This week is American Education Week and today is Education Support Professionals Day. School districts across the country rely on support professionals to keep schools running smoothly. American Education Week highlights this. However, this year has changed the way school systems run and has changed the need for support professional roles. The Role Of Education Support … [Read more...]
Veteran And Military Families Month
November is Veteran and Military Families Month in recognition of the sacrifices of service members and their families. There are many ways to support our veterans, service members, and their families. As the holidays near, it is important to provide support however possible. 2020 Raises Concerns COVID-19 has changed the way veterans interact with others and has added more … [Read more...]
Movember Supports Men’s Health
The Movember Foundation works to raise awareness and funding in support of men’s health. The goal is to lessen premature deaths to men and raise awareness. Movember also raises money through donations and fundraisers to help fund research and other projects focusing on men’s health. History Movember started in 2003 in Australia with 30 friends growing moustaches to raise awareness … [Read more...]
Domestic Violence Awareness
October is domestic violence awareness month. Domestic violence is a serious concern and with COVID-19 forcing many people into quarantine for weeks at a time, awareness is more important than ever. With increasing concerns, signals can help alert others when domestic violence is a concern. Video Signal Victims of domestic violence can alert others without leaving a digital trace … [Read more...]
Help Kids Stay Safe And Warm
Below freezing and negative temperatures are expected across Alaska for Halloween this year. If your family plans on trick-or-treating this weekend, or even just going out to play in the snow, think ahead of how to keep everyone warm and well hydrated. Reduce the risk of your family experiencing hypothermia or frostbite during cold weather months. Make A Plan To Stay Safe Make … [Read more...]
Halloween Safety During COVID-19
Halloween will likely look a little different this year across Alaska. Many families are finding new ways to celebrate and enjoy Halloween. Some may still choose to stick to tradition and trick-or-treat door to door. However you celebrate Halloween this year, mitigate your risks of contracting, and spreading, the COVID-19 virus. Make New Traditions While trick-or-treating may not … [Read more...]
