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Woodside Priory School Just behind the neighborhood apple stand and down a short country road, Woodside Priory School stretches across 50 acres of gentle hills in Portola Valley Read More...  |
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Nutrition: Tummy Tips The holidays are a joyous time, however they can contribute to unhealthy eating habits. It begins in October with the Halloween candy and never-ending sweets, followed by the rich holiday comfort foods. Read More...
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Santa Barbara Middle School More than 30 years ago, a group of conscientious students, parents and teachers established Santa Barbara Middle School to create a stimulating, creative academic environment that would be responsive to the diverse needs of middle school students. Read More... |
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Tropical Treats for Winter Skin and Hair Woes Honey, oatmeal, and coconut oil — YUM! Sounds like the makings of a tropical treat. Actually, these are the ingredients for ultra-moisturizing, stress-eliminating hair and skin elixirs. Read More...
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St. Andrew’s Episcopal School Set on seven acres encompassing buildings, playing fields and a small stream in Saratoga, St. Andrew’s Episcopal School strives to offer not only excellent academics, but a mindful eye toward developing an inclusive community for students and their families. Read More... |
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Pre-K or Kindergarten Kindergarten is the traditional first step for many 5-year-olds starting their stint in elementary school. But plenty of other kids might be better suited for a pre-kindergarten program, whether it’s in a public or private school setting. Read More... |
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Parents Place The Bay Area’s acclaimed Parents Place offers guidance and encouragement to families through an extensive range of classes, workshops, resource materials, counseling and consultation. Read More... |
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Educational Consultants There’s no question that, for most parents, their children’s education is a top priority. Yet the complexities involved with choosing the best school, program, or college can often be confusing, frustrating and overwhelming. Read More... |
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Mission College Preparatory Catholic High School The big "M" painted on the hill stands for Mission College Preparatory Catholic High School, but it could easily stand for motivated or mindful to describe the 300 students at this Diocesan Catholic School in downtown San Luis Obispo. Read More... |
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Pediatric Alternatives Parents agree their children’s health is priority number one. While many parents rely exclusively on Western medicine to treat childhood illnesses, more and more are turning to alternative healthcare options. Read More...
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All Saints Episcopal Day School Developing the desire to learn in an environment of spiritual growth and service to others. Celebrating 48 years of service and dedication, All Saints’ Episcopal Day School, situated among the beautiful hills of Carmel Valley, has provided an exceptional education for students of the Monterey Peninsula. Read More... |
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California Coastal Camping California's coastline offers beautiful sights and sounds that are sure to impress. The vast ocean coupled with nature's greenery creates the perfect environment for families to enjoy and experience the great outdoors. Read More...
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KinderCare Learning Centers KinderCare Learning Centers have created nurturing early-learning environments where young children develop socially, emotionally, and academically. Read More... |
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Original Sprout Most parents would like to believe they can trust words like “natural” and “organic” but California Coast Parent did a bit of research and found out that when it comes to baby bath and body products, that’s just not the case. Read More...
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Santa Catalina School Located on the picturesque Monterey Peninsula, Santa Catalina School is an independent Catholic school for girls and boys in pre-K through eighth grade, and girls in grades nine through twelve. Read More... |
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The Aquarium of the Bay San Francisco Bay—we’ve flown over it, we’ve driven over it, we’ve hiked the shorelines, but do we really know what’s in it? The Aquarium of the Bay is a one-of-a-kind nature center focused on showcasing and preserving the habitat of the San Francisco Bay. Read More...
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Sylvan Learning Sylvan Learning is a leading provider of tutoring and supplemental educational services at more than 1,100 learning centers in the United States, Canada, and abroad. Read More... |
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Outward bound Outward and upward seems to be the trend with teens, educators, and adults that participate in Outward Bound’s Wilderness Courses. Read More...
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Providence Hall High School In 2007, Providence Hall High School was born from the efforts of a group of Christian leaders in Santa Barbara who aspired to form an independent college preparatory school integrating strong academics with the Christian faith. Read More... |
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California Whitewater Rafting Summer vacation just got very exciting. Very. Why? Two words: All-Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting. (I know, that’s more than two words, but that’s how exciting this is!) Read More...
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Midland School Set on nearly 3,000 stunning acres in Santa Barbara County, California, Midland School offers a unique college preparatory boarding school experience to students in grades 9 through 12. Read More... |
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Castroville Artichoke Festival Inconspicuously located along California’s Central Coast, Castroville, the artichoke capital of the world has been not-so-quietly hosting an artichoke festival for fifty years…and it’s all heart! Read More...
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The Crowden School Located in Berkeley, California, The Crowden School offers students in grades 4 through 8 a unique middle-school experience, combining rigorous academics with an illustrious chamber music program. Read More... |
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Big Brothers Big Sisters The time Bigs and Littles spend together is intended to be relatively free-form so that everyone involved is having the most rewarding experience possible. Read More...
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The Bay School The Bay School of San Francisco, an independent non-sectarian high school, develops and prepares students for a global community. Read More... |
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Sycamore Springs Resort Perched on 116 acres along the scenic Pacific Coast, halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Sycamore Springs Resort and Spa is an enchanting haven where one can "refresh, renew, and restore one’s mind, body and spirit." Read More...
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Laguna Blanca School With a 75-year legacy of academic excellence based on the core values of scholarship, character, balance, and community, Laguna Blanca is Santa Barbara’s premiere college preparatory K through 12 school. Read More... |
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San Francisco Zoo The childhood chant, “Happy birthday to you, you live in the zoo” takes on a whole new meaning at the San Francisco Zoo this year. Read More...
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Ojai Valley School Integer Vitae, or Wholeness of Life, is the philosophy at Ojai Valley School, an independent, coeducational boarding and day school located in picturesque Ojai, California. Read More... |
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Bacara Resort & Spa Picture yourself entering a world of luxury, serenity, and elegance complete with dazzling ocean views, crystal clean air, and glistening sand beaches. Read More...
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San Carlos School Situated on the grounds of the San Carlos Cathedral in downtown Monterey, San Carlos School is one of the Central Coast’s oldest and most respected K through 8 schools. Since its opening in 1898, San Carlos has been committed to providing children with the highest quality Catholic education. Read More... |
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Teach with Africa A woman with a big heart and a selfless wish list decided to buy herself a birthday gift in the form of educating students in Africa. She sent twelve US educated teachers to Cape Town, Africa, to teach elementary school. Read More...
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Lindamood-Bell Many children and adults struggle with problems related to reading, spelling, language comprehension, and language expression. Factor in diagnoses like dyslexia, attention deficit disorder, hyperlexia, and autism and it can be difficult to... Read More... |
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Corprate Kids Events Corporate Kids Events, Inc., known for customized childcare provided by credentialed caregivers, serves clients with a wide range of childcare needs. Read More...
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Stratford Schools Nearly 4,000 students at Stratford Schools put the motto “Summa spes, summa res,” which translates to “High hopes, high things,” into action each day. Read More... |
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Chaminade Resort & Spa With its elegant Mediterranean-style architecture set within tranquil surroundings, the atmosphere at Chaminade promotes relaxation for mind, body, and soul. Read More...
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Stevenson’s Upper School Stevenson School in internationally celebrated Pebble Beach, California, is as renowned for its beauty as it is for its academic prowess. Towering pines of the Del Monte Forest surround lovely buildings that were clearly designed and built to sit in harmony with the breathtaking natural landscape. Read More... |
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Big Sur Treasure The 90-mile rugged stretch of coatline south of Carmel Highlands offers a unique opportunity to gain rar, healthy perspectives that human souls seem to crave. Read More...
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Marin Country Day School Marin Country Day School inspires children to develop a love of learning, thoughtful perspectives, and a diversity of skills; nurtures a deep sense of respect, responsibility, and compassion; and challenges them to envision and work toward a better world. Read More... |
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Falling for Felton
Filled with redwoods and rivers, your family will fall in love with the little mountain town of Felton. Read More...
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Exploring the Exploratorium
It's like a science fair on steroids-it's fun! The hustle, The Bustle, Touch everything ... run around ... have a great time. It's the ultimate in one-size-fits-all, hands-on entertainment for all ages. Read More...
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San Jose's Tech Museum
of Innovation We built supersonic state-of-the-art roller coasters, raced imaginative boats, spliced genes, even learned how to ride a Segway-all of this in a matter of hours. Of course we were at San Jose's Tech Museum of Innobation. Read More...
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Discovering Ancient Egypt... In San Jose It felt as if we were walking along the banks of the Nile. Osiris and Ra gaze down at us from papyrus lined pathways. A sphinx serenely surveys the lawn. We slowly advance upon the temple,... Read More...
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Cord Banc USA Storing a baby’s umbilical cord blood is often referred to as the perfect insurance policy. The reason is simple yet astounding: This blood is rich in lifesaving stem cells that can help protect a child’s future health. Read More...
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Bikers Against Child Abuse The distant roar outside the house becomes louder and louder. Flashes of chrome reflect on the windows as a loud noise vibrates the glass. The noise gets closer by the second, rumbling in a united thunderous sound. For many abused children, it is the sound of hope. Read More...
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Elder Care Consultant Elder care consultants help you make informed choices about the best care for your aging parents and grandparents. Read More...
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DOOR TO HOPE Alcoholism and drug addiction are thieves. They rob us of our loved ones. They pickpocket job opportunities, close relationships, and physical safety. Worst of all, they deprive children of a healthy, secure childhood. Read More...
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