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5 Local Must Attend Independence Day Celebrations for 2017

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Is your family looking for a fun Fourth of July celebration this week? Are you searching for the perfect spot to see fireworks? As a family in the Dallas area, you have many events and firework displays to choose from when celebrating the Fourth of July holiday. With so much going on, it is sometimes hard to choose which event to attend. To make sure you get the most out of your Fourth of … [Read more...]

How Career Tech Classes are Transforming Student’s Learning

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What is Career & Technology Education Career and technology classes are preparing students with the opportunity to succeed in today's competitive global economy. CTE complements and enhances academic preparation by providing all students with the opportunities to integrate academics and technical education in a rigorous, relevant program of study that give them the tools for a lifetime of … [Read more...]

HOW TO HAVE A WEEKLONG STAYCATION IN DALLAS FOR UNDER $50 [2017 Edition]

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Want to keep you children entertained all summer without breaking the bank? Curious about what you can do in Dallas during your time off? The cities of Carrollton, Farmers Branch, and Dallas offer exciting, inexpensive things to do with your child this summer. In this article, we give you a plan for a week-long summer “staycation” for you and your child using locations and events around … [Read more...]

Why Learning to Swim is Important for Your Child

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“You made it all the way across! Way to go Bobby!” I said to my son as he showed me what he accomplished in swim lessons. Our family is very active. We cycle, hike and swim. We even have a pool in our backyard. Our six-year-old son swims at his friend’s pool, our neighborhood pool, and attends a water park frequently with his day camp. An adult is with him every time he is near water, but he … [Read more...]