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A Novel Approach to Teacher Burnout

A Novel Approach to Teacher Burnout

Unless you have been completely oblivious to the educational issues mounting in this country, you are aware that we are facing an institutional crisis in America’s education system. Teachers are burning out and quitting their jobs at alarming rates.  Some statistics state that roughly 16% of...

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I Decided to Play Video Games Everyday for a Week with my Kids.

I Decided to Play Video Games Everyday for a Week with my Kids.

I’ve always enjoyed playing video games. I have a shirt with a Nintendo controller on it that says “Classically Trained,” and not only is it true, but I wear it with pride. I have always enjoyed the classics, Platformers, RPGs, Fighting Games, and even the occasional First Person Shooter would...

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Programming and Designing in Roblox Studio

Programming and Designing in Roblox Studio

Hello parents! We know that you want the best for your children, so we’re here to tell you about some of the amazing benefits of learning and creating experiences in Roblox Studio. This powerful game-creation platform offers kids a unique opportunity to explore their creativity while also learning...

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Benefits of Joining an Esports League for Kids

Benefits of Joining an Esports League for Kids

Hey parents! Are you looking for ways to help your child explore and develop their passion for gaming? Have you ever considered having them join an esports league at a young age? Esports leagues can provide many benefits that may not be obvious. Not only can they help improve hand-eye...

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Why enroll in a summer STEM camp?

Why enroll in a summer STEM camp?

Summer is an exciting time for kids! It’s an excellent opportunity to explore new activities and have fun. One of the best ways to keep your children engaged during summer break is by enrolling them in STEM camps. STEM camps are designed to provide hands-on learning experiences that help students...

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Invest in Your Future and Your Child’s Future

Invest in Your Future and Your Child’s Future

If you’re up on your financial news, you may have seen the urgent warnings from the financial institutions recently predicting a recession “unlike any other.”   Despite these early signs and dire predictions, we here at Black Rocket are encouraging families and educators to invest in their...

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ChatGPT and Summer STEM Camps

ChatGPT and Summer STEM Camps

A word from Mark Grundel, our Director of Operations. This weekend, I decided to play around with OpenAI’s ChatGPT and get its input on Summer Camps.  If you haven’t already heard or learned about ChatGPT, be sure to read about it directly from OpenAI.  So what exactly did we want to know about...

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Which is Better for Your Child? Virtual Camp vs In-Room Camp

Which is Better for Your Child? Virtual Camp vs In-Room Camp

Summer vacation is right around the corner which means no school and three months worth of free time for your kids. This also means finding ways to make sure they’re staying engaged and active in the summer. Whether you work full time or are a stay-at-home parent, finding enriching opportunities...

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Reintroducing Your Summer Camp: Social Media

Reintroducing Your Summer Camp: Social Media

Reinventing your summer camp in a digitally focused world probably sounds intimidating. There’s so much to know and learn. On top of that, you want to keep things fresh and exciting. With the amount of resources available now, it can be easy to get overwhelmed in the world of digital advertising....

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Reintroducing Your Summer Camp: Email Marketing

Reintroducing Your Summer Camp: Email Marketing

Promoting a summer camp in a technology focused world can be challenging. However, one of the simplest and most overlooked techniques to drive enrollment and awareness is the email campaign. This tool is so effective that one study conducted by a nationwide provider of summer camps found emails...

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