North State Parent magazine

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

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People at a Successful Yard Sale

Host a Successful Yard Sale this Summer

Everything You Need to Know to Get Rid of Unwanted Stuff Is your garage, basement or closet overflowing from the heaps of stuff you’ve been saving? Do you rationalize this […]

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7 Secrets to Throwing an Epic Birthday Party

Cardboard, Creativity, and a Little Planning Ahead When I received the invite to my nephew’s pirate party, I was worried. The event was taking place at his house during the […]

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Vici Miranda: Be the Change

Making a Big Splash on Behalf of North State Kids Vici Miranda possesses what Kate Grissom describes as a “blend of grit and grin.” Since 2018, Vici’s kind and cheerful […]

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Caregiver Burnout

Caregiver Burnout: Trying to Pour from an Empty Cup Is it normal to be exhausted all the time? I had four small kids, two of whom had significant medical issues. […]

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Eating Healthy on a Budget

Fruits and Veggies for Families Eating Their Best on a Budget Sage advice, but isn’t it expensive? Eat fresh. Eat organic. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables every day. […]

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Transitioning Into Adulthood

Preparing Teens for the Coming of Age – Wildflower Open Classroom’s Adolescent Program (WOCAP) Rites of Passage are Important What are the rites of passage for America’s youth today? And […]

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Easy Cooking for Teens

Bonding with Your Teen Over Breakfast Burritos A New Way to Connect Are you looking for a new way to connect with your teenager? Something to peel their eyes up […]

Santa Cruz Island Horses

Anni’s Santa Cruz Island Horses

Is our animal best friend a dog or a horse? I’d love to hear that debate, and in Tehama County I wouldn’t be surprised if horses came in a very […]

Eco-friendly Detergents

Eco-friendly Detergents Get the Job Done

Eco-friendly detergents and cleaning products identified as free & clear—fragrance-free and clear of dyes and brighteners—have bubbled to the surface of the conversation around sustainable, earth-friendly living. When considering more […]

Painting your house

Paint Your House from Prep to Finish

Does your home’s exterior need a facelift? Painting your house doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. A bit of prep work and a fresh coat of paint […]

How to make College Affordable

Tips for Making College Affordable

At some point between changing the 300th diaper and pinning that kindergarten art masterpiece on the fridge, many parents begin to wonder if their miniature Picasso will one day be […]

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Bethany Rau – Giving And Getting The Most Out Of Life

Halfway through her student teaching experience, Bethany Rau realized she was not meant to become a teacher. Although she had reached the final stage of earning the credential she had […]

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Inclusion Grants

Inclusion Grants Will Benefit Many North State Children An inclusive learning environment provides students with access to flexible learning choices, effective paths for achieving educational goals, and space where they […]

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Closing the Gender STEM Gap

Chico’s American Association of University Women Supports STEM Education *Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math education (STEM) The path to women’s economic empowerment and independence is through education. Michelle Obama is […]

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Forest Ranch Charter School

Forest Ranch Charter School After School Program At Forest Ranch Charter School, what happens after school is just as vital to student engagement and learning as what happens during school. […]