Exploring the True History of Labor Day

Once the school year is in full swing, many of us look forward to enjoying the three-day weekend in early September known as Labor Day. However, many, including myself, do […]
Bibles in Schools – Sharing Faith Across the Country

A simple, heartfelt conversation with one of her second-grade students sent teacher Hannah Sailsbury in a life-changing, purposeful direction, founding the non-profit group Bibles in Schools in 2019. Even before […]
It’s A Grand Life – Celebrating Grandparents

Here we are in September. For most of us, schools are in session and fall is upon us, though, I feel fall starts the first of the month. It’s probably […]
Mixxer Community Space; Transforming Metal and Minds: Arts on Fire Month and Iron Pour

Since humans first learned to harness the power of fire thousands of years ago, it has been a wellspring of imagination, creation and innovation. From the earliest days, fire enabled […]
Gear Up for a Great School Year: Donate to Educator Warehouse This August

Excited about sending your child back to school this fall, but not too thrilled about the price of school supplies? Every year, both parents and teachers share mixed feelings about […]
The Importance of Advocating for Your Student

They say it takes a village to raise children and help them grow into productive human beings. And, for a child’s education, that is exactly true. In order for students […]
Child Safety Series: National Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month

Each month, this series will provide important facts and tips surrounding child safety in an effort to support parents and caregivers as they navigate reducing risks and creating the safest […]
It’s A Grand Life – Where Did the Summer Go?

I am a fall, spring season type with a little winter and summer thrown in for the change. As a child and young mother, I looked forward to summer. I […]
Breaking the Cycle: Navigating Mental Health and Parenting

by EMI SANO It’s no secret that this generation of parents is determined to break generational cycles and become better versions of themselves for their children. I was initially surprised […]
Tips for Parents Sending Teens Off to College – Be Sure to Do These Four Things to Help Yourself Prepare for this Big Change as a Parent!

All these years later, I still vividly remember heading off to Coker College (now Coker University) in Hartsville, SC. I felt a mix of so many emotions from excited to […]