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Meet an Intern!

Meet an Intern!

I can sit and write about the students at the iCan Dream Center ALL day, but it suddenly hit me that I might have a story to tell, too! If you’ve ever wondered who’s behind some of the iCan Dream Center blog posts, I’m here to reveal this month’s masked woman!  If you haven’t heard …

5 Tips to Navigating 2021

5 Tips to Navigating 2021

As we all know, 2020 was probably the biggest emotional rollercoaster of a year since 2016.  From the celebrity deaths (REST IN PEACE KOBE AND GIGI), to the canceled events, to the global pandemic that continues to loom, it seems fair to say, 2020 was the worst year ever. And if it is not, it …

How To Help Students Foster A ‘Growth Mindset’

How To Help Students Foster A ‘Growth Mindset’

At iCan Dream Center, staff members use a strengths-based approach when working with students, identifying and focusing on students’ individual strengths. This perspective has been found to build students’ self-esteem and confidence, which are integral to a successful learning process (Semegran, 2019).  Students with diverse learning needs may struggle with focus, social skills, or motivation, …