It all started when a presidential debate sparked in the classroom at one MicroSociety school. One outspoken student citizen stood up and asked, “What do y’all think about building a sandbox on the playground?” “Yeah!” the others cheered. And therein lie the beginnings of what would forever become known as Operation Sandbox. Lauren and Sean,…
Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship, a #microsociety school in Pittsburgh, Penn., was recognized with a 2020-2021 National Healthy Schools Award for going above and beyond in engaging and helping its students and their families make health and wellness improvements. “Improving the health and well-being of families requires bold leadership and action,” said the CEO…
“You really love Legos, don’t you?” Grayson said to his best friend, watching him complete yet another Lego project, this one of a theme park complete with a roller coaster that actually moved on a track. “I do,” Aidan said, sounding a little distracted as he snapped the last piece into place. He took a…
We are thrilled that New Hampshire Partners in Education selected MACS to receive the following awards! A tremendous job well done.
Teachers at Hugh Dingess are creating memorable, engaging lessons to keep students who are virtual and blended engaged in learning. Each classroom has daily read alouds, scavenger hunts with phonics and rhyming words, interactive lessons using dry erase boards, small group and one on one Zoom sessions, and more. The teachers are integrating science and…
Please join us in celebrating these upstanding citizens of Ste Marie RC School who were recognized with September Virtue Awards! #HEART #KidsinCharge #KindnessCounts #CharacterEducation #SEL
2019 MES Student Government wanted a mural with the Pioneerville Capitol painted in the main hallway. The students were able to get a sponsor (Modern Woodman of America) and make their vision a realty. The mural depicts each piece of our mock society “Pioneerville”. A big shout out to Dewayne Cook for painting the mural!…
Retail therapy is legit! And we have a wonderful small business for you to support Jersey City Global Charter School MicroCitizen #entrepreneur, Jazelle, has just launched her very own Etsy shop selling her jazzy resin initial keychains. For just $10 you can show your support and (BONUS!) never lose sight of your keys again! We…
The American Microsociety ® model is a fundamental tool for our students to become micro entrepreneurs and see the opportunity to help society with their businesses.
As Mrs. Kemp’s class piled out of her room for the day, Carlos stayed behind and sat next to her at her desk. “So you want to start a venture, but have no idea what you should sell,” Mrs. Kemp said. “Well, what are your interests?” “I don’t know,” Carlos said, looking at the…