Five Ways Your Vote Impacts Education

Oct 4, 2016 | Education

  If you’re a registered voter, it’s important to understand how your vote may impact your child’s educational experience. We’ve outlined five ways your vote has the potential to change the education landscape at your child’s school, in your community and...

Gotta Catch ‘Em All!

Sep 6, 2016 | After School Fun, Family Life, Teen Issues, Trending

What parents and caregivers should know about Pokémon Go By Michelle Talsma Everson It just debuted two months ago but Pokémon Go has become the biggest mobile game in U.S. history, according to a recent infographic released by Touchstone Research. With millions of...

Teens Making a Difference

Sep 6, 2016 | After School Fun, Teen Issues

This past spring, 32 Arizona teens took home the highest award in Girl Scouting: the Gold Award. “One of the most impactful parts of Girl Scouting is earning the Girl Scout Gold Award,” said Tamara Woodbury, CEO of Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council. “This...

Missing School Matters

Sep 6, 2016 | Education

How do you know if your child is missing too much school? It only takes two lost days per month to be considered chronically absent. That’s about 10 percent of the school year in Arizona, and while two days per month doesn’t seem like much, it can have a big impact on...

Tips to Prepare for Preschool

Sep 6, 2016 | Behavioral & Developmental, Education

By Denise Yearian Preschool is a wonderful time of growth in a young child’s life – a time to broaden his horizons, develop social skills and ignite a love for learning. To help your child adjust to the new environment and ease into the routine, consider these tips....