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Make mental health a priority in 2025: 5 ways to stay focused beyond resolutions

(BPT) - As we settle into the new year, many of us are reflecting on our goals we made in January when declaring our New Year's resolutions.For many, mental health was likely a key focus, continuing …

What information can you learn about your pregnancy — and when?

(BPT) - If you are pregnant, or are considering becoming pregnant, you may want to know everything you can about your baby. Often, this process will include prenatal screening.To help in the learning …

4 realistic resolutions for working parents to consider in 2025

(BPT) - The 2024 U.S. Surgeon General's Advisory shed light on the immense amount of stress parents are under. Part of this is due to the pressure that comes with raising children, working and …

Gen Z seeks safety above all else as the generation grows up amid constant crisis and existential threat

Asked to rate the importance of 14 personal goals, Gen Z reported

Recent generations may have taken safety for granted, but today’s youth are growing up in an era of compounded crises – and being safe is their priority.

How young is too young to have a smartphone? 5 of the biggest parenting questions about smartphones, answered.

Spokeo reviewed academic research and survey data to answer important questions facing parents considering when to give their children a smartphone.

School choice: A lifeline for Latino families in America

School choice: A lifeline for Latino families in America

(NewsUSA) - Fifteen years ago, I made a life-changing decision: leaving my home country of El Salvador for America. Like so many immigrants, my goal was to provide more opportunities for my family. …

Finding Strength in Words: María's Rare Kidney Disease Story

(BPT) - As a professional communicator, words have always come easily to María. That is until the diagnoses of two different rare kidney diseases that left María speechless.Many people …

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The Learning Experience Opens Early Childhood Academy in Bristow

Megan Barefoot, Director of The Learning Experience in Bristow, is a welcoming face at the school along with TLE

When The Learning Experience: Academy of Early Education offered Megan Barefoot the position of site director at their new Bristow center, she jumped at the opportunity. Barefoot is an early …

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Patriot Culinary Students Win 5 Top-Tier Awards in Epcot Cooking Competition

Patriot Culinary students are excited to have won five awards at the Epcot

They say too many cooks can spoil the soup; however, in the case of Patriot High School’s Culinary Program, 31 students from three local high schools: Patriot, Brentsville and Battlefield, …

Curious Kids

Why don’t rocks burn?

The Jharia coal field in India has been on fire underground since 1916.
Some rocks will burn, and others will melt, depending on how they were formed and what minerals they contain.
The internet is used for a lot more than just surfing the web.

What exactly is the internet? A computer scientist explains what it is and how it came to be

Almost everybody uses the internet just about every day. But do you really know what the internet is?

Why is the sky blue?

The answer has to do with molecules.
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USC study finds connection between pollution and decreased memory in kids

The LA Post shares insights from a recent USC study that revealed that exposure to air pollution can harm children's learning and memory.

Marine Toys for Tots Embraces the New Year with New Resolve

Marine Toys for Tots Embraces the New Year with New Resolve
(NewsUSA) - Thanks to the unwavering generosity of the American public, National Corporate Partners, businesses and organizations, 874 Chapter Coordinators, and tens of thousands of dedicated …

(Family Features) Creative expression not only helps children convey their thoughts and feelings, but it also helps build the self-esteem and resilience needed to navigate life's complexities.
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Families in poverty face tough choices: Essential clothing often out of reach amid rising costs of living
(BPT) - Families in poverty often spend over 80% of their income on food, housing, childcare and healthcare, leaving little room for essentials like winter clothing. Unfortunately, many children miss …
The Week that helps parents find the right school fit for their kids
(NewsUSA) - Fifteen years ago, when National School Choice Week began, the world of education looked very different. In some places, school choice options were slim, and many families wished there …
Why does a rocket have to go 25,000 mph to escape Earth?
A rocket needs to overcome the force of gravity to leave Earth behind.
Woman climbs Kilimanjaro after life-changing blood cancer diagnosis
(BPT) - Sponsored by GSKThis is Allison's personal multiple myeloma story, and others may be different. Allison is a paid spokesperson for GSK.Allison's StoryWhen the back pain, exhaustion and string …
Better sleep for kids starts with better sleep for parents – especially after holiday disruptions to routines
Sound sleep, for long enough every night, with consistent bed and wake-up times are critical for kids’ health. A child development expert suggests some overarching tips to help get you there.
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