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A Parent’s Guide to Navigating Picky Eating with Confidence

This article highlights a topic many families encounter—picky eating. It underscores the importance of education-focused guidance for parents and encourages confidence in navigating mealtime challenges.

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 A Parent’s Guide to Navigating Picky Eating with Confidence
Massachusetts students again lead nation in AP test results

Massachusetts students once again lead the nation in Advanced Placement exam performance, achieving the highest scores in the country. Governor Maura Healey announced that they also set an all-time record for the percentage of graduates scoring 3 or higher on these rigorous tests.

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 Massachusetts students again lead nation in AP test results
State Launches Resources to Help Identify Youth Gambling Risks

Pennsylvania officials have launched a set of online resources to help educators and families detect potential gambling issues among young people. The initiative also directs users to the appropriate channels for seeking assistance before minor concerns become serious problems.

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 State Launches Resources to Help Identify Youth Gambling Risks
Star Class: Learning with bean bags

A simple “Pass the Bean Bag” exercise is engaging 3-year-olds in a preschool class, demonstrating how curiosity and play go hand in hand. Led by educator Aleisha Lauer, the activity shows that sometimes the best learning tools are the simplest.

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 Star Class: Learning with bean bags
Fastest 5-minute fundraiser in Idaho: Lottery ticket scratch-off frenzy raises cash for local schools

In Idaho, a whirlwind fundraiser has volunteers scratching off 200 lottery tickets in a mere five minutes. Dubbed the “fastest 5-minute fundraiser in Idaho,” this brief effort supports local schools while capturing the excitement—and generosity—of the community.

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 Fastest 5-minute fundraiser in Idaho: Lottery ticket scratch-off frenzy raises cash for local schools
Lots of screentime can stunt kids’ vocabularies and change the words they learn, SMU study finds

As screentime becomes more common in homes, a study from SMU indicates it could limit the range of words children learn and how quickly their vocabularies expand. Researchers point to this trend as one reason parents should watch for signs of delayed speech.

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 Lots of screentime can stunt kids’ vocabularies and change the words they learn, SMU study finds
GWCHF announces new childcare provider at The Collective

The Greater Watertown Community Health Foundation has formed a new partnership with Gingerbread Preschool & Child Care Center to expand high-quality childcare for local families. The newly announced provider will be housed at The Collective, ensuring more comprehensive early education options in the community.

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 GWCHF announces new childcare provider at The Collective
Santa Barbara City College Offering Free Mental Health Counseling to Extended Learning Students

Santa Barbara City College is taking a proactive step to support students’ well-being. Extended Learning students can now access free one-on-one counseling sessions, reflecting the college’s broader commitment to mental health resources.

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 Santa Barbara City College Offering Free Mental Health Counseling to Extended Learning Students
WKU neurodivergence center to make big impact in Romania

A pioneering center in Romania is poised to transform the way autistic adults receive support, drawing on Western Kentucky University’s extensive expertise. This collaborative effort aims to introduce resources previously unavailable in the country.

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 WKU neurodivergence center to make big impact in Romania
Shapiro budgets $141K for free period products in northcentral schools

Pennsylvania has dedicated more than $140,000 to supply free menstrual products to 59 educational institutions in northcentral Pennsylvania. State officials hope this effort will improve student well-being and help address period poverty in the region, ensuring that students have access to essential health necessities.

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 Shapiro budgets $141K for free period products in northcentral schools
Library card holders able to access MedlinePlus from NIH

Library card holders in Adams now have a new gateway to health information. Through an innovative partnership with the National Library of Medicine, they can access MedlinePlus, a trusted NIH resource.

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 Library card holders able to access MedlinePlus from NIH
Frozen! preview, plus climate myths and facts

The New Britain Public Library is kicking off March with a lineup of programs that address everything from health and art to local history and even a musical preview of Frozen! Alongside the entertainment, a meteorologist-led session offers a fresh look at climate myths and facts.

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 Frozen! preview, plus climate myths and facts
RCCC employee receives statewide work-based learning honor

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College recently recognized its work-based learning coordinator, Hanif Miller, for receiving a top honor. The distinction, the 2025 Jon A. Young Member of the Year awarded by the North Carolina Work-Based Learning, underscores the practical education initiatives at RCCC.

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 RCCC employee receives statewide work-based learning honor
Educator, international speaker, author Robert Jackson presents March 5 workshop

Renowned educator and author Robert Jackson will lead a free workshop on March 5 in Lawton. Designed to bring schools and families together, the event begins at 5:30 p.m. and aims to unite administrators, educators, parents, and students.

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 Educator, international speaker, author Robert Jackson presents March 5 workshop
More Than Just Classes: The SBCC Program Helping Older Adults Build Community and Stay Sharp

Santa Barbara City College’s School of Extended Learning provides free classes for adults aged 55 and older. From wellness to technology, these programs build community, foster well-being, and help seniors stay sharp.

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 More Than Just Classes: The SBCC Program Helping Older Adults Build Community and Stay Sharp
Health, wellness contribute to farm safety

As Ag Safety Awareness Program (ASAP) Week (March 2–6) approaches, the University of Missouri Extension reminds farmers that good health practices are crucial for preventing accidents. Karen Funkenbusch teams up with the American Farm community to share why wellness matters on the farm.

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 Health, wellness contribute to farm safety
CVCC is center of attention as work group weighs facilities options

The Central Vermont Career Center (CVCC) in Barre is at a pivotal moment as a work group weighs fresh facility options. With short- and long-term plans increasingly intertwined, stakeholders across multiple communities are searching for solutions that can support students now and in the future.

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 CVCC is center of attention as work group weighs facilities options
GCHS FFA

At Greensburg Community High School, the local FFA chapter is fueling one student’s passion for agriculture. According to member Madelyn Bedel, the organization has given her both a stronger sense of self-confidence and a broader view of future possibilities.

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 GCHS FFA
Clemson University announces Jurist in Residence program, names Judge Gary Clary as inaugural appointee

Clemson University has announced its first Jurist-in-Residence program, naming Judge Gary Clary as the inaugural appointee. This new initiative aims to offer students and faculty deeper engagement with the legal profession.

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Abby: Expectant mom wants to ensure her newborn will be safe

An expectant mother is preparing for her baby’s arrival by insisting that anyone visiting in the first three months be fully vaccinated. Following her doctor’s recommendation, she hopes to protect her newborn by limiting exposure to serious illnesses.

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 Abby: Expectant mom wants to ensure her newborn will be safe
Asking Eric: Introduction of a child changes dynamic for longtime housemates

A domestic violence incident has propelled a four-year-old child and her struggling parents into the shared home of two housemates. As a recently retired gentleman and his 40-year-old tenant navigate these new realities, they find themselves facing complex questions about caregiving and household harmony.

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 Asking Eric: Introduction of a child changes dynamic for longtime housemates
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