Have Fun This Winter Without Breaking the Bank
The wind is blowing, the trees are bare, and there’s a chill in the air. It’s wintertime in Indianapolis! Many people tend to use the colder weather as an excuse to curl up under a blanket on the couch and watch TV. And while this is a great way to feel cozy on occasion, it […]
An Overview of Dyslexia, ADHD, and Autism
Dyslexia. ADHD. Autism. What do they have in common? They’re all forms of neurodiversity, which according to Harvard Medical School, means that “people experience the world in different ways. And there’s not just one right way to think, learn, and behave.” Neurodiversity is a lot more common than you might think, and as you’re raising […]
How Classroom Attendance Leads to a Brighter Future
Welcome back! It’s September, and that means your kids are officially back in school. But are they back in school consistently? The Department of Education states that 1 out of every 6 kids is chronically absent. So, in honor of Attendance Awareness Month, let’s take a moment to focus on the importance of classroom attendance. […]
Supporting Black Business Month in Indianapolis
For years, people have been encouraging you to support your local businesses. But have you also been supporting Black-owned businesses? If this hasn’t been a priority in the past, now is a great time to change that—because August is National Black Business Month! Why It’s Important to Support Black Businesses Black-owned businesses are a vital […]
How to Use Summer Break to Help Kids Make Academic Gains
When you’re a kid, nothing’s more exciting than summer break. You get to play outside, have a blast with no responsibilities, and make memories that last a lifetime. But it’s also important to keep on learning. As the American Educational Research Journal explains, students can lose up to 34% of the prior year’s academic gains […]
Juneteenth 101
The Black Lives Matter Movement. Holding corporate America accountable for diversity in the workplace. Calling for more positive representation in film and TV. Equality has become a part of the national conversation in a big way in the last couple of years. And so has the progress that comes with it. But there’s one special […]
How to Buckle Down During the Home Stretch of the School Year
You’ve seen all the signs: the inability to focus. The restlessness. The daydreaming. We’re talking, of course, about “summer-itis.” Summer is just around the corner and so is the break from school that comes with it. And when you’re a kid, that’s an absolutely huge distraction. But remember, these last few weeks in the classroom […]
Making the Most of Spring in “Naptown”
Spending time outside is one of life’s simple pleasures. And according to a growing body of research, getting outdoors is also really good for your health. Sunshine is an important source of Vitamin D, which helps to strengthen your bones. It also increases your levels of serotonin, which tends to improve your mood. Sunshine even […]