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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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Be the Change – Marty Mautz: The Story Lady
Marty Mautz, Volunteer Story Coordinator at the Anderson Library in Shasta County, bubbles with joy when she describes Storytime. For 23 years Marty has captivated young children with stories, songs […]
Homemade Seaweed Snacks: Kid-approved … but may never make it into a lunch box!
Have you ever tried those salty seaweed snacks you buy at places like Trader Joe’s? I know, they’re addicting … we’ve tried them before and my children loved them! I […]
Dual Language Immersion: What Is It And How Does It Work?
School language immersion programs, first appearing in the United States and Canada in the 1960s, have gained popularity over the years. Currently there are nearly 400 such programs across 30 […]
