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News

Stay in-the-loop with GAR happenings by reading the latest news and blog posts below.

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Why the First Five Years Matter…to Our Kids, to Akron, and Our Foundation

Mar 29, 2019

Over the last year, GAR Foundation has been working with key community partners to take a closer look at a systems-focused strategy that will enhance early learning and childcare in Akron.

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A New $1.2 Million Investment From GAR Foundation Will Connect Local History and Culture to Classroom Learning

Feb 28, 2019

Akron, Ohio — Feb. 28.

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What is STARS?

Feb 19, 2019

A new early childhood learning initiative from GAR Foundation called STARS: Supporting Teachers and Ready Students will engage a group of 24 community-based preschools and day care providers in Akr

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Using Technology to Help Students Self-regulate Stress and Stay in Their Learning Brain

Feb 05, 2019

By: Dr. Michelle Jones and Dr. Gus Farmakidis

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New Year, New Review?

Dec 17, 2018

There are few things in professional life that can take the oxygen out of a room quite like the prospect of year-end performance reviews and new year goal-setting. Why is that?

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How Elevate Akron’s New Fundamentals Will Help the Region Prosper

Dec 17, 2018

Over the past year, economic development leaders from the City of Akron, Summit County and the Greater Akron Chamber have been working closely to reimagine how we can achieve greater economic prosp

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New $5 Million Investment From GAR Foundation and Knight Foundation Will Help Build a More Vibrant, Connected Downtown With Restoration of Akron Civic Theatre

Nov 15, 2018

Akron, Ohio — Nov.

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How Twitter Can Expand Your Professional Learning Network

Nov 07, 2018

We hear repeatedly at our Educator Conference that one of the most valuable parts of the day is having the opportunity to connect with fellow educators from across the county.

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How a Vegetable Garden Inspired Learning, Patience & Empathy

Oct 19, 2018

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Crafting Effective Communications to Create Social Change

Oct 19, 2018

Strategic communications have the power to transform your organization and a compelling story told to the right audience is vital to fundraising and building awareness of your organization’s missio

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