Dear Teacher
"Dear Teacher" is a monthly education column written by experienced educators and parents. Establishing a School Routine Question: We start each new school year with the best intentions of getting our kids out the door without too much hassle and handling after-school activities
Prevent and Identify Sexual Abuse
In recent weeks, Clark County has seen an unusual number of high profile sexual assault allegations—whether in the form of a male teacher accused of recording a female student from underneath a classroom table, a female teacher charged with raping a student, or
Infant Swimming: Teaching Infants and Toddlers to Save Themselves from Drowning
Children are naturally fascinated by water. We see it in the toddler who refuses to get out of the bathtub until the last drop has drained. Or in the boy who begs to throw rocks into the river for an
The Secret Weapon for Men’s Health
Research has consistently shown that every area of a child's life is impacted positively when they have an active and involved father who is consistently present in their life. More recently, studies are also showing men's health benefits from having
Letting Dad Be Dad
It's our second time attending a gathering at the home of a family in our new church. Adults stand in clusters in the kitchen chatting and eating. Occasionally a few kids charge past. I'm in the middle of a conversation
A Safe Summer is a Memorable Summer
All around Vancouver, April’s showers seem to have brought May’s flowers. The blossoming cherry trees are majestic this time of year and always remind me of why I chose to raise my family in Southwest Washington. Despite the seemingly endless
Young Athletes: Cheer Them on to Safety
Every kid is a winner when it comes to playing sports. Game time can boost a youngster's social skills and provide plenty of healthful exercise that is also a lot of fun. But every sport poses at least some risks. As
Preparing Happy Campers
Summer Camp is a time-honored tradition, rich with activities, newfound friendships and a lifetime of memories. Here is how to make your child’s camp experience smooth sailing from start to finish. S’more Than Just Fun According to the RAND Corporation, a non-profit
Oversharing Online: Think Before You Post
Over ten years ago when Mark Zuckerberg launched "thefacebook," the social networking service was available only to students at Harvard University. Eventually Zuckerberg added support for other students at both universities and high schools throughout the United States. I still remember first
Birthright Provides Resources and Healing Support to Women Caught Off Guard by Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a life changing event. It speaks to the wonder of life, symbolizes the beauty of womanhood, and awakens bonds of love previously unknown. But what happens when pregnancy catches a woman by surprise, or when she or her partner