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Hero of the Month: July 2016

Name: Chris H. Occupation: Educator Years of Service: 30 State: AZ What made you want to be a teacher? “I’ve always wanted to be a teacher. Being a teacher runs in my family as both of my grandmothers were elementary school teachers. My mom also taught for 35 years.”...

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You Were Distracted – Really?!

Really…you were driving 50 in a 65 speed zone, weaving into my and other drivers’ lanes while oblivious to the dangerous conditions you were causing. Then you looked up from your texting to glare at me as I passed and noticed what was causing your erratic driving....

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5 Secrets About Tattoos in Law Enforcement

5 Secrets About Tattoos in Law Enforcement Are you thinking about joining law enforcement? Are you thinking about getting a tattoo? You need to consider the implications of a tattoo if you are contemplating a career in law enforcement. While some departments are...

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Safety Tips for When Thunder Roars

The flash of light and the crack of thunder can be scary and impressive, but it can also be deadly. Do you know what to do if a storm approaches? Many of us still don’t know the danger posed by thunderstorms. The National Weather Service reports an average of 49...

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What the Color of Your Car Says About You?

There are a lot of decisions that come into play when deciding which vehicle best suits you.  Some say that your car reflects your personality, especially the color.  Car color expresses to the world what we want others to think of us. Gender and age can influence...

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13 Free Resources for Educators

Free, Quality Educational Websites Looking for quality, free, educational websites? Here are several FREE websites some educators enjoy using.  Get your browser’s bookmarking tool ready! Brain Breaks GoNoOdle www.gonoodle.com A variety of short, no-prep, desk-side...

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7 Secrets to Avoid a Summer Break Down

Summer is here and the adventure of the road is calling. If you are thinking of a road trip, Wallet Hub has their annual recommendations for the best states to visit. After factoring in the cost of fuel, lodging and tolls, road conditions and the number of fun and...

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