Wednesday, November 11th, 2009

Visit Williamsburg’s Hidden Collections…ONLINE

Most people living in Virginia have visited Colonial Williamsburg. Some were dragged as fourth graders, others visited as amateur historians, others breezed through on the way to the outlet malls. But Williamsburg is not just the Governor’s Mansion and Duke of Gloucester Street; the foundation also owns a large collection of antiques which are rarely [...]

Tuesday, March 24th, 2009

Do your best: online study guides

Struggling with Pride and Prejudice? Have a class discussion on Hamlet and no idea what to say? Do a bit of extra reading and get the clues you need–free and online. A bit of reading and research can increase your understanding–and your grade!
Check out the following websites for extra help:
SparkNotes: No Fear Shakespeare!
“Created by Harvard [...]

Monday, November 3rd, 2008

Read all about it!

Tuesday night will be very close to heaven for political junkies.  Even if you don’t live and breathe Fox News or MSNBC, you may be fascinated to watch the results come in.  For immediate, easy access to results from the Old Dominion, the Virginia State Board of Elections website will post results from the presidential [...]

Thursday, October 30th, 2008

We the people…

Tuesday’s the day – get out and vote!  Election officials are forecasting a record turnout, so allow extra time in case you face a line at the polls.  If you are a first time voter and registered to vote by mail, check the State of Virginia website to see what identification you will need to [...]