Week of the Young Child stretches from April 6 to the 12, this year. To celebrate this week devoted to raising awareness of the developmental needs of young children, we […]
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Be the Change – Neel Bulchandani
When his brother sustained a back injury in high school, it changed Neel Bulchandani’s life. At the time, Neel was working in a lab and feeling less than enthused about […]
Kai Music and Arts: Exceptional Music Training for All Ages and Abilities
Finding your voice with an instrument is the mission of Kai Music & Arts in Chico, where students work with experienced teachers to express themselves. Learning how to play music […]
California Heritage YouthBuild Academy
“Adults have to keep that delicate balance when making a meaningful connection with teenagers. Adults need to stay young-at-heart, while at the same time recognizing that teenagers are longing to […]
For the Love of Animals – Local Teens Celebrate Their Unique Friends
Pets bring joy to many teenagers throughout the North State. Some pets have been rescued from hard situations, but in all cases these pets are an immense blessing to their […]
Not Your Mama’s Etiquette Class: Teaching Teens in the Digital Age
Etiquette, throughout the ages, has been a general set of social norms and expectations or a code of conduct on which a group agrees. These codes typically haven’t been global […]
Beyond Physical Changes: Navigating Puberty in Teens with Diverse Needs
As any parent or caregiver of a teenager can tell you, the onset of puberty can be a wild roller-coaster ride. It’s a whirlwind of physical and emotional changes, with […]
Forest Therapy: A Walk in the Forest Does a World of Good
Forest therapy is simple. Participants are guided on an outdoor experience designed to support health and wellness through immersion in natural environments, sometimes called ecotherapy or forest bathing. California State […]
How To Enjoy the Beauty of Nature During a Family Road Trip
Traveling with our family gives us the opportunity to see new places and enjoy our surroundings. We can also utilize that dull time while traveling to our destination by seeking ways to […]
Whiskeytown Environmental School: A Legacy of Teaching Children About the Natural World
“After spending the week at WES camp, I realized how much I enjoy learning about nature.” “That was the best day in my entire life!!!” “I loved WES camp and […]
Safety and Security in the North State
Thousands of dedicated law enforcement, fire and first responder personnel throughout the North State work hard every day to respond to emergencies and do their best to protect and serve […]
Water Safety is Essential in the North State
I heard just the quietest little “plip.” I was pregnant with my second child and standing in our above-ground pool, letting the water buoy my enormous belly and relieving my […]
Butte Environmental Council: Advocating for a Healthy Community
Located in gorgeous Butte County, the Butte Environmental Council (BCE) is a grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the environmental health of Butte County. Supported by 300 members, over 1,000 […]
