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How do we relate to one another? How do our dominant traits and motivation affect and define our relationships with others? Through improvisation and partner discussion, company members determined the unique relationships among the five characters. Given all that we know about these beings we have created, what seems logical? Where do we see conflict? […]

  Manna’s Director of Nutrition Programs, Jenna Umbriac, recently shared a great article with  me about healthy shopping on a budget. A registered dietitian in New Jersey successfully shopped for a family of four–that’s 21 meals plus snacks–for $126. She used some important grocery shopping techniques we use here at Manna Food Center. In our […]

Most children, teens, and even adults use technology a lot. There are smartphones, computers, tablets, television, video games, and other forms of technology as well. There are definitely a lot of benefits from using most of these items. However, like with most things, moderation is important. Here are a few tips to manage the use […]

Exploring the faces of reconnection has driven us deeper and deeper into the mixed emotions that occur as a result of this reunion. Metaphor allows us the perfect medium to express and explain our infinite definitions and perspectives of this powerful theme and thesis. What color is reconnection?  The students see it clearly. As they […]

Children and teens usually love a day off from school because of snow. Parents don’t always like snow days because it means that they often have to keep their children and teens occupied all day. Here are a few suggestions to help have an enjoyable snow day for everyone in the family: 1)      Let children […]

While working with a young man who was applying to several highly selective schools, I realized precisely why working with a professional editor beats relying on a teacher or other helpful adult for assistance with the college application essays. Editors think outside the school box. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not challenging teachers’ good intentions. […]

“Reward your Staff”. That’s what all the books say. All very well in theory, but how do you do it when you have no budget for awards or bonuses, and no ability to give valuable gifts? Increasingly, that’s the new reality. And even if you do still have some budget, it’s worth taking a good […]

A Great Seneca Football Champ Mojo Reigns I don’t know what the pre-season odds for the Northwest High School Jaguars were for them to evolve as State 4A Football Champions – but after covering three title match ups including the 4A Final in Baltimore on Friday evening – it was one powerhouse confirmation that their […]

We finally know who will be playing in Pasadena for the Rose Bowl and BSC Championship game. The College regular season came to a close on Saturday but it was everything but regular. Auburn set records left and right in Atlanta, Florida State started slow but hit the gas hard towards the finish and Ohio […]

As I have driven past numerous flags at half-mast in respect for Nelson Mandela, I have thought about all the “heroes” and motivational people my students have written about in their college application essays. As their writing coach and editor, I must carefully guide the students into not getting caught up in the person they’re […]