Author: Jessica Henlon
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Back-to-School Best Practices: A Guide for Parenting
The back-to-school season is an exciting yet hectic time for families. As summer wanes and a new school year approaches, parents and loved ones play a crucial role in helping children transition smoothly. Research in child development and education shows that proactive parental support can boost students’ academic success and emotional well-being (Barger et al.,…
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Beyond Perspective: Conflict Resolution through Connection
On Friday, August 1, I watched the virtual stream of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce’s Good Morning Winter Park event, where Sharon and Marc Hagle, space travelers and community leaders, shared stories from their voyage beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Their insight was clear and powerful: “When you look back at Earth, there are no boundaries.”…
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No Worries, Just Growth: Leadership Lessons from a Trip to Jamaica
Spending a week in Jamaica for a family reunion extended beyond a vacation into a masterclass in perspective. Under the Caribbean sun, time seemed to slow down. Daily worries took a backseat to reggae rhythms and laughter. I found myself reflecting on life, leadership, and the power of a “no problem, mon” mindset. This uplifting…
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