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Major Shifts in Common Core Mathematics Learning
The following are the key shifts called for by the Common Core in Mathematics learning: (1) Focus: The Common Core calls for greater focus in mathematics. Rather than racing to cover many topics in a...
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Student & Parent Guide for Common Core Mathematics Learning
1. Build skills across grade levels Students need to keep building on learning year after year. Parents need to be aware of what their child struggled with last year and how that will affect ongoing...
View ArticleHow is THINK Together responding to Common Core?
There are many shifts from previous state standards to the current Common Core State Standards. How has THINK Together responded to all of these big shifts? 1. THINK Together has aligned expanded...
View ArticleA Legacy that Changed Destinies, thank you Marion Knott
Earlier this week we learned about Marion Knott’s passing as the age of 92. Marion, youngest daughter of Walter and Cordelia Knott, the founders of Knott’s Berry Farm, was one of THINK Together’s...
View ArticleWhat’s on Your Bucket List?
Yesterday saw the conclusion of the Masters Golf Tournament, won by 21 year-old Jordan Spieth in record-setting fashion. For many people (especially middle aged and older white guys) going to the...
View ArticleThe sky’s the limit if we all play a role!
At THINK Together, our Vision is educational excellence and equity for all kids. Our Mission is to create opportunities for all kids to discover their passions and reach their full potential. Our...
View ArticleSupport increased funds for after-school programs
Support increased funds for after-school programs by contacting your state representative and urging them to support Senate Bill 645. Funding hasn’t increased since 2006 and we risk losing these...
View ArticleHistory, Education and Gourmet Food
History, Education and Gourmet Food converged for our Inland Empire Book Launch event celebrating Randy Barth’s recently published book with a lively discussion about current education trends in the...
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When a child giggles…the joy is contagious!
At a recent event at San Jose area Grant Elementary school, students danced and sang for an enthusiastic audience of parents and community members, including THINK Together CEO Randy Barth. San Jose...
View ArticleLives transformed and destinies of entire families…changed!
Our Spring Update email was sent in April with an exciting and colorful piece on Orange County Shalimar graduate Jose Avonce highlighting the many students who stand out in the community as a result of...
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Ignite discovery for Steven this summer!
If you were to write a story about summer, what would it be about? For most of us, it would include adventures. Camping, visits to aquariums, days at the beach, family road trips. It’d be filled with...
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Enrich Raymond’s learning skills this summer!
What happens when students return to school after three months in front of the TV? Researchers have labeled this problem “summer learning loss”. Most students lose about two months of grade level...
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Because of you, Betsy met Madeleine Albright!
It was a sunny July day at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library. Betsy, a student at Bassett High School, buttoned her suit jacket and glanced at her index cards to review the questions she wanted to...
View ArticleSenator Mendoza’s #SaveAfterSchool Message
The current daily funding rate of $7.50 per student was established in 2006. Since then, the California Consumer Price Index has risen 19% and the state’s minimum wage has grown by 25%, but our...
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The results are in! Through this year’s i❤OC Giving Day we raised $11,925. These funds will help support THINK Together’s 2016 Summer Program. Summer programs where students will be exposed to...
View ArticleTHINK Together receives $15,000 Grant For Innovative STEM Programs From...
Media Contact: Erin Hales, Director of Marketing & Communications erin.hales@thinktogether.org 714.308.2836 Santa Ana, CA. (May 2, 2016) – THINK Together is pleased to announce it has received a...
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When a child giggles…the joy is contagious!
At a recent event at San Jose area Grant Elementary school, students danced and sang for an enthusiastic audience of parents and community members, including THINK Together CEO Randy Barth. San Jose...
View ArticleLives transformed and destinies of entire families…changed!
Our Spring Update email was sent in April with an exciting and colorful piece on Orange County Shalimar graduate Jose Avonce highlighting the many students who stand out in the community as a result of...
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