The years before a child turns 5 are critical for brain development. They are also the time when young children develop the foundations of social and emotional well-being. Below are…
By Phyllis Barajas, Social Entrepreneur / Founder & CEO, Conexión Inc This month, we’ve been talking about equity, and the importance of ensuring that all people in our community have…
Here’s a question most parents of teens ask at least daily: How do I get my teen off their screen? The answer isn’t as elusive as you may think: it’s…
There’s nothing quite like getting ready to send your kid to college, you no doubt have an ever-growing list of questions about the process. From applications to possible majors your…
This month, we’re exploring STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and the need for more kids to get involved and excited about STEM topics in middle school, where interest usually…
Whether you’re looking to make a big investment or struggling to get from paycheck to paycheck, we can all use some sound financial advice from time to time. The certified…
Homelessness is everywhere. If you live in a large, economically diverse city, you probably already know homelessness is a local problem. If not, you might be surprised to learn how…
As families across the country gather for Thanksgiving this year there’s bound to be plenty of lively conversation around the dining room table. From family anecdotes endlessly retold to work…
These days, it’s impossible not to know about the disasters that strike our communities, our nation, and our world. For children, both young and young adult, disaster recovery can become…
Research has proven over and over the power of play to support children’s growth into healthy, productive adults. Unfortunately, for low-income children, there are fewer opportunities for unstructured play time,…