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Article Archive
National Autism Awareness Month
April 2010
The Challenge of Preparing for the Future
With the arrival of National Autism Awareness Month, we have the
opportunity to reflect on the growing need to understand and face a
challenge that is affecting many families. The Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention’s (CDC) most recent data shows that 1 in 110
children have an autism spectrum disorder.
New Program
Stresses Health & Achievement
April
2010
An exciting new program called KiDSMARATHON was recently
introduced by the Connecticut Association of Schools (CAS), which
tackles this real-world issue in a fun way that kids and their
families can embrace.
Steps to Success: The
Kumon Method
In 1954, Toru Kumon, a high school math
teacher in Japan, began developing materials to help his
second-grade son, who was struggling in math. As an educator, Kumon
realized that a strong foundation in the basics was necessary for
success in higher-level math.
Red Cross Celebrates True Heroes
March 2009
You don’t have to leap tall buildings in a single bound, have
x-ray vision or fly like a bird to be a super hero. Heroes come in
all shapes and sizes. You can never be too young or too old but one
thing they all have in common is that they all are super. The
American Red Cross of South Central CT will honor their picks for
the ninth annual Heroes of South Central CT Awards with a breakfast
on Wednesday, March 25 at 7:30 a.m. at the Omni New Haven Hotel.
The
Changing World of Adoption
Almost 30 years ago, adopting internationally was just
starting to become a recognized option. Initially, the challenge was
finding prospective parents for needy children from other countries.
Overseas adoption was not a common choice or widely understood among
those interested in bringing a child into their lives. Over time,
enormous changes have taken place.
Spend Sunny Days at Sesame Place
Sweep the clouds away this summer when the family travels to
Sesame Place in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. The nation’s only theme
park based entirely on the award-winning television show Sesame
Street, Sesame Place is where the young and young at heart share
in the spirit of imagination and experience Sesame Street
through rides, slides, shows and more.
Spotlight on KinderCare Learning Centers: A Strong Start for Every Child
Children begin learning from birth. In fact, research has shown that
babies begin to recognize words at seven or eight months of age.
With so much capacity for learning, it is critical for parents to
provide their children early on with a strong foundation to help
them master the skills that will help them succeed both in school
and in life.
Car Safety for Children
Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc.
collaborates with Hartford Fire Fighters and Connecticut
Safe Kids to promote car safety for children.
Going Back to School With Your Family in Mind
January 2008
Whether it’s the idea of pursuing a degree, enhancing
one’s career or just taking a class for an enriching experience, the
idea of returning to the classroom is an exciting one for many
adults. More than ever, area colleges and universities are providing
options to meet the demands of working parents and those with hectic
schedules who need the flexibility of evening and/or weekend
courses, or accelerated programs.
Soak Up Some Fun on St. Pete Beach
January 2008
There are several good reasons snowbirds fly south for the winter
— and one of those reasons is the TradeWinds Island Resorts on St.
Pete Beach, Florida. A half-hour drive from Tampa International
Airport, TradeWinds — comprised of the family-friendly, 20-acre
Island Grand Resort and the more intimate Sandpiper Hotel & Suites —
is the perfect destination for a memorable getaway that’s sure to
dispel the winter blues.
Investing in Your Child’s Future
November 2007
Independent education has deep roots in Connecticut, and
its history ties in with the state’s earliest days. For example, one
school in New Haven, Hopkins, has been in continuous operation since
1660.Each independent school is a special place that offers
families, above all, choice.
Beachfront Fun For All in Cancun
October 2007
Cancun, Mexico is quite often viewed as the place to go for
spring break. In spite of this stereotype, the Marriott Hotel chain
has carved itself out a stretch of the crowded Cancun beach, and put
two very distinct hotels there.
Big Brothers Big Sisters: Leading by Example
March 2007
When 10-year-old Patrick was first matched with Big Brother
Steve, an orthopedic surgeon at Hartford Hospital, he was skeptical
as to how long the relationship would last. "I wasn’t sure it would
work," Patrick remembers. "I had been let down a lot."
Playing it Safe
with Home Play Structures
March 2007
As a child, I found few things more exciting than taking a trip to
one of Bridgeport’s several playgrounds. Swinging, sliding, climbing
and spinning brought countless hours of entertainment and exercise
... Many parents decide to bring the fun home from the playground
and install play structures in their yards. By doing so, they
provide limitless benefits for their child’s development.
Premature Birth: A Growing Epidemic
January 2007
In an average week in Connecticut, 81 babies are born
prematurely. Though to some the number may seem insignificant, the
reality is not.
Sleepless Nights and the Effect on Classroom
Performance October
2006
As a former middle school teacher, I can recall countless
instances in which students would begin to nod off during class.
Their eyes would start to glaze over, their heads would begin to
nod, and in many cases they would soon be sound asleep at their
desks.
A Nautical Family Vacation
August 2006
With high gas prices this summer, many families are searching for
a kid-friendly vacation destination that is close to home. Families will not have to travel far to have a nautical weekend
getaway in Mystic, Connecticut.
Summer Fun at
Sesame Place
July 2006
The magic of the age-old children’s television show comes to
life in Sesame Place, a theme park devoted to bringing the show
and its values to children through play.
A Trip Into
New England’s Past
June 2006
As summer approaches, some parents may be dreading
the phrase “there’s nothing to do,” which can become almost a
slogan for many households.
Playing It
Safe: Play Structures and Playgrounds
May
2006
As a child, one of my favorite pastimes was spending
my summers outdoors. I loved being able to swing and slide on my
friend’s playground.
New Haven
Family Hits All the Right Notes
May 2006
While most of us struggle to carry a tune, and are
left resorting to hammering away on our child’s xylophone, it’s
easy to marvel at true musical talent.
A Winter Skiing Weekend Getaway!
December 2005
Living in New England gives families the perfect
opportunity to take a weekend ski getaway at one of the many ski
resorts in the area.
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