Elena Weissmann

November 09, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: United States, Boston, Massachusetts

At a Boston high school, a targeted approach to attract a diverse student body to computer science courses is showing signs of success. By implementing a "computer science-heavy curriculum," and applying the technology to the student's own interests, the diversity of the school is now reflected in the diversity of those enrolled in the courses.

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In these bilingual classrooms, diversity is no longer lost in translation

Noble Ingram

October 30, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: United States, Boston, Massachusetts

Somerville, MA is one of a growing number of cities that has implemented a two-way dual immersion program in its schools. These programs combine fluent English speakers and English language learners in the same room, helping to integrate not only schools but classrooms and empowering both groups of students in the process.

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The subway helped segment Atlanta; soccer at its stations may help unite it

Patrik Jonsson

October 29, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: United States, Atlanta, Georgia

The new Atlanta United soccer team has brought excitement and community to many areas of the city - but perhaps the most unusual spot is public transport stops. “Station soccer” now is activating spaces at two MARTA transit stations, and many more are in development. Making soccer accessible is just one part. The next step could be adding things like farmers markets to MARTA stops. It is clear that soccer in Atlanta has helped fans, children, and public transit users alike.

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In an Indiana river cleanup, businesses and environmentalists cooperate

Lauren Littell

October 29, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: United States, Gary, Indiana

The Grand Calumet River in Indiana was once infamous for its levels of pollution and contamination. Although it didn't happen overnight, the introduction of the Clean Water Act led to collaborative efforts to divide and clean the river which was key to restoring the body of water and now serves as a model for other areas facing similar water pollution issues.

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Trailer parks face rising rents. This one's residents found a way out.

Simon Montlake

October 26, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: United States, Hudson, Massachusetts

ROC USA, a New Hampshire nonprofit, has helped almost 15,000 mobile homes become part of cooperative ownership setups across the country. The need for this is clear. Many mobile home residents do not own the land on which their homes reside, meaning they are at the whim of owners or outside investors. By coming together as a neighborhood and pitching in for collective ownership of a mobile home park, residents take control of their fate and their finances.

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Community building: Chicago experiment links libraries and apartments

Eva Fedderly

October 24, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: United States, Chicago, Illinois

When a need for more libraries and more affordable housing arose in Chicago, Mayor Rahm Emanuel pursued a plan to combine the two. The result is a partnership between the Chicago Housing Authority and the Chicago Public Library system. Despite some concern among neighborhood residents, the solution is largely seen as a creative approach as well as a creative use of funding and land space. Mixed-use developments are becoming more popular around the world, and this next iteration will benefit many types of Chicago residents.

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Stopping US teens from smoking, one town at a time

David Karas

October 14, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: United States

Activists hope to reduce the number of young smokers by raising the legal smoking age to 21. Instead of working for a national change, they're tackling the issue one small town at a time.

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Can Chinese students revive the American heartland?

Jingnan Peng

October 09, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: United States, Clinton, Iowa

The town of Clinton, Iowa was struggling both economically and with student retention until a partnership with an American businessman and a Chinese company brought 72 Chinese students to fill empty seats in the public high schools. Not only does this stir up the local economy with businesses jumping at the chance to serve a new audience, but the students all benefit from the cultural and educational exchange. The Clinton school board and district representatives all voted unanimously for the program, and both sides are looking forward to continuing to develop and grow the program.

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For Chinese high-schoolers, there's value to living and learning in Iowa

Simon Montlake

October 04, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: United States, Iowa

In the past decade, an increasing number of Chinese students have enrolled in American public schools in smaller towns, including in Clinton, Iowa. The trend serves as an important exchange program for both parties and fills the empty seats in towns where populations continue to decline.

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As legal cannabis comes to Canada, communities welcome accompanying job boom

Sara Miller Llana

September 19, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: Canada, Kincardine, Ontario

In Canada, where the legalization of marijuana will become official in mid-October, some towns are gearing up by creating employment opportunities related to the now burgeoning industry. The so-called "green rush" is expected to lift up a new class of entrepreneurs and investors, but there are still many unknowns that might hinder success.

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