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isn't limited to schools and classrooms. As the educational leader in
our community, Paradise Unified School District is dedicated to
promoting lifelong learning for all ridge residents. Check out the
links below for some fun and interesting educational sites.
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Note: Parents and teachers should advise students to check for a privacy policy on any site that asks them for information about themselves, and to ask for permission before sending any information. Paradise Unified School District does not take responsibility for the content of outside sites or links listed here and does not, by their listing, endorse the points of view represented at any particular site.
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| PreSchoolEducation.com |
| Did you know you that can teach your toddler the basics of mathematics using French fries? You'll discover that and more at Preschool Education.com. This site includes coloring books you can print at home, as well as resources for teachers and parents. |
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| The Idea Box |
| If you're looking for fun activities to enjoy with your preschooler, click over to The Idea Box. This site features early childhood education and activity resources, including an Idea of the Day. Recent projects included making glitter globes, colored glue, suncatchers and leaf people. |
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| KidsSource |
| The offerings at KidsSource are oriented towards parents of preschoolers. Here you'll find articles about education and young children that you can read online or print. Among the resources are an article, "Early Childhood: Where Learning Begins," as well as a growth chart that offers age-appropriate activities for language development. |
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BJ Pinchbeck's Homework Helper
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| One of the most comprehensive sites you'll find for homework help was originally begun by a teenager wanting to find best homework resources on the Net quickly. DiscoverySchool.com is now pleased to host BJ Pinchbeck's Homework Helper and the connection is almost always speedy. You'll find links to just about anything you could need here, from dictionaries for translating foreign languages to grammar tips, from explanations of chemistry concepts to writing a biography. There's even a daily brain booster. |
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| KidsClick.org |
| At KidsClick.org you're sure to find assistance with all kinds of homework topics--from statistics to philosophy. |
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| InfoPlease Homework Center |
If your student needs help with the basics, head over to the InfoPlease Homework Center where you'll find abundant resources to improve study and writing skills.
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For additional resources, check links at your school's library.
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| College Entrance Exams |
SAT: Find out about SAT college entrance exams, study tips and insider info on college admissions at CollegeBoard.
ACT: For ACT testing information, go to ACT.
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| Scholarships |
Looking for scholarships to help pay for college costs? FastWeb
offers a one-stop scholarship search engine. Enter info about the
student and the database responds with scholarships he or she may be
qualified for.
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| CSU System |
If you're planning on attending one of California's state universities, a visit to CSU Mentor
is a must; you'll find information about each of the state campuses and
you can even apply for admission online.
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| UC System |
Students bound for the University of California schools should visit UC Admissions.
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| Butte College |
Local educational opportunities are close to home at Butte College.
The school offers classes for vocational education, transfer students,
adults interested in learning a new hobby and special courses for
seniors.
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| Careers |
Quintessential Careers: What do you
want to be when you grow up? Explore a variety of careers, take tests
to assess your interests and find out about career pathways at Quintessential Careers.
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Job Profiles: What would it
be like to work as a computer engineer? A high school teacher? An
auctioneer? A chemist? This unique site offers real-person feedback on
hundreds of possible careers--straight from folks who are in the field
you might be interested in. You'll find out what the emotional rewards
are, the job's toughest aspect, actual salary and training needed.
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| CSU, Chico |
Whether you're interested in credit or non-credit courses, check out California State University of Chico's Center for Regional and Continuing Education program for informative and fun classes.
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| ElderHostel |
Studying
reading and writing and arithmetic in the old days was nothing like
this! Check out the wide variety of fun and informative courses offered
by ElderHostel.
You can choose from cruising the Mediterranean while learning about
Greek myths, studying wine on the Central California coast and
exploring the art and culture of San Francisco. If you're not a senior,
you'll wish you were after visiting this site and seeing all the fun
you can have learning new things!
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| World Wide Web |
Learn about how seniors can use -- and benefit from -- the World Wide Web at both of these sites: SeniorNet or ElderWeb.
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| Service |
Join with other seniors in learning about and serving your community at the Senior Service Corps.
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| Grandparents |
Explore a variety of activities you can do with your grandchildren at iGrandparents.com.
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