As parents, we always worry about the health of our children. This past year and the COVID-19 pandemic have brought about new concerns. As a doctor who cares about the safety of our patients, here are our tips for keeping your kids healthy during these unusual times....
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Graphic Novels for Struggling and Reluctant Readers
As children’s librarians at the San Antonio Public Library, pre-pandemic, we saw it all the time. A child would walk over to our graphic novel section and emerge with a gigantic smile on their face and a stack of graphic novels cradled in their arms. A few minutes...
Exploring the Paths to Success in High School and Beyond
Melissa Rayworth contributed this guest post on behalf of Learning Heroes. No matter what your child’s elementary school experience was like, many parents find the transition from middle school to high school nerve-wracking. Inga Cotton, executive director of San...
Senior Projects at BASIS Charter Schools
Students at BASIS Charter Schools do senior projects that stretch their skills and explore what they might do in higher education and in their careers. To help parents who are thinking about enrolling their children at BASIS get a preview of what their students might...
St. Anthony Catholic School: A Fresh Look at Catholic Education
This is a guest post by Patricia L. Ramirez, principal of St. Anthony Catholic School Why should you consider a Catholic school while you look for the best educational options for your child? Many would agree that the most important job of a parent is to mold, guide,...
Choose Your Own Staycation Adventure
As parents, we hope our little ones will one day look back fondly on the unforgettable ways we spent Spring Break. After the year most of us have had, with still longer to go, I’ve decided to dial back the March madness and embrace a less-is-more approach. This year,...
Dariela Galindo, Sophomore at Travis Early College High School in SAISD
Dariela Galindo is currently a sophomore at Travis Early College High School in SAISD. We are proud to share the story of her school choice journey in this guest post, part of our Student Stories series. Tell us about your school choice journey to find the right high...
Why Mentorship Matters to San Antonio Companies and the CAST Schools Network
Mentorships! What an amazing thing. H-E-B has been involved in mentoring students as long as I can remember. Some are official, and some are unofficial; some are with internal H-E-B Partners (employees), some are students from schools across Bexar county, and some are...
Kids Need Reliable Electricity for School and Distance Learning
What a week! Texas froze, and the electrical grid nearly collapsed. Many families went for hours or days with no electricity or heat. Power failures at pumping stations and frozen pipes caused homes and schools to lose water pressure, too. Most schools cancelled...
COVID-19 Virtual Forum: Col. Dr. Heather Yun Answers Questions About Vaccines
As you plan for your children's education, what do you need to know about COVID-19 vaccines? In partnership with Compass Rose Public Schools, we are proud to present a COVID-19 Virtual Forum with infectious disease expert Col. Dr. Heather Yun. Join us for this virtual...
National Parents Union Helps Parents Drive Change in Education
The National Parents Union is helping parents drive change in education. Parents across the United States can join for free to participate in events, get training, and enjoy fellowship fellowship with activists who are on the same journey. To get the scoop on National...
Kindergarten Is More Important Than You Think
Imagine building your house without a foundation. On the surface, it might initially seem fine. But as you add pictures to the walls, they begin to crack. As you move furniture into the rooms, the floor noticeably shifts and sinks. The walls follow the floors, and the...