From Public School to Homeschool: How to Transition Smoothly

The transition from public school to homeschool can be accompanied both by excitement and eagerness, as well as fears and frustrations. You might be thinking that these feelings are felt solely by the parents, but often, the students experience this same mixed-bag of emotions as they make the big transition, too. After all, the homeschooling experience is drastically different than what they have come to know and expect each day. Giving yourself and your child grace through the transition phase is paramount for setting yourselves up for success as new homeschoolers. While it may seem like you should jump right in on day one, often...

Prevention-Focused Community Policing

Prevention-Focused Community Policing “If you want to go fast, go alone,” says an old adage. “If you want to go far, go together.” When it comes to policing in America and the relationships between police and the communities they serve, it can be said that we have a long way to go. And as wisdom dictates, the best way to bridge that distance is with collaboration and partnership. That spirit of togetherness is what community policing is all about. Here’s a deep dive into the aims and approach of community policing, the importance of a focus on prevention, and how police and communities find pathways to meaningful...