All posts by Kate Desnoyers-Mundt
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Forest bathing may be antidote to stress
As American students scroll aimlessly through their Instagram and social media feeds, they may come across a reel about a new trend in health. Forest...
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Chromebook use comes with considerations
Across America, in all kinds of school districts, public and private schools, urban and rural students are powering up their Chromebooks at the first bell....
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Avoid winter time blues with these steps
Winter can be a fun time of the year but also depressing. The sun sets early, and the darkness can be draining for some people....
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Baking sure fire way to warm up holiday spirit
Holiday time comes and goes and what gets remembered the most are the treats and baked goods that everyone looks forward to indulging in. The...
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Follow these tips for kindling your holiday spirit
Holidays can be stressful for many different reasons, including financial stress, sickness, problems at home, overwhelming anxiety or loneliness. Many of us imagine the holidays...
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Animal sanctuaries offer fulfilling options for both animals and caretakers
Over 2,500 years ago, King Devanampiya Tissa was hunting deer in Mihintale. The king was sighted by India’s emperor Ashoka’s son Arahath Mahinda. Mahinda was...
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Influencers’ reach is long, growing
Influencers are everywhere. Sometimes a person can be influenced by an author, teacher, movie star or even just a friend who they may share things...
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Curriculum emphasizing sustainability critical to educating next generation of environmental leaders
As climate changes the livability of our towns, cities and planet, should the state education systems include sustainable living courses in their common core standards,...
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Diversity of fruits, veggies key to healthy diet
North America is known for its fast food restaurants and its unhealthy menus. Many generations now have grown up with hamburgers, fries and loads of...
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Generational assertions overlook contexts of individuality
Older people have always said, “The kids these days…”, and then a biting commentary follows about their behavior or habits of the younger generation, usually...
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Holmes freshmen begin swimming unit
The swimming unit at the two junior high schools began the week of Jan. 17-20, and it lead to mixed feelings for those participating. “Before the swim unit started,...
