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Managing Your Child’s Screen Time

It’s no secret that kids of all ages love electronic devices - video games, tablets, computers, smartphones, etc. And we do, too!  But all of the technology that surrounds us can become addictive. So, how do you help your child manage screen time and develop good...

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5 Free Summer PD Resources for Teachers

Teachers do not have summers off. Professional development (PD) is one of the many tasks that’s expected of educators in the summer. But if your district doesn’t provide or pay for PD resources, the costs can quickly add up. If you’re looking for ways you can easily...

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Summer Fire Prevention

Planning to fire up the grill or gather around the fire pit this summer? While these fun activities are great ways to spend the season with your family and friends, they also come with a risk of fire-related injuries. If you’re hosting an outdoor gathering or handling...

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Getting Rid of Humidity in Your Home

Summer is here and (unfortunately for most) so is the heat and humidity. But humidity in your home isn’t just uncomfortable. Did you know it can also do some serious damage to your house and your health? Humidity describes the amount of moisture in the air. When the...

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Debunking the Myth ‘Teachers Have Summers Off’

“It must be nice to have the whole summer off.” At least that’s what many people say to (and assume about) teachers. However, if you’re like the majority of educators, you can’t even remember a summer when you didn’t work or teach summer school, complete professional...

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Starting with S.T.E.A.M.

Written by Casey Keyser, MSEA Third Grade Teacher You flip on your classroom lights, carry your 5 bags and 4 drinks in, drop everything down at your desk, turn on your computer, write your objectives, make copies and then it’s time to welcome in your students, and...

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Nurses: Working During the Holidays

Long shifts, overnights, and demanding workloads are all a part of being a nurse.  But no matter if you’re a 10-year veteran or just starting out, it’s never easy to miss the holidays because you have a shift. Whether it’s a Thanksgiving or Christmas with the family,...

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