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Applications flowing in for Mitchell School District Summer Scholars program

A surge of applications for the Mitchell School District’s Summer Scholars program indicates strong enthusiasm for combating the “summer slide.” Designed to enrich students’ educational experience, the program offers a much-needed academic boost during vacation months.

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Taking the kids: And celebrating women during Women’s History Month

Abigail Adams once famously said, “Remember the ladies.” This article reflects on that call by exploring how families can celebrate Women’s History Month together, with stops in cities like Washington, Philadelphia, and New York—each offering opportunities to learn about visionary women.

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 Taking the kids: And celebrating women during Women’s History Month
Proposed Ohio bill would double recess time, expand recess to middle school

A newly proposed bill in the Ohio House would introduce two 30-minute recess sessions for students in kindergarten through eighth grade, essentially doubling current playtime. The measure also expands gym credit options for high school students, potentially offering alternative paths to fulfilling physical education requirements.

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 Proposed Ohio bill would double recess time, expand recess to middle school
The Kid Whisperer: Parents: What do you think you’re doing?

This article explores a parenting specialist’s approach to guiding adults nationwide in raising children. It also reveals how real-life observations in a “Variable Stressor Family Interaction Lab” inform better practices.

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Grenadier Hub Academic Advising Helps Students Take Control of College Career

Grenadier Hub Academic Advising offers college students a clear route to charting their academic careers. By putting resources in place and encouraging informed decision-making, this initiative helps learners take control of their future.

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 Grenadier Hub Academic Advising Helps Students Take Control of College Career
Ex-etiquette: It’s not enough

A father who once saw his daughter more frequently finds his new swing shift schedule leaves him with limited time. Now confined to every other weekend visits, he wonders how to cope with the constraints and keep his bond strong.

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When Gaming Starts to Resemble Gambling: What Parents Should Know

At first glance, it may look like just another video game. Yet, behind the colorful wheels and “loot boxes,” many titles incorporate chance-based mechanics that can mirror gambling—leaving parents wondering what’s really at stake.

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 When Gaming Starts to Resemble Gambling: What Parents Should Know
First Ever Genevieve’s Playhouse Preschool Toys Now Available at Major Retailers

Genevieve’s Playhouse has introduced its first line of preschool toys, making them available at major retailers as of March 16, 2026. This launch aims to provide an engaging educational play experience tailored for young children.

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 First Ever Genevieve’s Playhouse Preschool Toys Now Available at Major Retailers
Study finds more screen time linked to smaller vocabularies in young kids

Parents and child-safety advocates have long been wary of too much technology in young children’s lives. Now, new research from Southern Methodist University suggests that spending more time in front of screens may be linked to smaller vocabularies in early childhood. These findings bring renewed attention to how digital exposure shapes language development.

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 Study finds more screen time linked to smaller vocabularies in young kids
Master gardeners launch ‘Lunch and Learn’ series

The Butler County Master Gardeners are launching a series of free Lunch and Learn events in Greenville. Offering hour-long talks on mushrooms, herbs, pollinators, and more through 2026, the sessions aim to nurture local enthusiasm and knowledge about all things green.

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 Master gardeners launch ‘Lunch and Learn’ series
These New Orleans kids built a model of the city’s pumps. Then they watched it fail.

At Livingston Collegiate Academy in New Orleans East, a small class of ninth graders built a miniature pumping system to keep their city from flooding—at least in theory. Their classroom exercise underscored the real complexities of water management when the model failed.

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 These New Orleans kids built a model of the city’s pumps. Then they watched it fail.
Panhandle FFA students qualify for state contest

Panhandle FFA students have worked all year to earn spots in state contests to be held March 25-27 in Lincoln. Their dedication underscores the importance of agricultural education, while others will join them as delegates or compete in categories without prior qualification requirements.

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 Panhandle FFA students qualify for state contest
Apple River State Bank donates $12,500 to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Apple River State Bank and First Community Bank of Galena have pledged $12,500 to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for the 10th consecutive year, demonstrating ongoing support for children’s literacy. Their renewed contribution underscores a commitment to giving local families the resources they need to nurture a love of reading from a young age.

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 Apple River State Bank donates $12,500 to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
I Did Some Good “Parenting” While Babysitting My Nephew. My Sister Is Furious.

When a routine babysitting job turns into a heated debate over child-rearing, boundaries, and respect, families can be left reeling. This piece explores how one aunt stands by her disciplinary choice, despite her sister’s anger and claims of overstepping.

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 I Did Some Good “Parenting” While Babysitting My Nephew. My Sister Is Furious.
Diplomatic program ‘Conexiones’ promotes bilingualism among North Carolina students

Around 510 public school students came together at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) on March 5 to celebrate “Conexiones” (or “Connections for Diplomatic Action”). Now in its fourth year, this program continues to champion bilingualism and multicultural engagement among young learners.

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 Diplomatic program ‘Conexiones’ promotes bilingualism among North Carolina students
Communities for Youth is working to help solve Nampa teens’ mental health woes

A recent survey of nearly 3,000 Nampa School District students highlights loneliness as the most significant factor in declining adolescent mental health. Communities for Youth aims to help these tweens and teens find the support they need to navigate this pressing issue.

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 Communities for Youth is working to help solve Nampa teens’ mental health woes
Dallas Elementary School Preschool Screening and Kindergarten Round-Up April 30

Dallas Elementary School invites families to its Preschool Screening and Kindergarten Round-Up on April 30. The daylong event, open from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., provides a chance to introduce children to the school environment and begin their educational journey.

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 Dallas Elementary School Preschool Screening and Kindergarten Round-Up April 30
Belton ISD expands STEM learning initiative across elementary school campuses through Meta grant

A nearly $45,000 Meta grant will enable Belton Independent School District to expand STEM resources across its elementary campuses. School officials announced Monday that students will benefit from enhanced science, technology, engineering, and math programming throughout the district.

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 Belton ISD expands STEM learning initiative across elementary school campuses through Meta grant
Northwood Tech named Leader College by Achieving the Dream

Northwood Technical College has been designated a 2026 Leader College by Achieving the Dream, a national organization focused on advancing community colleges. This recognition highlights Northwood Tech’s commitment to accessible learning, credentialing, and economic mobility.

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Students from JA Ecuador Win 2026 De La Vega Global Entrepreneurship Award

Students from JA Ecuador, competing as Sacky JA, have earned the 2026 De La Vega Global Entrepreneurship Award, marking them as the top innovators in Junior Achievement’s prestigious Company Program. Founded by Ralph de la Vega, the award recognizes the best youth-run enterprises from six global JA regions.

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Connecting with Careers in Horticulture

Horticulture stands at the intersection of environmental stewardship and career opportunity. Though specific details are behind a paywall, this overview demonstrates horticulture’s growing importance and how it can shape professionals’ futures.

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 Connecting with Careers in Horticulture
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