Jun 1, 2015 | After School Fun, Special Needs
By Lana Whitehead Individuals with autism spectrum disorders experience levels of sensory perception that most of us cannot comprehend. However, children with autism are very capable of participating in athletics. In fact, exercise gives them sensory stimulation...
Jun 1, 2015 | After School Fun, Family Life
By Heather Thornton It only takes one week enjoying unstructured play in nature to reset a biological clock thrown off by the busy school year or lack of rest! “Around the U.S., and even right here in Arizona, people spend far less time in nature than even 25 or 50...
May 28, 2015 | After School Fun
By Kelly Ettenborough As colleges and universities become increasingly competitive, students need more than amazing athletic talent to stand out for recruitment. They also need great grades and the ability to succeed academically in high school and in higher...
May 28, 2015 | After School Fun
By Michelle Talsma Everson Like many boys, 8-year-old Aden Rudolph is fascinated by motorsports. He loves the speed, the thrill of competition, and—of course—the cars. But, unlike most kids, you’ll usually find Aden behind the wheel. The son of Alan Rudolph, vice...
May 27, 2015 | After School Fun
How theater helps with public speaking and other life skills By Nora Heston Tarte Before enrolling in theater, Billy Deihl was a shy kid who lacked a lot of self-confidence. He had very little performance experience but he loved to sing. During middle school that...
