A Los Angeles Itinerary For Kids And Immature Adults
Think of a little girl dressing up in her mom's high heels, make-up and sunglasses, and you'll have an approximation of the essence of Los Angeles. Sure, the city has a veneer of glamour with its Hollywood hullabaloo, and its cultural offerings from …
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Pitts: When it comes to education, don't lower bar, lift kids
I've always suspected my modest SAT score and the fact that I was encouraged to celebrate it said less about me than about the expectations others had of me — and kids like me. So yes, it touches me in a raw spot, this news that two states — Florida …
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Maryland non-profit offers disadvantaged kids opportunities
(CNN) Some kids spend after-school hours and weekends at music classes and football practice. For these kids, summer is the time for space camp and swimming lessons. But those whose families struggle to pay the bills and can't afford extras often miss …
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