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Kid’s Movies on Netflix to Watch Before Summer is Over

By Amanda Roland | August 17, 2020 | Blog

Now that summer is coming to a close, it's time for one last summer movie night. Luckily, Netflix is full of great kid's movies and new releases so that the whole family can enjoy a movie night together. So pop some popcorn and pick your favorite flick! The Secret Life of Pets 2 With

Pumpkin Spice Latte Returns to Dunkin’ on August 19

By Amanda Roland | August 15, 2020 | Blog

Pumpkin spice is back, and summer isn't even over yet! On August 19, Dunkin' is welcoming the pumpkin spice latte and other fall items back to their menu. Even though it's still too hot in Florida to even think about the cool fall months, Dunkin' is giving us all our favorites super early this year.

A Letter From the Superintendent of Schools: Karen Clarke

By Karen Clarke | August 14, 2020 | Learn , Your Schools

Parenting is never easy, but parenting in the age of COVID-19 is especially challenging—and I speak from personal experience. I have a son who will be going into 7th grade this fall, and I’m asking myself the same question that all parents are asking these days: “What can I do to keep my child safe?”

Alachua County Free Meals Program Gets Extended to August 26

By Amanda Roland | August 14, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

Because the start date for Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) has been pushed to August 31, the district’s Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) Department has extended its free meals program for children aged 0-18 to August 26. The free meals will be distributed from 11 a.m to 1 p.m. every weekday at 23 different distribution

ACPS Delayed the Start Date of Schools to August 31

By Amanda Roland | August 12, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

As of this morning, August 12, Alachua County Public Schools has delayed the start date of schools to August 31. In a meeting this morning, the school board voted to delay the start date from the August 24 to August 31 for public schools in Alachua County. Many teachers and parents have raised their concerns

Alachua County Public Schools Revised Its Reopening Plan for Fall

By Amanda Roland | August 11, 2020 | Blog , Your Schools

A lot has changed for Alachua County Public Schools since the first draft of their reopening plan for the fall. The county has since updated its draft reopening plan to reflect new information! You can view the new reopening plan here. The plan includes details about cleaning, hand washing, face masks and social distancing. Also,

Learn When to Say Yes or No to Reward Programs!

By Rachel Wiener | August 10, 2020 | Happy Home

“And do you want to sign up for our rewards system?” We’ve all heard this question when purchasing our items at the register. For many of us, we are unsure if we should say yes or no. It seems as if saying yes will save us money and time, but is that really the case?

4 Mommy and Me Recipes That Are Fun, Easy and Delicious!

By Renee Castro | August 10, 2020 | Forks & Spoons

Looking for some fun mommy and me recipes? Get your kiddos in the kitchen to make something the whole family will enjoy! The best part is that everything you make will be made with love, Enjoy! No-Bake CRUSHED COOKIE BARS Ingredients 1 package of chocolate sandwich cookies 1 bag of jumbo marshmallows 1/2 stick

Should Your Kiddos Be Learning a Second Language

By Meredith Sheldon | August 7, 2020 | Learn

As children develop, we know how important walking, talking and learning their shapes and colors are to their learning foundation. What might not be so evident is how important learning a second language can be. People can begin speaking a second language as early as birth, according to Dr. Tim Conway, director and neuropsychology researcher

Why is it Important to Give Your Kiddos Healthy Snacks?

By Tracy Wright | August 7, 2020 | Health

Snacks and their association with children have had an up and down reputation over the years. Many years ago, some of us may have heard our moms admonish any type of snacking with the warning “you’ll spoil your dinner!” Snacking’s reputation has improved as nutritionists recommend healthy snacks in between meals to supplement healthy eating

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Kid’s Movies on Netflix to Watch Before Summer is Over

Pumpkin Spice Latte Returns to Dunkin’ on August 19

ACPS Delayed the Start Date of Schools to August 31

Learn When to Say Yes or No to Reward Programs!

4 Mommy and Me Recipes That Are Fun, Easy and Delicious!

Should Your Kiddos Be Learning a Second Language

Why is it Important to Give Your Kiddos Healthy Snacks?

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