By Blake Palmer Within weeks, the end of school will be here and yet another academic year will have gone by for our students. For some, it was their first… read more →
By Jessica Fehrenbacher As children progress into the pre-teen and teen years, the presence of gossip becomes more prevalent. Sadly, many adults also struggle with falling prey to gossip. Why… read more →
When Castle High School students Audrey Watson and Sophie Fanok started Pads for Progress, they weren’t thinking about winning awards or padding their college resume. They simply wanted to help… read more →
Adolescents often compare themselves with others in the areas of intelligence, athleticism, social status, possessions and income. At its core, it all comes down to competing with one another. When… read more →
By Kerry Martin As a mother of three children (ages 11, 12 and 13), I now understand that babies and toddlers aren’t necessarily the most difficult to parent. With all… read more →
By Jessica Fehrenbacher Our current world allows us many opportunities to showcase ourselves and our accomplishments. Social media has made it possible to share aspects of our lives that just… read more →
By Jessica Fehrenbacher We live in a world where we are constantly planning the next part of our lives. Where are we going on our next vacation? When is my… read more →
Goal-setting in the new year can be a great growth tool for kids of all ages. If your family is interested in setting resolutions together, keep in mind that pre-planning… read more →
Although we are often advised not to as children, I actually don’t mind talking to strangers. Every day we are given opportunities to interact with people we don’t know well… read more →
Friendships are an important part of a young person’s life. As children develop into teenagers, they often turn to their peers more. As adults, we often look back at those… read more →