Are your kids getting too much screen time?
Excessive screen time is linked to childhood obesity by Ashley Ebert, Exercise Physiologist Screen time, lack of sleep, decreased physical…
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Fear and confidence in public speaking By Michael K. Smith, Ph.D. “The fear of appearing foolish can only be alleviated…
Dear Knox County Schools’ families 9
By Dr. Jim McIntyre, Superintendent of Knox County Schools Dear Knox County Schools’ Families, The Knox County Schools continues to…
Being smart behind the wheel
By Chief Lee Tramel, Knox County Sheriff’s Office When I was 16-years-old, I remember thinking, “As long as I stay…
Summertime orthodontic emergencies
Some “home remedies” when you’re away from home by Jeffrey Eberting, D.M.D., M.S. As the song from Gershwin’s “Porgy and…
Dear Knox County Schools’ families 8
By Dr. Jim McIntyre, Superintendent of Knox County Schools Dear Knox County Schools’ Families, Welcome to summer! While the summer…
Ten terrific books about getting active
By Erin Nguyen, Children’s Department, Knox County Public Library Rhinos Who Skateboard by Julie Mammano PreK-2nd Rhinos spend a fun…
Get active, and move toward a healthier lifestyle
Though your day may be filled with shuttling your children to and from school, going to work and doing household…
Get Active… With Math?
So I admit I’m a stair-counter. I can’t go up or down stairs without counting them. For example, I just…
Get active!
It sounds like an invitation to exercise, doesn’t it? Well, if we have fallen into stagnation (the lack of mobility…
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