State Reps. From Macomb Get Educated on Early Childhood Resources

Several Macomb County State Representatives recently met with Great Start Macomb to learn more about the countless resources available for the 50,000 children under the age of 5 living in Macomb County.

The problem: one in four children under the age of five are living in poverty in Macomb County, there are 57 main languages spoken at homes in the county and more than 50 percent of children not attending a preschool program before entering kindergarten. The solution: Great Start of Macomb, which is part of statewide initiative that supports families and children 0-5 so they can start school ready to learn and succeed. Great Start, which is primarily funded by the state and a number or Michigan-based foundations, was created in 2004 to restructure the state’s investment in children. The Macomb Chapter opened in 2008 and connects parents with local organizations such as the Health Department, faith-based communities, the Macomb Literacy …

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Balancing Extra-curricular Activities

A new school year brings about new schedules, new commitments, and often times an overflowing calendar of events. Let the balancing act begin!

There is little doubt that the schedules of most families today are overflowing with extra-curricular activities: dance practice, soccer and football just to name a few. The options are endless for organized activities in our society. Every second of everyday could virtually be filled if you so desired, but what if you are yearning for some balance? How do you choose what your children participate in? A wise family friend of mine gave me some advice on this, and I thought I would share with all of you! When the kids are in bed sit down with your significant other and make a list of goals for each of your children (15-25 life goals). Yes, each child should have their own list. What direction do you desire your children to go? What do you …

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Detroit Lion Visits South Lake

NFL safety Louis Delmas of the Detroit Lions spoke to South Lake High School students about "Cavalier Character" on Tuesday.

Louis Delmas uses his muscle to lead by example on the football field as safety for the Detroit Lions. But without his helmet and uniform, the outgoing Delmas used his words as he spoke from the heart Tuesday to nearly 700 South Lake High School students, faculty and administrators about the importance of character in their daily lives. "It is most important you treat (parents and teachers) with utmost respect," Delmas told the students. "You need to take responsibility for your actions. You guys are at an improtant point in your life right now. Every action that you do (now) determines your life after high school. It is important you make the right choices." Throughout his nearly 15-minute speech and interaction with the students, the …

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