February 2008
FEATURES
First Place School: Bringing the Homeless Home,
One Student at a Time
This school is a place where children
who have experienced hardship are understood – a place where they
come first. Read inspiring stories of how the school has brought consistency
and stability to children and their parents and helped them escape cycles
of homelessness, poverty or crises.
Begin Planning Now for
Overnight Summer Camp
It seems early, but local overnight summer
camps are already taking registration. We give you an overview of the
major camps and help you find special activities to spark your child’s
interest – from boating or BMX racing to dancing or equestrian vaulting.
The American Camping Association provides some tips on finding the right
camp for your child.
LEGO® Club an Outlet for
Children with Disabilities
Children with autism,
Asperger’s syndrome and other developmental disabilities build and
create with normally- developing children at the ARC (Advocates for the
Rights of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities) of Snohomish County’s
LEGO Club.
DEPARTMENTS
Fridge Door
Letters to the Editor
Our Neighborhoods: Capitol Hill
Our Schools - Educating Mom
What’s to Love about Seattle High
Schools?
Full
Plate
Feeding the Whole Family
Health
& Safety
Start Oral Health Screening Early
Going
Places
Guided Nature Hikes for Little Ones
February Calendar of Events
Highlights
& Hot Tips
Classes for Kids
Parent Education
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