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School Issues

Michigan Disaster Plans for Schools, Daycare Centers Lacking

Kristen Gibson -
Save the Children, a national organization, says we're among 28 states not making the grade in keeping kids safe. Here's what it found - and what's being done.
School Issues

Excellent Schools Detroit’s Scorecard Grades Detroit Schools

Megan Krueger -
This nonprofit organization just released an unprecedented letter-grade evaluation of more than 200 city schools for 2013, grading them on a variety of factors.
School Issues

Easter Seals Story: Getting Help for Bullying

Kristen J. Gough -
It's a reality many tween and teen kids know too well. Learn how one, Nick Brown, grew more confident and overcame challenges with Easter Seals Michigan.
Indoors

Items to Promote Self-Esteem on Compliment Your Mirror Day

Ashley Mohler -
This quirky, lesser-known holiday gives a nod to self-confidence by showing off the smile inducing effect of a beautiful view - you!
School Issues

Clawson Public School Bus Driver Larry Jose

Jacquie Goetz Bluethmann -
Delivering children to school in a safe and timely is this guy's gig. Learn what it's like and how he's able to make all kids smile and enjoy the ride.
Metro Parent Insider

Metro Parent’s April 2013 Cover Shoot Outtakes

Metro Parent Editorial Team -
Check out the money-inspired cover outtakes from the April issue of Metro Parent, featuring southeast Michigan CoverKid Ava of Fraser.
Special Needs

Making Southeast Michigan Attractions More Autism Friendly

Wensdy Von Buskirk -
How can we make everyday places and people more hospitable? The Autism Alliance of Michigan is teaming with The Henry Ford - and, it hopes, others - to help make this happen for kids.
Special Needs

4th Wall Theatre Company Gives Spotlight to Special Needs Kids

Megan Krueger -
A mobile southeast Michigan troupe offers theater as therapy - and a chance to thrive - for children with autism, Down syndrome and more.
Special Needs

Easter Seals Story: Getting Help for Asperger's Syndrome

Kristen J. Gough -
Was it ADD? Anxiety? The Kozak family didn't know what was plaguing their daughter Abby. But with the help of Easter Seals Michigan, they found out and got the treatment and services they needed.
Special Needs

Is There a Link Between Autism and Moms, Dads Delaying Parenthood?

Stacey Winconek -
First-time parents are older than ever, a study says, and special needs rates have risen in kids. What's the correlation - and what effect do aging dads have on their offspring?
Family health & wellness

Easter Seals Getting Help for Teen Depression

Kristen J. Gough -
Jillian Lustig is among the reported 16 percent of Michigan high school students who have considered suicide. Here's how she got help - and what parents should know.
Parenting

Metro Parent October 2012 Cover Outtakes

Metro Parent Editorial Team -
Check out the outtakes from this month's Rosie the Riveter cover, featuring southeast Michigan CoverKid Veronica.
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Spark curiosity with metro Detroit’s best STEM summer camps

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Discover the best STEM summer camps in metro Detroit, offering hands-on experiences in science and other academic subjects.
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Where to Find The Top Summer Camps for Kids in Oakland County

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Discover the best summer camps in Oakland County, offering STEM, sports, arts, and outdoor adventures for kids of all ages.
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Unleash creativity at these 23 metro Detroit art summer camps for kids

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Explore art summer camps in metro Detroit where kids can learn new mediums, refine skills and create amazing masterpieces.
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