homeschooling

Is Homeschooling Becoming More Popular?

By Amanda Roland | May 29, 2020 | Homeschool , Learn
My aunt and uncle chose to homeschool their sons in the 1980s. The modern homeschooling movement was in its infancy and their decision was controversial. They needed help, so they attended a homeschool conference. At the time, the largest one in Florida was held in a church fellowship hall. They went to see their curricular

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must-have baby spoons

7 Must-Have Tot-Approved Baby Spoons

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | May 29, 2020 | Forks & Spoons
It’s their first introduction to solids and a must have to learning to self-feed. Our 7 must-have spoons have been hand picked by moms and approved by tots! Mastrad Baby Lil'fork & Spoon Complete with its own carrying case and accompanying fork, this rubber spoon is BPA free and gentle on baby’s gums. $7.90, amazon.com

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Tonga Toast recipe

Disney Released the Recipe for Tonga Toast From the Kona Cafe

By Amanda Roland | May 28, 2020 | Blog , Recipes
Looking for the ultimate weekend breakfast food? Well Disney has released another to-die-for recipe: Tonga Toast from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Make this mouth-watering french toast from the Kona Cafe this weekend for a sweet morning treat. You start with a huge piece of sourdough bread, stuff it with bananas, cook it and cover it

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free doughnuts

Krispy Kreme Will Give Away Free Doughnuts for National Doughnut Week

By Amanda Roland | May 28, 2020 | Blog
Every year, Krispy Kreme, one of America's most loved doughnut chains, gives away free doughnuts on National Doughnut Day, June 5. This year, they are extending this holiday to be National Doughnut Week and giving away free doughnuts to patrons from June 1-June 5. "For months, the concept of time and days has been a

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NASA Will Launch American Astronauts to Space Station On May 30

By Amanda Roland | May 28, 2020 | Blog
Yesterday (May 27), NASA and SpaceX planned to launch an American rocket with American astronauts to the International Space Station for the first time since 2011, but the launch was scrubbed due to weather complications. The next launch attempt will be this Saturday, May 30. American astronauts Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley will be on

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Walt Disney World Announces Plans To Reopen on July 11

By Amanda Roland | May 27, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
Today (May 27) in a virtual meeting with the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force, the plans for reopening Walt Disney World were announced. In the meeting, Jim McPhee, senior vice president of operations for Walt Disney World announced the plan to begin reopening the Disney theme parks on July 11. For the plan to

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summer with the library

‘Summer with the Library’ Starts on May 29!

By Amanda Roland | May 26, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
The Alachua County Library District’s summer program, "Summer with the Library", will be all online this year. The program will kick off this Friday, May 29. To start "Summer with the Library", there will be a Summer Reader Palooza LIVE on Friday on Facebook at 3:30 p.m. Participants of all ages can register for the

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U.S. Presidential Scholars

Alachua County Senior Is Named a US Presidential Scholar

By Amanda Roland | May 26, 2020 | Blog
Alachua County Public Schools high school senior, Helena Jiang, has been named a U.S. Presidential Scholar. She is one of just 161 in the entire country. To become a Presidential Scholar, much is taken into consideration, including academics, college entrance exams, school evaluations, essays, community service, transcripts and leadership. “These exemplary young people have excelled

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keep schools safe

Keep Schools Safe When They Reopen By Following CDC Guidelines

By Amanda Roland | May 21, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
On May 19, the CDC updated its guidelines on how to keep schools safe when they reopen. These strategies include requiring face mask covering for student and staff, posting signs that promote protective measures, discouraging shared objects and more. While implementing all of theses recommendation would be ideal, the CDC says, "Implementation should be guided by

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