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Happy News & Current Events- What Is Happening in Our World and Why It Matters

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Mara Simmons
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(4)
In this ongoing class we will discuss current events that our kids are interested in. Stories will be taken from reliable news sources fully cited and students will have the opportunity to bring their own.
Live Group Class

$18

weekly
1x per week
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
3-12 learners per class
This class has no upcoming meetings
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