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Easy as Pie ‘Congrats’ Banner for Your Graduating Senior

By Amanda Roland | May 24, 2021 | Blog

Even though graduation ceremonies have been put to a halt this spring, that doesn't mean that you can't celebrate your high school senior from home! Get festive with this DIY 'Congrats' Banner to decorate your home to celebrate your graduate! Supplies: colored construction paper of choice scissors a silver sharpie ribbon or string of your

Tips and Tricks For Easier Pumping & Breastfeeding

By Lindsey Johnson | February 24, 2021 | Conception 2 College , infant

Breastfeeding and pumping is a very personal decision. Deciding how long and whether you’ll be nursing or pumping or both is a decision only you can make. This act of nourishing your baby can be very rewarding, but simplifying the process will make it a more enjoyable experience. (pictured above: Sarah Franklin with her newborn

All Incoming US Travelers Must Test Negative for COVID-19

By Amanda Roland | January 27, 2021 | COVID-19 Updates

As reported by ABC News yesterday, there is a new traveling rule regarding COVID-19. All travelers coming into the US must test negative for COVID-19. Travelers will have to provide a negative COVID-19 test that was taken no more than three days before traveling. If travelers fail to do this, they will be denied boarding.

5 Ways to Talk To Your Child About Bullying

By Mercedes Leguizamon | January 15, 2021 | Blog

As parents, we send our children into the world hoping that they come back every day with more knowledge and more confidence. In some cases, unfortunately, bullying can get in the way. Bullying can have serious short- and long-term effects, according to PBS Parents. These include anxiety, low self-esteem and the desire to skip school

ACPS to Announce 2021 Teacher of the Year Tonight!

By Amanda Roland | January 10, 2021 | Blog , Your Schools

Tonight, Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) will announce the 2021 Teacher of the Year winner via a virtual celebration. The three teachers have been chosen as Teacher of the Year finalists include elementary school teacher Mackenzie McNickle (first picture below), middle school teacher Amy Beres (second picture below) and high school teacher Nicole Harris (pictured

COVID-19 Vaccine Facts and Info for Those Over 65

By Amanda Roland | December 28, 2020 | Blog

As the COVID-19 vaccine gets distributed to hospitals, you may have some questions about the vaccine and who can receive it. We have some fast facts that you can reference, and we have information for how to get the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for those 65 and older. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Part of the Ichetucknee River Will Be Off-Limits This Spring

By Amanda Roland | December 18, 2020 | Blog

Come May 2021, the upper portion of the Ichetucknee River that runs through Ichetucknee Springs State Park will be off-limits to tubers due to loss of underwater vegetation. Because of this change, more tubers will be allowed to occupy the lower portion of the river in the park. The upper portion of the river will

ACPS Provide Free Meal Packs For Students on December 17

By Amanda Roland | December 16, 2020 | Blog

Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) will give out free meal packs for Alachua County students tomorrow, December 17, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. On Thursday, children can receive four breakfasts and four lunches, and the children do not have to be present to pick up the meals. No registration is required, but children must

Watch the ‘Great Conjunction’ of Jupiter and Saturn Next Week!

By Amanda Roland | December 14, 2020 | Blog

As if 2020 couldn't get any more interesting, a space phenomenon that hasn’t happened in almost 400 years is set to take place next week! The ‘great conjunction’ of Jupiter and Saturn will happen on the start of the winter solstice, December 21. “This year, the solstice happens to converge with a ‘great conjunction’ that some

Giggle’s 2021 Education Guide is Here!

By Amanda Roland | December 4, 2020 | Learn , Your Schools

2021 is literally just around the corner, and with the new year comes all kinds of changes and challenges. Some challenges include making decisions about your kiddos' education! We are here to help. Giggle's 2021 Education Guide is your guide to early childhood education, private schools, charter schools and homeschooling in Alachua County. You can

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Easy as Pie ‘Congrats’ Banner for Your Graduating Senior

Tips and Tricks For Easier Pumping & Breastfeeding

All Incoming US Travelers Must Test Negative for COVID-19

Part of the Ichetucknee River Will Be Off-Limits This Spring

ACPS Provide Free Meal Packs For Students on December 17

Watch the ‘Great Conjunction’ of Jupiter and Saturn Next Week!

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