Empowering Early Childhood: Ball State Partners Receive Grant to Support Language Development in the Whitely Community – Jill K. Walls
We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Jill Walls, Dr. Kim Zoder-Martell, and Ms. Wilisha Scaife, in partnership with the Whitely Institute on Community Engaged Teacher Preparation, were recently selected as…
What’s New with 21st Century Scholars
After the passage of the House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1449-2023 last year, current 8th grade students who are financially eligible for the Free and Reduced Price Lunch program were automatically enrolled in…
2024-2025 FAFSA Update
It may seem like there is still plenty of time for high school Seniors and their parents to complete and submit a FAFSA, but this year’s “Better” FAFSA has not…
Community Conversations with Kendra Lowery : Featuring Neil Kring
Community Conversations with Kendra Lowery As the associate dean for equity and engagement in Teachers College at Ball State University, I have the privilege to converse with people across the…
Questions to Ask Before Summer Camp
by Jane Wiechel The camp selection process can be overwhelming when you realize the many options available. The below list will help you determine which type of camp best aligns…
A One-Stop Shop for Supporting Children and Families
One website that provides access to and information about emotional and educational support, food assistance, health and medical services, COVID-19, summer camps, and housing and financial assistance. No way, Yes…
My Experience With the 21st Century Scholars Program
written by: Baxter Garringer, Ball State Student The 21st Century Scholarship changed my life. I grew up in a household of five and was the oldest of my brother and sister. We…
Emma-Mae Newman: An aspiring lawyer, for the people
written by: Kate Elliott On nights when her home was without heat, Emma-Mae Newman fell asleep under a pile of blankets, dreaming of becoming a 21st Century Scholar like her…