This nationally certified race draws runners from around the country, as well as locally. The Memorial Day weekend event features a marathon, half-marathon, 10K and a special annual event. Teachers who use the newspaper in the classroom know that it is a unique way to get children interested in learning. Students are able to relate to the newspaper in some way, whether it's the sports, comics or the entertainment page. The newspaper also provides teachers with an economical, effective and exciting way to teach other lessons, such as writing, history, math and current events.
Newspapers are a great way to teach citizenship.
The more students read about the country they live in, the more they want to get involved. Teachers can encourage this by pointing out articles of interest to students and help them think of creative ways to solve some of society s most pressing problems. Valleyview Jr. High teacher Debbie Farnum said her students love to read the newspaper in the classroom. They stay aware of current events. They see differences of opinion and the ability to voice opinions.