Austin in Action
This summer, Austin families have a new reason to head to the course. Bank of America is expanding access to golf through its “Golf with Us” program, offering local kids a chance to play without the high costs that can put the sport out of reach. In partnership...
Austin in Action
A routine morning assembly at Howard Norman Elementary quickly turned unforgettable when kindergarten teacher Olivia Joseph was surprised with one of the nation’s top honors in education, the Milken Educator Award. The recognition, often called the “Oscars of...
Education
May is often referred to as the month of “May-hem” by both parents and teachers. As the school year winds down, the finish line feels both exciting and overwhelming. Parents are tasked with navigating final assignments, end-of-year parties and events, along...
Asuntos Familiares
P. Tengo tres hijos y el menor acaba de cumplir 5 años. Su cumpleaños fue muy difícil para mí. ¿Es normal sentir tristeza y duelo por el hecho de que mis hijos estén creciendo? R. Es normal que las madres sientan tristeza a medida que sus hijos crecen. Los niños se...
Family Matters
Q I have three children, and my youngest just turned 5. His birthday was really difficult for me. Is it normal to feel sadness and grief over my children growing up? A It is normal for mothers to feel sadness as their children grow. Kids become less...
KidZone
What You Need: Watercolor paper Milk Acrylic paint in three or four colors Paintbrush Shallow container Paper towels Hole punch and yarn, optional What You Do: Step 1: Cut watercolor paper into strips about 1.5 by 6 inches. Step 2: Pour a thin layer of milk...
Then and Now
Then Long before it became a world-class wellness destination, Lake Austin Spa Resort welcomed a far more eclectic crowd, including rodeo clowns and followers of the latest diet fads. The property began in 1947 as Lake Austin Lodges, a modest fishing camp catering to...
Feature Articles
Most parents don’t expect parenting to be easy. They do, however, expect that the good parts will feel a little more obvious than they sometimes do. Instead, what many people experience is this: The days are full, the house is in a constant state of disarray,...
Lifelines
Consistency Counts: The Secret to Raising Strong, Confident Kids In a world full of distractions, packed schedules, and instant gratification, one timeless principle stands out in raising healthy, successful children: consistency. Whether children are learning...
Sponsored Content
It seems the nursing career outlook is being discussed everywhere, from news headlines to the halls of government. “We’re going to need a lot more nurses,” reads one headline, and “Texas nurses join call for Congress to address root causes of [the]...
