How to Teach Kids About Random Acts of Kindness Day
“Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” —Mark Twain Have you ever had the vehicle in front of you at the tollbooth pay your fare or made...
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How to Choose a Summer Camp
Summer is a great time to supplement your child’s academics with fun yet educational activities. But with all the camp offerings out there, how do you choose a great camp that will not only...
Mentors Matter: How Guidance Helps Kids Succeed
January is National Mentoring Month, which makes it the perfect time to appreciate the individuals who have inspired you and to consider becoming a mentor yourself. Why become a mentor? Ulises was six-years-old when...
Mean Girl Bullying: No Laughing Matter
Thanks to the 2004 movie starring Lindsay Lohan, the phrase “mean girls” has become a common term for popular girls who ruthlessly rule their schools. The movie offers a humorous yet critical look at...
3 Ways to Move from Bullying Bystander to Upstander
Bullying—both physical and indirect, the latter through social media—is an ongoing issue that affects students every day. In fact, national surveys show that 28 percent of U.S. students in grades 6–12 experienced bullying and...
What to Do if You Suspect Cyberbullying
Most of us are familiar with the stereotypical schoolyard bully, but bullies don’t limit themselves just to school playgrounds. With the growth in online communications, cyberbullies can now use email, text messaging, chat rooms,...
