For the 14th year, businesses and individuals can enrich schoolchildren’s educational experiences by adopting a local class to see an exciting Field Trip Series performance through the Adopt-A-Class program at […]
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Famous Artists Program at Turtle Bay Exploration Park
The Famous Artists Program (formerly the Art Docent Program) is designed to serve as a supplement to a kindergarten through eighth grade art program. It complies with the California and […]
Along Came a Playhouse
As a whole, being given the opportunity to design a playhouse and work with local nonprofit Caring Choices’ Recreation and Dreams for Kids with Cancer Program (RAD) and other local […]
Safer Sports: Preventing Sports Injuries in Children
Sports injuries are sidelining more young athletes than ever before, a trend that concerns doctors, coaches and parents. According to the STOP Sports Injury Campaign, 2 million sports injuries strike […]
Bullying – An Age-Old Problem But One With Solutions
Confrontations. Unkind Words. Exclusion. Aggression. Harassment. Intimidation. Are these the acts of a bully? It depends, experts say. Conflicts involving one or more of these behaviors are a normal part […]
Mother-Daughter Team Brings Sunshine To Kids With Disabilities
Faelin Klein embodies the term “mama bear.” For 23 years, the diminutive blonde has fought long and hard to ensure her daughter has had access to the medical, educational and […]
Montessori in the North State
A revolutionary idea was brought to the United States in 1915 by Dr. Maria Montessori, who said that a classroom can be set up to recognize each child’s developmental rhythm. […]
The First Back-To-School Journey
It’s August and back-to-school reminders are everywhere. Parents of preschoolers, this means your first back-to-school journey is about to begin. In the year before kindergarten, there are important steps you […]
Life Is Laundry. Live With It.
Some of my friends are sending their kids off to college this fall and discovering, with some shame, that their offspring – who can build web sites, play string instruments […]
A Tiny School With A Big Voice
Located 47 miles north of Redding, Castle Rock Elementary is a small rural school nestled in the mountain community of Castella. Established in 1887, its tranquil setting and family-like atmosphere […]
Pack Pain: Backpack Safety for Back to School
Kids everywhere will head back to class this fall with their own unique sense of fashion on display. Whether students sport a message tee, cargo shorts or a school uniform, […]
Dedicated Teachers Keep Art Alive in Corning
It’s no secret that statewide budget cuts have dramatically affected arts programs at many public schools. But thanks to a supportive administration, help from the community, and the passion of […]
John Cunningham, MFT, Mount Shasta
Whether global or local, a healthy community respects all ages and fosters connection and support. John Cunningham has a passion for building community that embraces youth. “A community with a […]
