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Sometimes, the smallest incidents have the most significant impact on our lives. For little Ikem, swallowing a grape whole changed his and his family’s lives forever.

Although she couldn’t verbally identify the names of all the colors, my daughter Valentina before the age of three could pick her clothes, bows and shoes to match to perfection. Rarely did I ever have to make her change her outfit, nor did she clash fashionably like so many children her age do when allowed to pick their own clothes.

We are reminded this month, and every Black History Month, that, while we strive to be one nation indivisible, we do not achieve this end by erasing the contributions, experiences, and perspective of Black and Brown people. Two centuries of such erasure and the privileging of false white assimilation and incomplete mestizaje narratives have consequences for the racially inclusive future we say we seek.

When I decided to get a dog, I didn’t realize the amount of love, companionship, and peace I would receive from bringing this dog into my life. I decided to get my dog, Teddy, a Maltese, while going through some really big life changes. They say there are five most stressful life events one goes through: death of a loved one, divorce, moving, major illness or injury and job loss. I was going through a divorce and was furloughed from work because of Covid-19, so I thought getting a puppy would bring me happiness, and it sure did. I also learned that having a puppy provided me new purpose, which helped with my mental health and anxiety. Here are a few ways my dog Teddy helps with my mental health.

Parent-teacher conferences are one of the main ways families and teachers communicate about student progress but there’s a lot to cover in under 10 minutes. It’s important we as parents be proactive at these meetings to get the information we need to best support our child and establish regular communication with the teacher. Given all the Covid related disruption to learning, this is especially important this year. The vast majority of parents say they want a better understanding of what’s expected of their child this year and how their child is progressing.

With only a couple of months left until Election Day, one way Latino voters can make sure our voices are heard is by taking advantage of early voting. More than half of the country allows for a multitude of ways to cast your ballot early and avoid the headaches of the lines that will be all too commonplace on November 8th.

Free Books, Videos, Read-Alouds and Virtual Workshops Seek to Strengthen Early Learning and Literacy While Providing a Supportive Community for Immigrant Parents and Caregivers.

Elaine Liserio is Assistant Vice President of Education and Strategic Partnerships at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, which she joined in 2001 after working for the state agency on behalf of children and the elderly and disabled in Florida. The Society, founded in 1946, is the global leader of a movement dedicated to creating a world free of MS. The Society funds cutting-edge research for a cure, drives change through advocacy and provides programs and services to help people affected by MS live their best lives.

The past few years haven’t been easy for parents or teachers so as we start the new school year, it’s a chance to start fresh and focus on our shared goal–making sure our children thrive socially, emotionally and academically. In fact, our recent national research shows that parents, teachers, and principals are aligned on what matters most about school-home communications—building trust and making sure families have a clear picture of how their child is progressing. As the mother of a rising third grader and Kindergartener, these priorities really resonate for me.

This project is powered by Poder Latinx to showcase the work of Latina/o/x artists aiming to empower the LatinX community to use their voice and vote in the 2022 midterm elections.

Some 1 million people in the U.S. live with MS. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical to minimize disability.

In Learning Heroes’ new parent and educator national survey, we asked parents about the actions they plan to take for their children this summer and this is what rose to the top: quality time with family and friends; focusing on social/emotional skills; and supporting academics (reading, writing and math skills).

It’s hard to believe the end of the school year is around the corner! With some in-person celebrations returning, our kids get a much-needed opportunity to shine alongside their friends (and feel a sense of normalcy)! I recently felt emotional seeing my daughter on stage at school for the first time since the pandemic. But even more than the performance, I was struck by witnessing her jump in to help a classmate who was feeling overwhelmed before they went on stage. After the show, I let her know that watching her show such kindness was the highlight of the night for me and asked her to reflect on why it mattered. Guided by her, we had a beautiful conversation about empathy. For me, it was a reminder that it’s often the behind-the-scenes moments that are the real showstoppers because they give us a peek into our child’s development.

What’s the end goal in parenting? We want our children to find their passions and purpose to live a happy and healthy life even after they leave our nest. Part of that is helping them navigate key transition points like high school. While it can be both an exciting and stressful time, it’s an important moment to reflect on your child’s interests, strengths, and areas that need support. The good news is, success is a journey with different paths and opportunities, whether it includes a four-year college or a technical program. According to national research by Learning Heroes, most Latino parents say it is absolutely essential or very important for their child to go to college.

GreatSchools.org recognizes public high schools across the United States that excel at preparing students to enroll and succeed in college. Here, CEO Jon Deane highlights best practices from award-winners that any school could adopt.