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Red Apple Day: Why Apples Are Symbols of Teaching
If you’re a teacher, chances are you’ve gotten your share of apple-themed gifts—and probably more than a few shiny red apples. In honor of National Eat a Red Apple Day, December 1, let’s explore the history of how the red apple became the iconic symbol for teachers...
What to Know About Winter Car Washes
Winter is hard on our cars. Between ice and snow, road salt and dirt, our vehicles often get covered in grime. But the dirty car you see is just the beginning. Salt, sand, dirt, ice, and rotting leaves can lead to rust which eats away at the exposed metal and causes...
The Best Way to Transport Feasts
If you’ve ever traveled to Thanksgiving dinner holding a steaming hot casserole on your lap, you know how tricky it can be to transport food. In fact, bringing a holiday or game day dish in your vehicle – without spilling or ruining it - is somewhat of an art form....
New Employee Spotlight: Zari Session
We have amazing employees at California Casualty. The New Employee Spotlight is a series aiming to highlight the talented individuals that are brand new to our team. Please help us give them a warm welcome! Today we're spotlighting New Field Marketing Manager: Zari...
Teachers – Surviving Before Break
Is it time for break yet? We're counting down the seconds. While some may already be enjoying their time at home with friends and family others are in the classroom right up until Thanksgiving day. Your main goal is to keep students busy and on-task, but even that's...
10 Tips for Virtual Holiday Shopping
As we head into the most wonderful time of the year, cybercriminals are gearing up for their busiest season. While you are carefully crafting your holiday gift list (and checking it twice!) these criminals are perfecting their cyber scams, online fraud schemes, and...
Ways to Cultivate a Love for Reading
Reading can transport children to far-off lands, introduce them to beloved characters, and entertain them for hours. It also can boost their vocabulary, increase their attention span, and set them up for academic success. Yet many children today spend more time on a...
New Employee Spotlight: Juan Vitela
We have amazing employees at California Casualty. The New Employee Spotlight is a series aiming to highlight the talented individuals that are brand new to our team. Please help us give them a warm welcome! Today we're spotlighting VRT Adjuster: Juan Vitela Let's get...
7 Ways to Honor and Thank a Veteran
They say America is the land of the free because of the brave. On Veterans Day, November 11, we have a chance to honor and thank those brave and selfless heroes. They put their lives on the line every single day for us. But that wasn’t their only sacrifice. They gave...
Behavioral Management Tips for Teachers
You spend a lot of time planning meaningful instruction. So, when a rowdy student upends a lesson, it can be frustrating. Classroom management is one of the trickier parts of teaching. It’s something you learn on the job; the average teacher training program devotes...