Monthly Archives: September 2026

As an educator who's spent years in classrooms and university halls, I've seen firsthand how deeply intertwined family dynamics are with a child's well-being and educational journey. So, when I hear about legislative battles and ballot initiatives that directly challenge the bedrock of parental authority, my ears perk up. We're talking about decisions that could…

You know, it's not often that a grassroots movement, powered by everyday folks and local churches, manages to shake up the political landscape in a significant way. But that's exactly what's happening in Colorado right now. Thanks to an all-volunteer team, several major issues that strike at the heart of our societal values and, frankly,…

As an educator who's spent years in classrooms, from K-12 to university lecture halls, I've seen firsthand the seismic shifts in how kids engage with the world. And honestly, it’s often a mixed bag, particularly when we talk about screen time vs outdoor play child development. The recent advisory from the U.S. Department of Health…

As a seasoned educator, I've witnessed firsthand the seismic shifts in how children interact with the world. For years, we've grappled with the ever-present glow of screens, but a recent landmark advisory from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has pulled back the curtain on something far more insidious. It's not just…