As school districts work to improve their safety measures, many agree that student mental health is a critical part of a strong security plan. Mental health experts report seeing increases in the number of students suffering from anxiety, depression and trauma. Learn what area schools are doing to address this component of school safety.

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This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere,” works to educate people about three basic but essential steps to take to reduce the likelihood of having a fire — and how to escape safely in the event of one.

Lawrence understands that children learn differently. And so they teach differently – adapting the learning environment to suit the needs of students instead of the other way around. Its students come from more than 80 communities in Northeast Ohio and beyond.

Typically, a child's hearing is tested at birth and, if it’s normal, is not tested again until approaching age 4. A good indicator of hearing ability is overall speech and language development. Learn some signs of hearing and speech development that may indicate whether or not your child should be screened or tested further.

In the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner sits down with local radio personality Sara Carnes, co-host of the Family-Friendly Morning Show on 95.5 The Fish, to discuss how parents can create calmness for themselves and their family.

America’s favorite java jumpstart packs powerful perks beyond an energy boost. Ongoing research shows that it may be protective against many medical conditions. Although coffee itself is good for you, what you do to it — adding refined sugar, artificial sweeteners and fat-filled creamers — can do a lot of damage. Learn some simple substitutions for a healthier cup, plus find an easy recipe to craft your own pumpkin spice latte at home.

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