Sep 20, 2019 | Behavioral & Developmental, Education, Family Life, Health & Fitness, Teen Issues
By Expect More Arizona Showing up for school has a huge impact on a student’s academic success starting in kindergarten and continuing through high school. Even as children grow older and more independent, families play a key role in making sure students get to school...
Aug 26, 2019 | Back Talk, Family Life
By CeCe Vance Wilson As far back as I can remember, I would hear about parents leaving their children with their grandparents in pursuit of a job in another city or state, and the parent would send money home to help support the whole family as they remained part of...
Aug 26, 2019 | Family Life, Pregnancy/Baby
Choosing high quality childcare for your family is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Research indicates that children who have spent time in a high quality early learning program have better math, language, and social skills as they enter school,...
Jul 29, 2019 | Back Talk, Family Life, Health & Fitness, Trending
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. In my family, mornings used to be really stressful, with everyone running around like chickens with their heads off as we rushed to get ready and out the door. Things have changed. Through trial and error, and conversations with other parents,...
Jul 29, 2019 | Behavioral & Developmental, Family Life
By Kimberly Blaker Twelve-year-old Mallory Grossman of Rockaway Township, New Jersey, was a quiet girl, but popular among her close circle of friends. She was a good student and an athlete. She was also the victim of malicious bullying by a group of girls who...
Jul 29, 2019 | After School Fun, Family Life, Sports
By Denise Yearian Children who participate in sports programs have the opportunity to maximize their potential physically, mentally, emotionally and socially. But it doesn’t just happen. Although good coaching and league administration are important, nothing can...
