The sooner children are exposed to reading, says Sarah Crisler- Ruskey, director of the Harrison County Library System, the better. “We know from extensive research that children who are read to have an exponentially greater chance of future success than those who don’t get exposed to books,” Crisler-Ruskey says. “It’s so important for children to […]
By Dr. Tracy Daniel-Hardy I have found that scheduling an extra 45 minutes to an hour for appointment travel time reduces frustration for my parents and me. I used to time it perfectly, giving me just long enough to drive up, run in, grab them and speed off to the appointment. That strategy rarely worked […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every facet of daily life, and for parents of school-age children, the impact has been especially obvious. Last school year was filled with many challenges for students and their families. Here’s a look at some problems your child still may be facing and tips for overcoming them as we begin […]
Whether they are bonded by circumstance or related by blood, sisters have a special connection. They share laughs and tears, and although they sometimes disagree, they can always count on each other. National Sister’s Day, observed the first Sunday in August, celebrates this unique relationship — but you don’t need a biological sibling to appreciate […]
WENDI HUSLEY Principal, Gulfport High School Husley, previously assistant principal of Gulfport High, is beginning her 23rd year with the Gulfport School District. What are you most looking forward to in your new role?: I am looking forward to being more involved in the decision-making process. This will continue to drive opportunities for excellence in […]
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By Jessica Rankin It’s 6 a.m., and the house is quiet and still. The dog is snoring while happily dreaming of, well … whatever dogs dream of. I am awake and busily drafting the beginning line of my daily journal entry: “This is the day you have made; I will be joyful and glad in […]
As school resumes across the Coast, students will return to the classroom — but some protocols from the COVID-19 pandemic will remain. Throughout the Harrison County School District, for instance, drivers will disinfect the buses at the end of all routes. Sneeze guards and touchless hand sanitization stations will be placed at each serving line […]
