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Pet Behavior Solutions: What the heck are Zoomies?

Pet Behavior Solutions: What the heck are Zoomies?

There seems to be a witching hour or two per day where some dogs are suddenly possessed. They look as if they are being chased by ghost predators and are running for their lives.
Addressing student attendance: A partnership between schools, parents

Addressing student attendance: A partnership between schools, parents

As schools strive to reverse the absence trend, it's crucial for schools and parents to work together closely. Open communication ensures that individual family circumstances can be accommodated to keep students engaged in learning. By working together, schools and parents can prevent missed learning opportunities from impacting student achievement negatively.
Home ought to be a haven, so leave stress at the door

Home ought to be a haven, so leave stress at the door

Coming home needs to evoke a sense of relief and provide an environment conducive for healing. It ought to be the place we are eager to return to at the end of a stressful day. There is no place other than our home where we can control our surroundings and cultivate feelings of safety and tranquility.
Embrace the bean: April is National Soy Foods Month

Embrace the bean: April is National Soy Foods Month

One of the key benefits of soy is its high protein content. Soybeans are a complete protein source, meaning they provide all the essential amino acids your body needs. This makes soy an excellent protein option for vegetarians and vegans, as well as anyone looking to reduce their intake of animal protein.
Mom, Interrupted: Is it a column or is it cake?

Mom, Interrupted: Is it a column or is it cake?

Don’t ask twice, Netflix, give me a fork and I’ll tell you!
Hospice nurse plays instrumental role in patient’s joy

Hospice nurse plays instrumental role in patient’s joy

Stuart Brown is one of those people. But as illness began to limit his mobility, the 81-year-old relinquished the thought of ever attending a live concert again. That’s when his Hospice of the Valley nurse secretly reached out to the Phoenix Symphony with a request to hold a small private concert in his Scottsdale home.
Addressing the changing landscape of special education amid national teacher shortage

Addressing the changing landscape of special education amid national teacher shortage

The student population is evolving and it’s important for the education system to keep pace with their shifting needs. This starts with a willingness to embrace adaptability and explore unconventional approaches. As educators and parents, it’s our responsibility to ensure that our children receive the highest quality education possible while equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary for a fulfilling future.
April is Stress Awareness Month: Understanding stress, healthy coping strategies

April is Stress Awareness Month: Understanding stress, healthy coping strategies

Stress is a part of daily life to varying degrees and learning how best to manage it can help build resilience and reduce its impact on both your mental and physical health – not just during Stress Awareness Month but year-round.
Benefits of teaching children financial education

Benefits of teaching children financial education

Building financial foundations for our children helps ensure their future success. by teaching them the value of saving, budgeting and understanding the difference of wants and needs, we set them on a path towards a brighter financial future.
Tips to help safely view the upcoming solar eclipse

Tips to help safely view the upcoming solar eclipse

While the solar eclipse is a fun and educational opportunity for everyone, there are precautions you should take to help maintain your eye health while safely viewing this spectacle.