When Marlo Walpole’s son began driving, she had some ground rules for him. Among them were no cell phone use, no driving to a location she did not approve, and he needed to tell her when he left and when… read more
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The Truth About Oral Thrush
No one wants to see velvety white spots growing in their baby’s mouth. But, if you notice this sign, chances are your baby may have something called oral thrush. Noticing this might confuse and worry parents. But oral thrush is extremely common… read more
Conquering Your Child’s Fear of Needles
When I was about 10 years old, I went to a pediatrician’s office knowing that I would be getting a TB test where they puncture your skin with a needle. I was so scared that I ended up passing out… read more
Getting Your Kids Involved in Triathlons
If you watched the Olympics last summer, you may have seen USA triathlete Katie Zaferes win bronze for the United States — or heard about crazy triathletes completing an Ironman in Hawaii. The sport can seem inaccessible, but triathlon is… read more
#BossMom: Meet Brandi Parker
Meet Brandi Parker, Wife to Travis Parker, Mom to Ava (7) Where do you work and what do you do? Tell us a bit about it. What are some of your goals with it? I became a nurse in 2011… read more
Tweens and Good Tidings Unite
It’s present time! Ahh… this is the best. As parents, we just love to see the joy and excitement our tots exude when they tear open those pristinely-wrapped gifts. They squeal and shriek over the newest Barbie®, LEGO® set or… read more
Free Reading and Writing Parent Workshop
Alachua County Public Schools and the Alachua County Council of PTAs are hosting a FREE online event for parents titled “Dyslexia and Dysgraphia: An Insight for Parents.”This workshop is for the families of all Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students on Individualized… read more
Temporary Mask Mandate for ACPS Employees
According to a press release sent out by the Alachua County Public Schools on Monday August 2, 2021, masks will be temporarily required for Alachua County Public School employees, vendors and visitors to district facilities. This ACPS mask mandate is… read more
Thirst-aid for knowledge and fun awaits at the Cade
When he invented Gatorade in 1965, University of Florida doctor Robert Cade changed the game for thirsty football players. Celebrating Dr. Cade’s innovative spirit and inventive mindset, a family-friendly museum opened in his honor in 2018: The Cade Museum for… read more
Meet our Featured Teacher: Amber Matts
Featured Teacher Amber Matts shares what inspires her and how it has been like teaching during a pandemic. WHERE DO YOU TEACH? Healthy Learning Academy (HLA). We are a tuition free, Alachua County Public Charter School located in Newberry. WHAT… read more
