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Strengthening Family Bonds During the Holidays 

December 18, 2024
The holidays bring out all sorts of emotions, from warm fuzzy nostalgia to less-than-cozy reactions. We must also acknowledge that there are non-holiday-related emotional situations in families. Families are suffering from loss, divorce, health trials, or financial strain. Newly separated…

Holistic Education: Nurturing Creative Minds

August 23, 2024
In today’s tech-centric educational environment, creativity and hands-on learning often seem overshadowed by screens and standardized tests. However, a growing movement within the academic world is bringing a renewed focus on hands-on activities, crafts, and problem-solving skills. This shift in…

Guiding Your Teen Through Cognitive Changes

July 22, 2024
The teenage years are often characterized by a rollercoaster of emotions, rapid mood swings, and seemingly irrational behavior. While these experiences can be frustrating for parents and educators, it’s crucial to remember that the teenage brain is undergoing significant changes…

Summer Reading: Cultivating Lifelong Readers

July 10, 2024
Many of us remember those hot, languid summer days spent reading the latest novel by our favorite author or immersing ourselves in a fascinating new obsession. Today, as we observe the students in our lives, we might feel lucky if…

The Power of Gratitude in Family Life 

May 5, 2024
Gratitude comes easily at the birthday party. Parents have filled the day with presents, special food, cake, balloons, and special attention. Birthday gift lists have been shared with family and friends. As presents are handed out, squeals of joy and…
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The Impact of Music and Arts on Emotional Well-being 

April 23, 2024
“We read to know we are not alone.” ~ C.S. Lewis.  Reading may look like an isolating activity with one’s eyes riveted on the page and reality fading behind the words painted in the reader’s head, but reading is entirely communal. This is…