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Staying safe while walking to school

September 5, 2017/0 Comments/in Back to School, Driving, Learning and School, Right Feature, Safety/by Rise and Shine

Twelve pedestrian safety tips for parents and children walking to school.

Managing your child’s healthcare needs at school

August 31, 2017/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Allergies, Back to School, Eating and Nutrition, Family Life, Learning and School, Lifestyle, Right Feature, School Health, Special Dietary Needs/by Rise and Shine

Help address your child’s healthcare needs at school by preparing your medications and medical plans and communicating effectively.

Gluten-free school lunch ideas

August 23, 2017/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Eating and Nutrition, Food Allergies, Learning and School, Right Feature, School Health, Special Dietary Needs/by Rise and Shine

Finding lunches that are gluten-free, portable and healthy can be a challenge. Here are some tips to help you create a gluten-free school lunch.

Back-to-school health homework

August 21, 2017/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Check-ups, Doctor’s Visits, Learning and School, School Health, Sleep, Sleep Routines, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

The days of summer are becoming shorter and the first day of school is just around the corner. Beyond the brand new school supplies, there are other ways parents can prepare their children for the new school year.

Coping with the back-to-school transition

August 19, 2017/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Emotions and Behavior, Learning and School, Right Feature, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

Helping your children cope with their back-to-school transition emotions and start the new school year on the right foot are important tasks for a parent.