Active-Shooter Drills At School
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Mommy, all of my friends at school don’t fit in the closet in our classroom.” Kate said this as such an offhand comment that I almost missed it. When I asked why everyone was trying to fit into the closet, the answer occurred to me even as she was ex... Read full article
Congratulations, Class of 2020!
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Baton Rouge University Preparatory (UP) Elementary wants to wish all of the graduates a congratulations this year!... Read full article
Mumps Outbreak Awareness
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The Louisiana Department of Health recently confirmed cases of the mumps at Louisiana State University. The mumps is a contagious disease usually characterized by swollen and tender salivary glands near the ears and under the jaw or flu-like symptoms... Read full article
Dental Drama: How to Handle Chips, Knockouts, Discoloration and Other Tooth Troubles
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Keeping kids’ smiles healthy takes more than regular dental checkups (which should begin around 18 months) and brushing twice daily. In addition to the normal loss of baby teeth and a cavity or two, many children will experience some type of tooth-re... Read full article
A Life Worth Following
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I cannot hope my children will be unconditionally loving parents without loving them unconditionally. I cannot hope my children will be authentic in their relationships while pretending in my own.... Read full article
Letting Recess Slide: A Decline in Free Time
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How the decline in recess may be affecting your child.... Read full article
Pediatric Day Health Centers are Lifesavers
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Pediatric Day Health Centers are Lifesavers for families of medically fragile children. The Center cares for children with breathing tubes, feeding tubes, ventilator dependent, complications of prematurity, seizure disorders, and tracheostomy patient... Read full article
Stylish Clothing That All Kiddos Can Enjoy—Even Those with Disabilities
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This is a big deal for children, their parents, and the fashion industry in general.... Read full article
Is Your Child Great at Studying?
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The human brain takes in massive amounts of information every single day. Now, think about all of the possible distractions, and it is no wonder that telling our kids to go to their room and study does not work.... Read full article
The Nutcracker—A Tale from the Bayou: An Enchanted Evening in Baton Rouge
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The community waits all year for this beautiful show that honors Louisiana in its own way. The unique appeal of the show is that it is for everyone. You don’t have to be a classical ballet expert to enjoy yourself. ... Read full article