E-cigarettes and Vaping
Contrary to popular belief, vaping is not safe for anyone, but especially for youth and adolescents. By Amy Cranage The Food and Drug Administration says that in 2019 more than…
Cookies for a Cause
Aurora Bakery in Newport, N.H., helps teens and adults with different abilities learn job skills — and bake up some tasty treats. By Brianna Marino Nestled behind a charming courtyard…
Deeper Learning
The journey of schooling requires deeper learning, a teaching method more complex than textbooks or lectures. By Kristen Downey, Upper Valley Educators Institute School is back in session, and teachers…
Driver’s Education in the Upper Valley
Prefer not to get behind the wheel with your teen? These Upper Valley driver’s ed instructors are ready to help By Amy Cranage Who are the brave folks that gleefully…
Parent Survival Tips for College Breaks
By Deborah McKew On my son’s first visit home, after big hugs and a few good home-cooked meals, it became apparent to me that college kids are a different species…
Emma shares her experience after her hearing loss diagnosis.
My Permanently Altered Life
By Emma Cranage I grew up without a disability. So when I walked into an audiology appointment wanting nothing more than to disprove my suspicion of hearing loss, my life…
Emma shares her experience after her hearing loss diagnosis.
Childhood Hearing Loss
By Amy Cranage It was a gray October afternoon when our daughter, Emma, was a freshman in high school. Recently, she had been especially quiet; there had been some bumps…
Tips for Writing the College Essay
By Deborah McKew Gretchen studied her list of possible essay topics. She could write about her three months in New Zealand working on organic farms, the gap year she spent…
Teaching Manners
By Rosanna Dude The approaching holiday season is an ideal opportunity to emphasize manners, thoughtfulness, respect and gratitude. This time of year is full of large family get-togethers, gift exchanges…
Lessons from the Cow Barn: Suggestions for Raising Self-Reliant Children
By Dr. Angela Toms “Where’s the manual?” asked one of the moms. She was referring to that much-sought-after parenting manual on raising children. We were in the 4-H dairy barn…