(NAPSI)—Whether you’re an Olympian, a professional or a weekend warrior, you likely aspire to be the best you can be when presented with a challenge. To achieve greatness, all athletes, regardless of the level of competition, rely on others. These people are coaches, trainers, nutritionists, teammates, family, friends, mentors and heroes. That list can also Read More …
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School Choice Coalitions Unite Americans Of All Backgrounds by Andrew Campanella
(NAPSI)—The holidays are over and many of us are hunkering down to wait out the rest of the winter. Tens of millions of students across the country will be celebrating their educational options from January 22 through 28—traditional public schools, charter schools, magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and home education. It’s National School Choice Read More …
NEWS FOR YOUTH Junior Achievement Reaches 100 Million Student Milestone
(NAPSI)—Were you in Junior Achievement? Since its inception in 1919, Junior Achievement (JA) has helped inspire more than 100 million young people with its programs focused on entrepreneurship, financial literacy and work readiness. Now, JA is hoping to engage these former students, today’s JA Alumni, as volunteers to inspire and prepare today’s young people for Read More …
CHILDREN’S HEALTH Give Kids A Smile
(NAPSI)—Here’s information many families may care to sink their teeth into: Although tooth decay is largely preventable, it remains one of the most common chronic diseases of children. The Problem According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly one in four children under the age of 5 already has cavities, while Read More …
COOKING CONTEST CORNER Shine The Spotlight On Your Favorite Restaurant
(NAPSI)—Most people have a nearby restaurant where the food and atmosphere evoke a great sense of hometown pride. Now you can help shine the spotlight on your favorite treasure and in the process give it a chance to earn a nice cash prize, donate to charity and get a special visit from celebrity chef Amanda Read More …
SAFETY TIPS Three Smart Suggestions For Your Self-Defense
(NAPSI)—According to the U.S. Department of Justice, about 20 out of every thousand Americans will be a victim of some kind of assault every year-but you can learn to protect yourself and your loved ones. Expert Advice “The best self-defense tip is to always be aware of your surroundings and potential threats so that you Read More …
COLLEGE CORNER Research That Can Improve The Performance Of Organizations, Communities And Schools
(NAPSI)—A big part of the holiday season includes giving back—giving back to loved ones, communities and organizations. There are all sorts of different ways to give back, but one less obvious step to giving back may include higher education. The decision to go back to school and commit to additional years of higher education is Read More …
GIFTS THAT GIVE BACK Gifts That Teachers Really Want
(NAPSI)—Many parents, students and others are glad to learn there’s an easy way to give teachers a truly meaningful gift for the holidays, at the end of term or for Teacher Appreciation Week. The non-profit AdoptAClassroom.org makes it simple to donate to your favorite teacher. The Need Consider this: U.S. teachers spend an average of Read More …
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING Maintaining Your Health At Work
(NAPSI)—Researchers say that when it comes to keeping healthy, too many Americans are sitting down on the job. That is, the average worker spends 13 hours a day in a seated position. Leading such an inactive lifestyle can increase your risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer. What You Can Do Fortunately, you can follow Read More …
YOUR YARD Keep Safety In Mind When Using Your Snow Thrower
(NAPSI)—When snowflakes pile up, knowing how to use your snow thrower safely is an important responsibility. “A snow thrower is indispensable during the winter for home and business owners,” said Kris Kiser, the president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). “But remember, never put your hand in the auger or chute of Read More …