A growing emphasis on STEM has emerged within the educational sector over the last decade or more. Schools and students have put forth extraordinary effort into fostering science, technology, engineering and mathematics in curriculums and through personal pursuits. Although there are many proponents of STEM classes and careers, many people feel that creative endeavors, namely arts education,

Assessments such as quizzes and exams help educators recognize areas where students are excelling and where they might need a little extra help. In addition to tests in the classroom, high schoolers generally take standardized testing for state or provincial assessment purposes,. Testing may come easier to some students than others, but having solid study techniques can improve students’ performance

Sportsmanship principles all young athletes should know Competitive sports have a lot to offer young people. In addition to exposing children to the thrill of competition, competitive sports can set a foundation for a lifetime of healthy living. One study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine in 2014 found that afterschool physical activity programs were the most effective

Instructor Sarah (center) leads a goat yoga session Aug. 13 at the Roosevelt County Fair with help from Fairview’s Sugar Valley Goats. For more information, check out the Sugar Valley Goats and Remedy: Yoga and Handcrafts Facebook pages. Also pictured: Lauren Rumsey (left). (Photo by James Walling)

College application facts and figures The college application process involves several steps, many of which begin well before an applicant is ready to sign on the dotted line. These facts and figures can help applicants and their families gain a better understanding of what goes into the college admissions process. College admissions teams view a potential applicant as more seriously interested

Goat yoga attendees (left to right) Tessa Rumsey, Sam Ellerton, Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office deputy Michael Ellerton, Nicholas Ellerton and Noelle Wilson balance poses with livestock from Fairview’s Sugar Valley Goats and Remedy: Yoga and Handcrafts Aug. 13 at the fairgrounds. (Photo by James Walling)