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Brightspark’s 2015 Student Photo Contest Winners
Brightspark’s 2015 Student Photo Contest Winners Our student travelers sent in a ton of great pictures for the Brightspark 2015 Student Photo Contest, and we had a great time looking through all of …
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History of the Marching Band Uniform
History of the Marching Band Uniform When you watch marching bands perform at events such as the Outback Bowl, you probably enjoy seeing the elaborate uniforms bands choose and the ways …
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5 Historical Facts About Washington, DC's Cherry Blossom Festival
5 Historical Facts About Washington, DC's Cherry Blossom Festival From March 20 to April 12, the city of Washington, DC celebrates the start of spring with the National Cherry Blossom Festival. When the Japanese …
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Get Inspired with Creative School Fundraising Ideas
Get Inspired with Creative School Fundraising Ideas School fundraisers are great for raising money for a student tour, a booster club or any other educational or performance-related goals. As their …
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Teacher Shares Experience Planning Her First Student Tour
Teacher Shares Experience Planning Her First Student Tour Planning your first educational tour? As fifth-grade teacher Mallory prepares for her first Washington, DC student trip, she shares her experiences …
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What is the Lasting Impact of Performance Tours?
What is the Lasting Impact of Performance Tours? In 2006, Sam Pirruccello and his high school choir group traveled to Great Britain for an international performance tour. Nearly 10 years later he …
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6 Simple Steps to Raising Money With Guessing Jars
6 Simple Steps to Raising Money With Guessing Jars While teachers would prefer it if their students prepared for their tests, rather than just guess on them, they surely will not mind if these youths …
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Dr. Richard Miles Opens Up About the Outback Bowl and Music Education
Dr. Richard Miles Opens Up About the Outback Bowl and Music Education Richard Miles conducting Brightspark's massed band during the 2015 Outback Bowl halftime show. We spoke with Dr. Richard B. Miles, the principal …
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On the Road With a Brightspark Tour Director
On the Road With a Brightspark Tour Director The job of a great Tour Director? To make the coolest destinations even cooler. All of our industry-leading Tour Directors share passions for travel, …
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Brightspark’s 2014 Teacher and Chaperone Photo Contest Winners
Brightspark’s 2014 Teacher and Chaperone Photo Contest Winners The time has come to announce the winners of the Brightspark 2014 Teacher and Chaperone Photo Contest. Thanks to everyone who participated. With all …
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