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Text and Email Break-ups

We live in a very high tech world. Technology is the now thing. It is everywhere. We now text more than we talk. We email more than we use the postal service. So is it appropriate for couples in relationships to take advantage of these new ways of communication? In many ways yes. I love receiving a sweet text from my husband. Texting and emailing are great ways to remind each other of tasks or just to say hello. However, these types of communication may not be best when it comes to more important issues. For example, breaking off a … Continue reading →

Text Message Warnings

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Schools were once a safe haven. Parents and students did not even think of acts of crime occurring at the houses of education. However, time and media have shown us differently. Acts, such as the one several months ago at Virginia Tech, have students, parents, and educators concerned and on the alert for better security and protection in schools. Some schools have metal detector entrances. Others have security guards. Many train students on procedures to carry out in case of strangers or emergencies. Threats are taken seriously and administrators check into any claims of violence. Unfortunately media attention to one … Continue reading →

What Does My Dental Insurance Cover?

After years of having absolutely no dental insurance at all, my husband and I finally have found affordable dental insurance coverage. Now is the time to sit down, and figure out exactly what this particular dental plan covers. Perhaps if I can figure this out right now, I won’t get hit with a unexpected bill in the future. The best way to discover what, exactly, is included in the dental insurance plan is to take the time to read over the booklet that the insurer sends to you. If the information included there does not answer your questions, then I … Continue reading →

Worried About Your Kids Sexting?

You’d think that with all of the conversations and warnings going on about sexting, that kids would be less likely to do it and parents would be more aware of what they are doing. (read Sexting: Harmful or Harmless?) Still, Sexting numbers have gone through the roof. In fact, one third of young people have engaged in sexting. The result is bullying, sexual harassment, and often suicide. As bad as sexting is, the torture that follows it is worse. This is why it is in the parents best interest to take steps to prevent teenagers for engaging in sexting. There … Continue reading →

Education Week in Review: July 21- July 27

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I have now spent many hours working on my new classroom. It is almost complete and ready for the first kindergarten student to come rolling through the door. Next week will begin my county’s first week of school for teachers. Throughout the summer hot education topics have been on the rise. Check out below for this week’s news. Saturday, July 21 Entering Middle School The transition between elementary and middle school can be emotional and difficult for parents and students. This is the age when children are uncertain how to handle their growing responsibility and feelings. This article gives ideas … Continue reading →