There was no good news for social studies instruction in the latest national assessment results: 8th graders’ performance plunged in history, dipped in geography, and stayed flat in civics.

At the 8th grade Geography Fair May 17, these students portrayed 88 countries with displays, native food and costumes. The public could taste the food and learn more about these countries.

A teen from Bedford finished in 8th place at the Geography Bee in Washington, DC.