Epic Kids, September 2022
Introducing the September 2022 issue of Epic Kids. Enjoy! Click on the photo above to view the September 2022 issue of Epic Kids. We welcome feedback and story suggestions. Let us know about the epic kids you know in the ...
Third-grade CEO and Epic Kids columnist Nicholas Bubeck Interviews Chris Gronkowski, NFL Player turned CEO of Ice Shaker
Hi, I’m Nicholas, your monthly Epic Kids columnist. I’m a third-grade CEO and I had the cool opportunity to interview Chris Gronkowski. Chris is one of five Gronkowski brothers: Rob, Gordie Jr., Dan, and Glenn. The only one who didn’t ...
Hands on Safety: Scottsdale-Based Program Connects Police Officers and the Community to Keep Kids Safe
By Michelle Talsma Everson Keeping kids safe is a top priority and the Hands On Safety program, ran by the Scottsdale Police Department (PD) Foothills District Crime Prevention Team, was created to do just that. “The Hands On Safety is ...
Big Brothers Big Sisters Unites Children and Teens with Positive Adult Role Models
Big Brothers Big Sisters brings children and teens together with caring, positive adult role models through professionally supported one-to-one mentoring friendships. Together they clear a path to success by breaking societal barriers, closing opportunity gaps, and overcoming adversities. A Big ...
Pop Top Challenge: Annual Friendly Competition Between Local Schools Benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central and Northern Arizona is a “home-away-from-home” for families who must travel to the Valley for medical care for their children. Every day, the house provides a place for families to stay together and close ...
Big Brothers Big Sisters Unites Children with Adult Role Models
EACH TIME BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS PAIRS A CHILD WITH A ROLE MODEL, WE START SOMETHING INCREDIBLE! The Power of our Mission: We unite children and teens with caring positive adult role models through professionally supported one-to-one mentoring friendships. Together ...
Heading Back-to-School Can be Bad for Children’s Mental Health
Back-to-school is a time of stress and anxiety for kids of all ages. This often leads to an increase in adolescent and teen suicides. Unlike adults, who have suicide spikes during the warmer months, suicide rates for children and adolescents ...
Kids Eat Free at Morning Squeeze in August
The groovy breakfast and lunch spot Morning Squeeze is helping parents take a bit of the squeeze out of their wallet this summer. For the month of August, kids 12 and under can eat for free on weekdays from the ...
Department of Education Grants $2 Million to Junior Achievement of Arizona
The Department of Education has granted $2 million to Junior Achievement of Arizona through the ESSER III Setaside funds, which is now called the AZ ARP School & Community Grant, to expand JA Inspire. The additional funds will be used ...
Backpacks Filled with Supplies Delivered to Galveston Elementary School
TruWest Credit Union's Annual School Supply Backpack Drive a Success TruWest Credit Union continues to be a dedicated partner in education through the support of K-12 schools and universities throughout the local community. TruWest held its annual school supply backpack ...
OneAZ Credit Union Launches Teacher Supply Drive Giveaway
Throughout the month of July, Arizonans can donate teaching supplies at any OneAZ branch and enter to win one of three Kids Size Mini-Ford Broncos. “Teachers are the foundation of Arizona's educational system,” said Kim Reedy, OneAZ President and CEO. ...
Learn to Earn! Summer Break is the Perfect Time for Young Adults to Earn and Manage Money.
Don’t Slump in the Summer – Learn to Earn By Rachel Caballero, Community Development Manager at TruWest Credit Union Finally, school’s out for summer break! You’ve worked hard and now you’re looking forward to some free time. You probably have ...
Leilani Bowers Appointed to Balsz School District Governing Board
Leilani Bowers has been appointed to the Balsz School District Governing Board to serve through November of this year to fill the vacancy of former board member Redeem Robinson. Bowers can choose to run a campaign to be elected for ...
Ideas for Summer Vacations and Staycations
Stay & Play or Getaway Ideas for summer vacations and staycations. By Gretchen Pahia Whether you are looking for a vacation or staycation this summer––here are some great ideas, especially if your visit includes a stop in San ...
Camp Geulah Offers Fresh, Innovative Option for Jewish Summer Camp
A fresh and innovative option for Jewish summer camp is now available for families who are seeking a holistic approach to learning. Menachem Mendel Academy (MMA) is launching its first annual summer camp to offer expanded programming to Jewish children ...
The Importance of Summer Reading
Beat The Heat and Encourage Your Kids to Curl Up With a Good Book This Summer By Donna Throckmorton The school year has wrapped up and summer is here. As vacation begins, many parents are struggling to find productive things ...
Second-Ever High School to Open in Maricopa
On May 24, leaders from the Maricopa Unified School District – including Superintendent Dr. Tracey Lopeman, Principal Marlene Armstrong, Assistant Principal Phillip Verdugo, Governing Board President Robert Downey, Vice-President Ben Owens, and Members Torri Anderson, and AnnaMarie Knorr came together ...
Lake Pleasant Offers Food and Fun at Scorpion Bay Grill and Paqua Park
By Gretchen Pahia Scorpion Bay Marina is one of the Valley’s premiere outdoor playgrounds. Located next to Lake Pleasant, the marina is also a tasty spot to grab a bite. No doubt, the lake will be calling your name this ...