Who do you want to be? .

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Helping children find their voice Helping children find their voice and determine who they are at their core has been a task for all generations.  Over the years we have certainly approached it in many different ways. There have been generations that  focused less on who you wanted to be as an adult and more…

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Taking the Stress out of Holiday Giving

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Holiday Giving and the 5 Love Languages Do you feel like your children or students have a case of the “Christmas gimmies?” Is “no” fast becoming  your most frequently used word during the holiday season? Are you rushed and stressed already about shopping and hosting family events? The holiday season is here and as usual…

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Celebrating Unity in Diversity During the Holiday Season

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The holiday season, with its rich tapestry of traditions and celebrations, presents a beautiful opportunity to introduce children to the wonders of diversity. It’s a time when homes are aglow with different traditions, stories, and rituals. So, how can we help our children not only understand but also appreciate the incredible mosaic of cultures around…

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School Counselors and “Extra Duties”

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Recess Duty Lunch Duty Specials Rotation Classes Testing Coordinator It goes on and on. Everyone in a school must pull together to make it work, so teamwork counts, but what do you do when you feel that all the extra duties are creating a serious problem in meeting the goals of the actual job description…

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4 Ways to Raise a Happy Child

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4 Ways to Raise a Happy Child What does it take to raise a happy child? A trip to the toy store and a pocketful of cash? A loaded bag of candy after a night of trick or treating? Popcorn, a movie and permission to stay up late? While all these things might garner a…

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