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How Can You Help Your Kiddos Stop Biting Their Nails?

By Tracy Wright | November 18, 2020 | Conception 2 College , Early Years

When children get nervous or bored, they may resort to nervous habits, one of the most common being biting their nails. While it may seem like an innocent habit, parents may need to investigate the root cause of this habit and whether it can damage their physical health as well. We have tips to help

ACPS Food Service Director Wins Foodservice Director of the Year

By Amanda Roland | November 16, 2020 | Blog , Your Schools

The Alachua County Public Schools’ (ACPS) director of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) Department won the Golden School Foodservice Director of the Year Award! Her name is Maria Eunice (pictured above), and she was awarded this highest honor because of her dedication to Alachua County students over the years, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We

Nobel Peace Prize Winner Malala Yousafzai to Speak at UF Today

By Amanda Roland | November 13, 2020 | Blog

The ACCENT Speakers Bureau at UF is excited to have Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai speak at UF today on November 18. This event will take place virtually on November 18 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. through Zoom. In order to attend the event, you must have a valid UFL email address. You can sign up

Alachua County Schools to Reopen on November 13

By Amanda Roland | November 12, 2020 | Blog

Alachua County Schools will reopen on Friday, November 13. "The free curbside meals typically distributed on Thursdays will be distributed tomorrow (Friday) at the usual 24 sites from 9:30 to 1 p.m. The list of sites is available at yourchoicefresh.com," according to ACPS Public Information Officer Jackie Johnson. Queen of Peace, St. Francis and Oak

Alachua County Libraries and Pools to Close

By Amanda Roland | November 11, 2020 | Blog

Due to Tropical Storm Eta Eta, Alachua County libraries and pools will be closed tomorrow, November 12. The library district issued a statement on November 11: " Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency order for multiple counties, including Alachua County. If local conditions permit, all branches will resume current services, including limited

4 Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipes

By Mercedes Leguizamon | November 10, 2020 | Blog

Soon, families will gather around a table and give thanks for everything they have had this year. Thanksgiving is a time for, in many cases, turkey, mashed potatoes and delicious desserts. It is always exciting for our families to come together, but sometimes picky eaters or boring meals make Thanksgiving a drag for young kids.

ACPS Superintendent Karen Clarke Announces Plan to Step Down

By Amanda Roland | November 10, 2020 | Blog , Your Schools

Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent Karen Clarke (pictured right) has announced that she will be stepping down next summer, effective June 30, 2021. Clarke has lead ACPS since the beginning of the 2017-18 school year, and most notably she has led the county through challenges like Hurricane Irma and the COVID-19 pandemic. "She also highlighted

Virtual Tricks and Tips for At-Home Learning

By Giggle Magazine | November 9, 2020 | Learn

There is nothing better than getting great advice from those who know it best and are in the trenches with you...the mom village! This time around, moms who opted for the virtual/digital option this year due to COVID-19 share their virtual tricks and tips on how to navigating the waters of at-home learning. Carrie Groves

Celebrate World Diabetes Day on November 14

By Amanda Roland | November 9, 2020 | Blog

November is National Diabetes Month, and November 14 is World Diabetes Day (WWD). This day was first created in 1991 by IDF (International Diabetes Federation) and the World Health Organization as more and more people were being affected by the disease of diabetes. In 2006, it became an official United Nations Day, according to worlddiabetesday.org.

Support the Community Connectivity Fund in Alachua County

By Amanda Roland | October 28, 2020 | Blog

The Community Foundation of North Central Florida and The Education Foundation of Alachua County have come together to create the Community Connectivity Fund. This is a local effort to help the community in Alachua County find accessibility to the internet and other digital devices. The 50% of the money donated to the fund will go

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How Can You Help Your Kiddos Stop Biting Their Nails?

ACPS Food Service Director Wins Foodservice Director of the Year

Nobel Peace Prize Winner Malala Yousafzai to Speak at UF Today

Alachua County Schools to Reopen on November 13

Alachua County Libraries and Pools to Close

4 Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipes

ACPS Superintendent Karen Clarke Announces Plan to Step Down

Celebrate World Diabetes Day on November 14

Support the Community Connectivity Fund in Alachua County

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