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Fun Halloween crafts for kids
Our Pinterest board has tons of ideas to keep kids busy while they wait for that special, spooky night
 Halloween movies for tweens
Movies for that in-between age where they want to be scared, but you don't want them terrified. These movies fit the bill
 Colorful ‘Lizzy’ Romp Teaches Kids to Live in the Now
Curiosity, frustration, imagination, and a unique perspective are at the heart of this tale about Lizzy
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Halloween Events for Families
As Summer leaves us and Fall swoops in, the atmosphere around us changes. Here in the Hudson Valley, there are several locations that offer fun, scares, candy, and costumes that the whole family can enjoy. Make this Halloween season one to remember.
 Hudson Valley Corn Mazes
Many local farms offer hayrides, corn mazes and additional family fun attractions this october. Great family fun is waiting to be had.
10 Family Friendly Halloween Movies
There is nothing better than ending a night of trick or treating snuggled up on the couch with a good Halloween movie. So, grab some cider and popcorn we have a great list of 10 movies your family will love.
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How to help high-achieving students manage stress
School administrators at Howard County Public Schools (HCPS) in Maryland were surprised to learn that high-achieving students wanted to get rid of class rank—a measure of student success that weighs higher-level classes differently when calculating grade point average. The class ranking system created an unnecessary burden, students said, and discouraged them from taking the classes they really wanted.
World Sight Day
Leading Vision Nonprofit OneSight Launches Programs to Support Effort: Global Vision Activities; U.S. Vision Clinics; United Nations Eye Event; Nickelodeon Kid’s Partnership; Social Campaign; Live New York City Event
 Take a memorable stroll through Hudson Valley history this weekend
The Path Through History program and Path Through History Weekends showcase New York State's fascinating history.
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WHAT KIDS SAY ABOUT GOING TO COLLEGE
Last year we interviewed Arlington High School seniors in Dutchess County, NY. They talked about who they are and what they do as well as their plans to navigate getting off to college
Family fun Top Corn Mazes in the Hudson Valley Family fun
Many local farms offer hayrides, corn mazes, and additional family fun attractions this October. Great family fun is waiting to be had.
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