May 2008

Red Sox Pitcher John Lester -- the journey from cancer to no-hitter

Boston Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester pitched the first no-hitter game of the 2008 season on May 19th. But the bigger reason that Lester, his family, his team, and even some members of rival teams are celebrating his accomplishment is that just short of two years ago, Lester was diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer.
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Definitions of Virtues

Lesson Archives

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"Sow a Thought, and you reap an Act;

"Sow an Act, and you reap a Habit;

"Sow a Habit, and you reap a Character;

"Sow a Character, and you reap a Destiny."

- Charles Reade

"Virtue in Action has been an integral part of the everyday lesson plans in our district. Our schools use the program to help with state and federal mandates. It goes without saying that Virtue in Action has been very effective and useful to teachers and students in our district."

- Glen Giannetti, Superintendent, District 206 High Schools, Illinois

 

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