North State Parent magazine

A MAGAZINE SERVING FAMILIES IN BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES SINCE 1993

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Rose Schreder, Redding. Photo: Mike MacAllister.

Enjoy Winter Sports in Mount Shasta’s Winter Wonderland!

The winter months are upon us and what better way to spend our free time than to get outside and exercise while enjoying winter recreational activities. The Mount Shasta area […]

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Teenage Heartbreak: How Parents Can Help Their Teen Get Over It

Being a teenager is not easy. Teenagers spend time trying to fit in, and worrying about the latest trends and gossip, not to mention keeping their grades up so their […]

Photos: Avalon Portrait Gallery

Be The Change: Dancing With Life: Deborah Jorritsma

“When you dance, your purpose is not to get to a certain place on the floor. It’s to enjoy each step along the way.” -Wayne Dyer Deborah Jorritsma, artistic director […]

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Ready, Set, Read! Winter Classics For Family Reading Time

Holidays are great for family bonding. But after your twentieth game of Mario Kart, you may be wishing for quiet time. When that happens, why not unplug the gadgets and […]

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Meet Your School Superintendent: Interviews with Siskiyou and Butte Counties’ Superintendents of Schools

Note: In our November issue we featured interviews with Shasta County Superintendent of Schools Tom Armelino and Tehama County Superintendent of Schools Larry Champion. To read those informative interviews, visit […]

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Localicious: Shop Locally For Edible Holiday Gifts!

Does the idea of holiday shopping at a big-box store send you into a claustrophobic panic? Tired of giving “stuff” that will just get broken or re-gifted? Look no further […]

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Be the Change: Robin See-Swenson – Planting Seeds For Change

Mt. Shasta Marriage and Family Therapist Robin See-Swenson lives with the philosophy that she can be the change she wants to see: in her family, the community, and the world. […]

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Create a Family Tradition!

What are your fondest memories from childhood?  No doubt many of them are of your family’s traditions: helping Grandma bake her homemade pumpkin pie, the first time you won Monopoly […]

Shasta County Superintendent of Schools Tom Armelino shares fun learning time with Kaylina of Alta Mesa State Preschool.

Meet Your School Superintendent: Interviews with Shasta and Tehama Counties’ Superintendents of Schools

Your county school superintendent plays an important and supportive role for each school district. As an elected position, a superintendent serves in a leadership role and is a facilitator for […]

How Can Schools And Parents Protect Children From Bullying?

Parents of school-aged children are becoming increasingly aware of the number of incidents of bullying that occur both at school and on-line. Children may avoid admitting they are targets of […]

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A Fundraiser for the Siskiyou Ice Rink: Thinking Long Term

Originally born in rainy western Washington State, I never experienced much snow or the fun things that come with it, like skiing and ice skating. Luckily I have had family […]

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Localicious: Sweet Cottage “Pie Lady” Serves Up Slices Of Handmade Goodness

Street vendors have become ubiquitous here in the upper North State; we’ve got our share of taco trucks, hot dog vendors, fresh bread, and even Italian food.  One vendor that […]

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Be the Change – Michael Burke: A Believer In Community

Michael Burke, executive director of Shasta Family Justice Center (SFJC), is a strong believer in community. Emphasizing this belief, his 2010 acceptance speech to the Shasta County Board of Supervisors […]

FOCUS Film Festival: Cultivating Cooperation, Education, Inspiration

Most people view autism spectrum disorder as just that, a disorder. But if you ask Sharisa Joy Kochmeister, “Autism is a gift disguised as a dilemma.” Sharisa was thought to […]

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Be Prepared: Planning For A Parent/Teacher Conference

October means parent conference time in many school districts. Are you prepared? While you expect that your child’s teacher will be organized and ready for the meeting, preparation on your […]