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What Parents Should Know About North State’s Rising Fentanyl Problem
Courtesy of Shasta County Health & Human Services Agency and Mister Brown of The Choose Well Program Across the nation, fentanyl-related overdoses are increasing at an alarming rate. And, youth […]
Integrity Document Services Makes The Conservatorship Process Easier for Families
For parents, experiencing their kids transitioning into adulthood comes with many emotions. For families of children with special needs, the experience is no less bittersweet but comes with its own […]
Pickleball Fun Takes Over The Courts
According to news sources across the nation, pickleball is America’s fastest- growing sport. Often described as a cross between badminton, tennis and ping pong, it’s an easy game for beginners […]
Inspire School of Arts and Science – Empowering Students To Discover Their Talents
Engaging with art is essential to the human experience. Almost as soon as motor skills are developed, children communicate through artistic expression. The arts challenge us with different points of […]
John Harch – Connecting People To Nature & Making Mount Shasta’s Beauty Accessible
If the “road less traveled” beckons you, John Harch might be your new best friend. Over the past four years, John has worked relentlessly to establish 46 miles of new […]
Strengthen Emotional Intelligence as a Family
Children do what we do, not what we say. As we manage – or don’t manage – our own emotions and behaviors, we usher our children into the same coping […]
Arts in The North State – Building Courage, Confidence and Commitment
Mom, that was the scariest thing I have ever done,” said Sophia Zaniroli’s 13-year-old son after his first vocal recital. Although he has performed with groups in front of hundreds […]
Helping Introverted & Highly Sensitive Kids Thrive
These days my teenage daughter cheerfully refers to herself as an ambivert, meaning a person who possesses both introvert and extrovert qualities. But this was not always the case. When […]
Tehama County Youth — Getting Things Done
As a continuing, occasional feature, North State Parent is happy to spotlight exceptional local students. This month, we are introducing you to five from Tehama County. Kaiya Chamblin is a […]
“Why Doesn’t My Teen Want to Spend Time With Me Anymore?” – Tips For Parents From One Teen
Watering it down to a simple answer to that question doesn’t help parents communicate or improve their relationship with their child. It’s not about the parent and how they’ve suddenly […]
Ridgeline Pediatric Provides Childcare for Medically Complex Kids
Parents of medically fragile children often face a unique set of challenges when it comes to finding childcare. Not only do these parents need to find someone willing to care […]
College and Career Options — Services to Students of All Ages in the North State
The prospects for students starting to explore life after high school can be overwhelming, and families often need help knowing where to start. There are many options to weigh, from […]
