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Publisher’s Note Lynn Knighton

Therapeutic Parenting Small changes can make huge impacts in your daily parenting struggles.

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Setting Intentions in the New Year

Take a fresh approach to your 2021 New Year’s resolutions.

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Therapeutic Parenting Sonia Martin, LICSW, PIP

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Everything in Between Common Sense Media

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Dave Says Dave Ramsey

Finding the Right Private School

Ideas to help you discover the right fit for your child and family.

Private School Guide

Details on Pensacola private schools including cost, registration dates, curriculum and more.

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Chuck and Amber Craig and big brother to Anniston (4). Traceton loves reading, playing with his dog, skateboarding, and Nerf wars.

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Ohhhhh 2020... where do I even begin? We welcomed you with open arms, as we naively anticipated the “excitement” that you would bring. On paper, you looked great. The economy was rolling strong, we were moving into a new house, we had plans to go on a “real” vacation for our 25th anniversary in April! Little did we know of your plans.

As much as I would love to bid 2020 adieu and never look back, I feel compelled to reflect on some of the lessons learned and growth experienced during what became a very unique year. This control freak of a girl has learned to try to let go a bit and enjoy the ride (even if that means screaming as the ride goes downhill while still maintaining hope because there will be an up at some point). I have learned how to make a killer banana crème cheesecake, which leads to my next lesson... no amount of walking around my neighborhood will burn as many calories as the arc trainer at the gym, and a home gym is a great way to...well...collect dust. So, right under letting go of things I can’t control, being more intentional with my exercise routine is on the top on my New Year’s resolutions list.

What lessons have you learned by living through 2020? Are they part of your New Year’s resolutions? As you set your resolutions for 2021, I encourage you to read Sarah Lyons feature, Setting Intentions in the New Year, on page 18. She helps us set some realistic goals without setting ourselves up to “fail”.

January not only brings thoughts of resolutions, but also kick starts thoughts of all that the upcoming year will bring, and before you know it, school registrations. You may be thinking, “What? We are not even halfway through this school year.” The reality is many public schools, preschools, and private schools will start hosting open houses and registrations in the next couple of months.

If you are fortunate enough to be zoned for a public school that is a great fit for your child, you are in luck! The process for registration is really simple. However, if for some reason your zoned school is not a fit for your family, you may be looking at other options, either one of the local private schools or one of the local School Choice public schools. Start by reading How to Find the Right Private School for Your Child on page 20. In her feature, Kimberley Spivey reveals several points to consider when checking out local schools. Next, flip to page 31 where you will find the Private School Guide.

As we kick off 2021, I encourage you not to just throw 2020 in the garbage, but look back and find the special blessings. I know in our home we have had some really great family time, bringing our girls closer than ever. We have had some deep and meaningful conversations on diversity, unity and how to care for others. And we have been able to encourage one another as we weather the storms (pun intended). As for 2021, I wish each and every one of you a healthy, prosperous year filled with joyous laughter, family reunions, neighborhood BBQs and a sea of bright smiles that I have missed so much being hidden by masks. Don’t get me wrong, I am not expecting things to instantly change just because the calendar changes, but I am filled with hope for the future.

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by Sonia Martin, LICSW, PIP

Small Changes for Huge Impact At the risk of sounding outrageously cliché as we enter into a new year – allow me to encourage you with this: New year, new you. And yes, before you roll your eyes at me – and before I roll my eyes at myself for that matter - I realize and recognize we hear that everywhere. I know we see that on every diet commercial, billboard and ad for the magic whatever that promises to change our life.

I also know that, much like other piercing platitudes, there does tend to be a ring of truth buried somewhere in there, and a fresh start to a new year really is no different.

Sometimes we need markers in time wherein we can set goals or restart or refresh our focus, and parenting is certainly no different. As the chaos of the Christmas season passes us by, the new year really can be a time for a new beginning. Grab hold of that opportunity. Allow it to help you reset and reconsider some parenting approaches that haven’t worked or take a fresh look at the same old behaviors that just keep coming at you. There is hope – there is help, and

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a new year is the perfect time to welcome in a refreshing change.

My encouragement to you would be to make a list of the top three areas of parenting or behaviors that you are struggling with right now and make solution-seeking to those three things your focus. When we feel discouraged and overwhelmed we tend to think that “everything” is bad. “Everything” isn’t working and “nothing” will ever, ever get better. But before you cascade into a pit of emotional chaos, pause and identify your top three.

Is every day in carpool the absolute hardest part of your day because your typically wellmannered children suddenly become feral and begin arguing and whining the minute those seatbelts are engaged? In response to that, can you make a small change in your routine wherein you have a snack and water bottle waiting for them on their seat and a children’s book on CD from the library that everyone listens to on the way home? Small change, huge impact.

Can you purpose to shift your morning routine just a bit and build in five

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minutes to snuggle with and rock that toddler first thing in the morning; the toddler who is in the midst of the “terrible” twos and who seems to do nothing else except whine 17 hours a day demanding your attention? Small change, huge impact.

Can you posture yourself in a manner wherein you are willing to grab a $5 Hot-nReady pizza on your way home from work and quietly drop it at the bedroom door of that grumpy teenager for no reason at all, other than to communicate that you are here for him? Small change, huge impact.

We can’t fix it all, and parenting will always be the hardest thing we do. But also remember that hard does not equal bad.

Hard is just sometimes…well, hard. But by trouble shooting manageable bits and pieces at a time, we can turn around a year from now, as we usher in 2022, and see just how far we’ve come. After all, we survived 2020 – so clearly anything is possible.

Sonia is a licensed social worker and holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Social Work. Her clinical focus is on helping parents and professionals understand the role of the brain in behavior and how to adopt therapeutic parenting techniques to mitigate negative behaviors. She is the Director of Central Alabama for Lifeline Children’s Services and is a mother to 7 sons, 3 of which were internationally adopted and she is a foster parent.

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Pensacola Double Bridge Run

Krewe of Sparta Holds Annual Humanitarian Award

Saturday, February 6 The Pensacola Double Bridge Run presented by Publix is one of the premier 15K races in the country. Pensacola Sports is pleased to announce the run will go on as scheduled this year. Although the race will have a very different look, it will have the same great features and more. While the exact route is still being finalized, the race will begin and end on Pensacola Beach and will include running over the Bob Sikes Bridge twice and into the City of Gulf Breeze. In addition to these course changes, the 15K will also include at least part of the south section of the Pensacola Bay Bridge.

The new Gen. Chappie James Bridge was damaged during Hurricane Sally in 2020 and is being repaired with a planned reopening in March. Pensacola Sports considered a variety of alternate courses, settling on this route which still includes both bridges and Pensacola Beach, a major draw of the event.

There is much to see and lots to do in Pensacola, Gulf Breeze and Pensacola Beach. This event is an ideal winter getaway including natural beauty, outdoor enjoyment, history, art, entertainment and shopping.

For more info, e-mail jlibbert@pensacolasports.com or visit https://pensacolasports.org/.

Pensacola’s All Krewe Food Drive Challenge to benefit Manna Food Ministries will be held January 19-February 4.

Krewes may schedule their weigh-in by contacting Kerri Smayda at (850) 432-2053 or kerri@mannahelps.org.

Donations are down this year due to Covid, so we are bringing back DOUBLE POINTS for Manna’s most-needed items, which include: chicken and tuna (pouches and cans no larger than 16-oz.), microwaveable dinners (e.g. Hormel Compleats) and fruit in 100% juice (cans no larger than 32 oz. and cups with peel-off tops). Please separate all double point items before arriving.

Other needed items (not for double points) include: oatmeal (boxes containing single-serve packets), assorted vegetables (cans no larger than 32 oz. and cups with peel-off tops) canned dinners (stew, chicken and dumplings, etc. no larger than 32 oz. cans) and dry beans in 1-lb. bags.

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Upcoming Events at the Saenger

Black Jacket Symphony Performs Pink Floyd’s The Wall Saturday, January 30 @ 8 p.m.

Black Jacket Symphony performances are separated into two sets. The first set features the album being recreated as a true symphonic piece. The second set, which features a selection of the album artist’s “greatest hits,” opens in full contrast to the first set with an incredible light display and the symphony being much more laid back. Tickets begin at $35.

White Tie Rock Ensemble Presents Glam Rock!

Saturday, February 6 @ 8 p.m.

Come experience an evening of glamorous rock and roll as the White Tie Rock Ensemble presents a tribute to Rod Stewart, Elton John, David Bowie and Queen! Tickets start at $28.

For tickets or more info about these events, call (850) 5953880 or visit www.pensacolasaenger.com/.

Pensacola Ice Flyers Hold Shorter Season

The Pensacola Ice Flyers will be part of a shortened season in the Southern Professional Hockey League with half the teams and 14 less games, but they are committed to play a 42-game schedule.

The Ice Flyers will be joined in an All-South Division season by the Birmingham Bulls, Huntsville Havoc, Knoxville Ice Bears and Macon Mayhem. Each team will have a schedule of 21 home, 21 away games as opposed to a 56-game schedule that has existed since the league was founded in 2004.

Season tickets and single game tickets are on sale now. Visit https://pensacolaiceflyers.com/2020-21-full-schedule/ for dates, times and ticket info.

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St. Paul Student Council Assembles Thanksgiving Baskets

Thanks to the generous families at St. Paul Catholic School, our Student Council assembled 30 Thanksgiving meal bags for families in need this season. Each bag included everything needed for a full Thanksgiving feast. Those thirty families were able to enjoy the blessings of our Lord this Thanksgiving. The bags were blessed during school Mass as students prayed for the families receiving them.

Dragon Day at CLA

Creative Learning Academy students are involved in a number of civic and community improvement efforts as part of our Dragon Day service learning initiative. Understanding the value of contributing time and energy in an effort to help others is an important part of a student’s social and emotional development. Service Learning is different from community service in that students take time to learn about the causes they are promoting and learn through the experiences of service.

For this year’s first Dragon Day the students, faculty and staff collected food donations throughout the month of November to give to Manna Food Pantries.

It has become an annual tradition for the CLA community to collect as much food as possible during the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving break. The last day of school before the break was spent reflecting on being thankful and loading the Mayflower truck. The students filled the truck one class at a time while proudly sporting their CLA Dragon Strong school T-shirts. The truck was loaded with 1900 pounds of food which will feed close to 600 people in our community.

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At Sacred Heart Cathedral School we love that our neighborhood students use green transportation when traveling to and from school. Pedal power makes us stewards of the earth.

Montessori Students Attract Butterflies

Montessori School of Pensacola’s elementary students at the Montessori Drive campus created “Grateful Gardens” with signs displaying what they are grateful for. Within an hour of planting, Lower Elementary children were ecstatic to see several Gulf Fritillary butterflies visit the plants! The school is recognized as a Monarch Butterfly Waystation and students work with their gardening classes to ensure the campuses have specific plants to attract not only monarchs, but several types of butterflies. Additionally, MSP Middle School students planted cold weather annuals to brighten their garden.

Dr. Maria Montessori placed a great emphasis on nature and nature education. MSP follows her suggestion that the outdoor environment is an extension of the classroom.

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EHCS Senior Signs Soccer Commitment

East Hill Christian School senior Luke Seelmann has signed with Millsaps College in Jackson, Miss., to play NCAA Division III soccer next year. A ceremony took place at school on November 13 recognizing Seelmann for both the soccer scholarship and an academic scholarship.

“Before, I wasn’t sure if I could play in college,” he said. “I wasn’t sure if I’d be able to live up to that. It’s cool to have this in common with my dad now.”

Seelmann’s dad, Rudy Seelmann, is the head soccer coach at East Hill and played NCAA soccer in college in the 1990s. Luke contributes to the Eagles soccer team both defensively and offensively earning many awards each season for his performance.

Youth Poetry Contest Open to Middle and High School Students

Our youth is our future. How do they see the world? How do they face challenges? Are they hopeful?

The West Florida Literary Federation (WFLF) is giving middle school and high school students in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties (grades 6-12) the chance to share their voices and stories in the 2021 Youth Poetry Contest, “Unmute Yourself.” The contest is open to public, private and homeschooled students.

Read poetry themes, full guidelines and details about this opportunity at https://wflf.org/CommunityEvents. Student winners will be announced in April and gain the opportunity to win a cash prize and be recognized. Use your voice.

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Pensacola Catholic High School Holds National Honor Society Induction

The Aquinas Chapter of the National Honor Society of Pensacola Catholic High School held its annual Induction ceremony December 4 in the school gymnasium. The Society is open to junior and senior students who are eligible based on four criteria: scholarship, leadership, service and character. Students who meet the scholarship requirement based on their GPA are evaluated by the CHS faculty for the equally important criteria of leadership, service and character.

While the induction ceremony was modified slightly to meet COVID restrictions, inductees were able to invite two guests and the ceremony was broadcast to the classrooms throughout campus as well as to family and friends across the country. Moderator Christine Day is a graduate of CHS. She and her co-moderator, Mary Katherine Gottstine, were members of the NHS in high school. They facilitate two service projects each year. They collect reading glasses and batteries for the Alfred Washburn Center and they collect Easter baskets for children served by Gulf Coast Kids’ House.

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Redeemer Students Were Sent to Serve

Redeemer Lutheran students and families collected more than 450 food items during their “Sent to Serve Food Drive.” All items were donated to Warrington Emergency Aid Center.

Our school theme this year is Mathew 20:28: “Even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

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Redeemer Lutheran Participates in Operation Christmas Child

With our focus on serving others this school year, Redeemer Lutheran students helped fill more than 85 boxes for Operation Christmas Child. We are excited to share the love of Christ around the world.

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Sacred Heart Students Serve

Sacred Heart Cathedral School strives to provide humble service to our community. Our eighth-grade students participate in quarterly service projects. One of the many projects includes cooking and delivering meals for the members of our community who are in need.

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Practical Life Skills in a Montessori Classroom

Practical Life is a curriculum area seen in Montessori classrooms. Children practice everyday skills and concentration to work toward being independent. Pouring is popular work in the Practical Life sections of a Montessori classroom, where students get to practice pouring from different types of vessels, with liquids or dry materials. These exercises help children develop fine motor skills.

Dr. Montessori observed and wrote about the joy and sense of accomplishment that children experience from mastering different practical life skills. At Montessori School of Pensacola, students from 18 months through 8th grade practice, fine-tune, and master varying everyday skills, as well as contribute to the classroom community by helping do things like sweep, straighten and clean. This Primary classroom child is enjoying work that uses cups and a funnel with dyed liquid for pouring.

St. Paul Observes Veterans Day

The Student Council at St. Paul Catholic School organized and created a beautiful display of photos of our Spartans’ special veterans. Faculty and students shared stories of their special veteran with the student body. Students made donations totalling $542.46 to benefit Wounded Veterans. SPCS is forever grateful for our veterans!

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Career Academies Bring Real-World Experiences to Students There are 52 career academies in the seven different high schools in Escambia County. Booker T. Washington Media Academy is one of the newest academies in the county, which made it even sweeter to be selected as ECSD Career Academy of the Year for 2019-2020. Career academies recruit teachers from the workforce so they can bring real-world experiences to the classroom. Cultivating students’ understanding of the career field and building their skill sets is a top priority followed closely by a goal of cultivating leaders among students.

Mary Eloise Barfield, a senior at Washington, is currently the student leader over the Media Academy.

“I enjoy the responsibility,” said the Media Academy’s senior production manager. “I’m the type of person who loves having plenty of things to do, so being in the leadership position, especially, gives me more things to keep track of. Figuring out problems is the best thing about it.”

Pam Hicks has been an educator for 42 years. She has been at Washington for 13 years and has seen the development of Career Academy learning at Washington.

“Academy students hold themselves to a higher standard,” said Hicks. “They are willing to come to school early and stay late to accomplish projects. [The Media Academy] students are more confident with producing and sending out videos.”

An Academy leadership position can also mean honing the skill of inspiring others to do more. “Sometimes people don’t want to do the work and the biggest thing I’ve learned being a leader in the academy is to try to push those people out of their comfort zone or to make it easier for them so we can get a product out of them,” said Barfield.

Enrolled students complete four years of the career academy content. Media Academy students also become certified in Adobe Premiere Pro editing software as well as in

Adobe Photoshop. This further represents their qualifications to the video industry.

Ninth-grade guidance counselor Holly Shumpert said it can sometimes be confusing for students to understand the academy purpose, but joining an academy is beneficial if it serves students’ goals on their path after high school. “Most of the students who participate in our academies are goal-driven students. They are usually very on the ball and tend to be leaders in other places around campus,” said Shumpert.

“Their grades are usually above the average of the school.”

Barfield says the leadership qualities can vary. She’s an outspoken leader, but a quiet shy student can lead as well. The biggest example she’s seen of this is in her fellow student leader, Brian Walker, the assistant news director.

“He’s shy and doesn’t say much, but we have brought him out of his shell and he knows what to do and how to get it done.

I think it’s the work and having responsibilities,” said Barfield. “He has completely switched and now he’s one of the most important roles in our Academy.”

Walker, also a senior, agreed that he has come a long way. He had low attendance before having more of a role in the Media Academy. Now, he has a different outlook. “I knew it was for the class, so I pushed myself to do it,” said Walker. “I’ve got to be the switcher and get the newscast done, so I know I have to go.”

Merrill Dickerson, Media Academy sports director, added that she has seen different people completely transform being in the Academy. “In the Media Academy, every single person has a role, and no one can really sit back and let the president or teacher do all the talking. Every single person has something to do and there’s never a class where we are just sitting there,” said Dickerson. “I’m definitely more of a leader

because of being in the Academy. I have gotten to lead the sports (video production) team and I’ve been on a team that won a competition and through the Academy I got nominated to be the Presidential Scholar for my district.”

Barfield said she will be finding someone to train for next year during the spring semester, so the Academy can keep being the best. The Media Academy has been pivotal in developing her future endeavors.

“I’m thinking of going into communications or public relations. I’m not exactly sure what I want to do yet, but this experience has definitely let me realize that I like the social media aspect a lot and I could definitely do something with that in the future and this academy has made me realize that.”

Walker said he also sees himself doing something related to his familiarity in the Media Academy. “I’m certified [in Adobe Premiere Pro] so it’s something I know,” said Walker. “I’m thinking of joining the military and doing this.”

Shown, Superintendent Tim Smith records his introduction message using the BTWHS Media Academy production team made up of Brian Walker, Mary Eloise Barfield and Amberly Gaspard. Photo

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Michelangelo Inspires St. Paul Artists

Fifth-grade students at St. Paul Catholic School channeled Michelangelo recently in the art room by painting al fresco, the technique used to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Students painted onto still-wet plaster for a STREAM unit on the Renaissance.

Their creations were a fun way to bring together all they had learned and studied about the Renaissance!

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CLA Students Take on Draykon

Throughout the first semester at Creative Learning Academy, sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade students have been participating in Project Draykon. This is an in-depth project that first involved researching and writing a thesis. Students then created artifacts and presentation materials. Lastly, students defended their findings to a panel of teachers and administrators.

“I felt a little intimidated when the project was first introduced to me. I knew it would be a lot of work.

However, I ended up really enjoying it because I got to personalize it and I learned a lot,” said a sixthgrade student.

“I am really proud of the outcome.”

CLA students are given countless opportunities starting at the pre-primary level to speak in front of their peers and school community, which in turn prepares them for many public speaking possibilities throughout their educational and eventually professional careers.

East Hill Christian Packs Christmas Shoeboxes

One of our best service projects at East Hill Christian School each year is Operation Christmas Child through Samaritan’s Purse. Elementary students brought a variety of items to fill more than 40 boxes this year. Items ranged from stuffed animals and small toys to toothbrushes, hairbrushes, and other school items that are readily available in our community but would not be common in communities where the shoeboxes are being sent.

A couple of individuals from our school donated the shipping cost for our boxes to be sent. A big thank you goes out to each student and family who contributed this year! Let’s pray for the recipients who will not only receive these great gifts but will hear about the greatest gift, Jesus; our prayer is that they would put their faith in Jesus as their Lord and Savior.

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MSP Students Enjoy Cooler Temps

Montessori School of Pensacola’s Primary class children love spending time outside. Not only do they get chances to expend energy, but they also get mask breaks. With the cooler temperatures, classes are able to have more time outside.

Studies show that play is essential to the healthy development of children. From a very early age, play is how children interact with the world around them.

Developmentally appropriate playground equipment offers many different types of activities for the children, where they can practice skills such as climbing and balancing.

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East Hill Christian School Volleyball Season

The East Hill Christian School Eagles volleyball team finished the season with a winning record and ended up third at the Panhandle Christian Conference Regional Tournament, just missing a trip to the final four. First-year coach Debbie Christian said she is excited about her prospects for returning players next year, only losing one senior.

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Beulah Middle Boys’ Track Team, Bailey Middle Girls’ Track Team Named Champs

With thoughtful planning and preparation, the Escambia County School District Athletics Department, along with the support of the middle school track coaches, were able to provide middle school students with a condensed track season that concluded with a championship event at Booker T. Washington High School. Beulah Middle School won the 2021 Boys’ Middle School Track Championship, with Bailey Middle School runners-up. Bailey Middle School won the 2021 Girls’ Middle School Track Championship, with Workman Middle as runners-up.

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Santa Visits Redeemer Lutheran

Before Christmas, Santa started checking his list and found several kids from Redeemer Lutheran School were on it.

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Montessori School Shows Gratitude

An annual tradition at Montessori School of Pensacola is the making of a “cornucopia” of snacks to share with teachers and students. Following Covid safety protocols, classes were still able to create their fun fall treat. Students enjoyed the food while discussing things for which they are grateful. To add to their celebration of thanks, they also created gratitude trees, displaying items they give thanks for.

Despite changes in how school operates and ways that Covid has affected us all, students were able to focus on what they are thankful for, such as family, friends, dance and food.

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CHS Art Class Works on Original Print Block Project

The Fabrics & Fibers class taught at Pensacola Catholic High School by Farley Dodson is working on learning the techniques for creating original print block work. Students are required to carve out three original designs, roll ink on the design and then press the paper.

Each print block is then rolled with two additional colors so that each created block is pressed three times. Final prints will be put into a creative book for display, or some students have opted to create Christmas cards to give to their loved ones.

This class is part of the overall Fine Arts curriculum offered at CHS which also includes art appreciation and multiple courses that allow students to explore their creativity including drawing, painting, sculpting, ceramics and pottery.

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St. Paul Priest Explains the Mass

Fr. Jack has blessed St. Paul Catholic middle school students with a teaching session on “The Mass Explained.” The students were so attentive and had great questions as they learned even more about the Mass, increasing their love and desire for attending Mass! Some students didn’t want it to end and stayed behind for even more questions! We appreciate Fr. Jack for inspiring our youth to grow in their faith.

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A New Year, A New Start.

Set realistic and reachable intentions If 36% of people give up on their New Year’s Resolutions by February, it is likely they are not setting goals that are realistic or reachable. When setting resolutions, choose intentions that make sense. Goals that are interesting, fun, and that you are motivated to keep are more likely to end in success.

If you want to read more, set a goal of reading a certain number of books or completing a challenging, but interesting, book series. If weight loss is a goal, choose a fun way to reach your goal weight. If you despise running, don’t plan to shed pounds on the treadmill. Pick an activity you love and incorporate it into your exercise routine while choosing healthy meal options.

“I made a reading goal this year to read my age in books,” says Stephanie Loux, mom of three. “It was a fun

Each year 62% of Americans make New Year’s Resolutions hoping to make positive and healthy changes. Statistics show that within the first two weeks 25% of those same Americans have given up on their goals and only 8% reach their ultimate goal by the end of the year. (www.statisticbrain. com) These numbers are not encouraging. In 2019, try focusing on setting positive intentions rather than unrealistic resolutions that may fizzle out faster than you can say Happy New Year.

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self care resolution which made it easier to reach. It also helped me discuss books with friends.”

Set measurable and specific intentions How will you know if you have reached your goals? Many people give up on their resolutions because they don’t know how to achieve them or when they have been completed. Examples of immeasurable goals include “Get healthy”, “Become more organized” or “Save money”. Be specific when setting intentions.

How will you become healthier?

Does that include changing your eating habits? Incorporating exercise? What type of exercise and how often? Your goals need to be both measurable and specific so that you know how to achieve them. Goals such as “Raise my grade in science class from a B to an A”, “Read one book a month” or “Save x amount of dollars for a family vacation” are all goals that are both specific and measurable. These type of intentions are great because you know exactly how to reach them, when you have reached them, and when to celebrate your success.

Reward yourself Speaking of celebrating, don’t forget to set some rewards for yourself as you are choosing your New Year’s intentions. This will help motivate you to follow through when things get challenging. Some ideas could include - “If I lose 15 pounds, I will buy three new outfits” or, for your child, “If you complete your reading goals, you can pick a special toy.” Pick a reward that is enough to motivate you or your child and work together towards your goal.

Don’t overdo it Many people make the mistake of setting too many intentions or goals that are not attainable, setting themselves up for failure. When you are creating your intentions, list all the areas that you would like to work on. Once you have a list, narrow it down to the items that are realistic, measurable, and come with a reward.

Prioritize and categorize your goals. Can you consolidate any? Do you see a theme? Which goals are you most excited about? Make your list again and try to be as specific as possible in order to give yourself the best chance of success. If you have several that you would like to achieve, keep your list around so that you can move onto another goal after you complete one of your resolutions.

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says Kelly Lawton. “It allows me to reevaluate my progress and reset or restart as I need without the guilt.”

While coming up with a list of intentions for the year, keep them positive. Give yourself permission to create intentions that are fun rather than a punishment or chore. When we create goals that are actually accomplishable and set rewards for our completion of them, we are much more likely to be successful. GPP Sarah Lyons is a part time freelance writer and a full time mom of six living in the Midwest. www.facebook.com/greaterpensacolaparents

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Deciding to send your child to private school requires significant consideration and research. Many schools are available that offer a variety of components you may be looking for, such as its philosophy and mission, quality of academic opportunities, or for the religious education it provides.

After determining whether to send your child to private school or not, the next potential challenge is determining the best school suited to your child.

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Consider the reputation and achievements of the school in the community.

“Instead of just looking at the raw data, parents should instead ask themselves what type of schooling they are looking for, for their child,” says Mark Dynarski of the Center on Children and Families at the Brookings Institute. He also notes, “If you have a child who wants to study the arts, theater, music, or other such subjects, a private school may be a better fit.”

Though choosing a private school for your child can be overwhelming, there are things to consider to make the process easier. Here are some tips to get you started with the process.

Connecting with other parents in the community is a great way to determine how a school is performing. If you know parents whose children are attending private schools of your interest, communicating with them regarding their reputation and achievements could provide you with a lot of insight. Based on conversations, you can gain valuable information to assess how the school is functioning, and if it’s potentially the right fit for your child/children.

Additionally, it’s a good idea to find out about professional development opportunities for teachers that impact learning in the classroom. What ways do teachers collaborate that shows a team effort for the success of the institution? Also, find out what are some of the school’s greatest accomplishments. Do they have an overall high percentage rate for SAT and ACT scores, do they have competitive programs in which a high percentage of students excel? Though determining the positive aspects of any private school is reassuring, it’s also important to find out some of the biggest challenges a school faces. These are probing questions that are significant to consider while evaluating the accomplishments of any school.

Do your research and visit multiple schools.

With so many prestigious schools to consider, it’s easy to receive advice from the people you know and trust within your community. Though this could be a practical and trustworthy approach, relying solely on word of mouth could potentially be risky. It’s also important that you, as the parent(s), determine the best decision for your child/childrens’ education.

Become familiar with each school of interest and its daily operation. Visit the schools’ websites before your in-person visit. While visiting multiple schools, certainly, you can assess if a school is operating efficiently. Also, if the grounds and facilities are well maintained, it’s a friendly and professional environment—those are common things to consider. However, going beyond what’s visible is crucial. Ask detailed questions such as: how long has the headmaster or headmistress been in office, is there a strategic plan in place, when was the school last accredited, how large is the endowment, what is the number of faculty with advanced degrees, and what is the staff turnover?

Look at the variety and quality of extracurricular activities.

Having a wide variety of activities offered at private schools ensures that every student’s area of interest is fulfilled. There are several ways your child can benefit by participating in extracurricular activities. Participating in activities that they’re passionate

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expenses. Along with that, avoid eating out, limit driving, and cut down on entertainment costs.

about can increase their brain function, concentration, and time management.

Thus, increasing grade performance. Likewise, engaging in activities boosts self-confidence and social opportunities. For example, if your child is good at math and is encouraged to be part of a math club and realizes how good they are, it gives them confidence and opportunities to meet friends.

Decide what’s best for your family.

While every aspect might point to private school as being the right fit for your child, consider the various implications on your family and you. The decisions that impact your household should be discussed with your immediate family—your significant other and children. Though it’s rational to solicit advice from extended family and friends, the outcome will not directly impact their family. Every family’s situation is different, and what works for another family may not work for you. Selecting the right solution for your entire family will be a benefit for everyone involved, so weigh your options carefully.

Make your decision.

Finally, after you’ve done your research and considered everything that’s involved (the pros and cons), make an informative decision. Keep in mind, if you’ve thoroughly researched and planned, take comfort in knowing that you’ve made the right decision.

Choosing the best school can be successful if you prepare early and prioritize your child’s needs. Be sure to ask a lot of applicable questions and learn as much as you can about each school of interest. The more knowledge you have will allow you to make an informative decision based on your findings. GPP

Evaluate the financial obligations.

Private school tuition can be expensive, especially for families on a budget. While choosing the right school that your child can thrive in, it’s essential to evaluate the costs that could potentially impact your household obligations. Investing in your child’s education not only requires serious consideration, but planning as well.

Here are some ways to afford private school tuition. Get on a payment plan. Paying an entire year of tuition could be extremely overwhelming. Instead, requesting a payment plan alleviates the stress of paying one lump sum. Look for ways to save money. If private school tuition is going to leave you in financial distress, it’s necessary to create a detailed budget that includes living

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Best Family Movies of 2020

Wolfwalkers, age 8+ This gorgeously animated, emotionally resonant film from the creators of The Secret of Kells and Song of the Sea is a hopeful, if bittersweet, story about what the enduring folktales of Ireland represent. It promotes courage, empathy, perseverance, and teamwork.

This may have been a year like no other, but at least 2020 still brought us memorable movies for kids, teens, and families, from exciting adventures to inspiring, moving real-life stories. They entertained us, made us think, and gave us plenty to talk about. At the same time, they offered worthwhile messages, modeled important character strengths, and left us smiling, sometimes through tears. All also earned the Common Sense Seal, which means they offer an exceptional media experience to families with kids of all ages.

Look for these movies on DVD or in your streaming queue, and here’s hoping we get back to the theater in 2021!

John Lewis: Good Trouble, age 10+ Dawn Porter’s poignant, powerful documentary is both a tribute to a civil rights legend and a call to action, arguing that the work of fighting racial injustice is far from done.

Hamilton, age 11+ The filmed version of the original Broadway production about America’s founders has plenty of inspiring, empowering messages. And casting all-White historical figures with a diverse group of actors offers new role models for young people studying U.S. history and thinking about what it means to be an American.

Dino Dana: The Movie, age 5+ Dino Dana asserts that “science is magic,” and the same could be said for this film adaptation of her popular TV series, which is a heartfelt, relatable, educational, and exciting STEM adventure that’s remarkably entertaining, even for adults.

Mulan, age 11+ Powerful performances and intense battle sequences make this take on Mulan more mature, stressing the story’s themes of female empowerment and family devotion.

Emma, age 12+ Gorgeous details plus a funnier-thanexpected screenplay and a wonderful ensemble make this one of the best Jane Austen adaptations in many years.

Elephant, age 6+ This stunning nature documentary celebrates the mighty elephant and its resourcefulness and resilience in surviving against significant odds.

The film also promotes wildlife conservation, and the elephants’ dedication and loyalty to their families will inspire viewers of all ages.

Enola Holmes, age 12+ Fast-paced, clever, and hugely entertaining, this book adaptation will delight fans of star Millie Bobby Brown. Parents couldn’t ask for a better role model for their tweens and teens than strong, independent Enola, who models courage, intelligence, and integrity.

Over the Moon, age 6+ Set in China, this beautifully animated fantasy combines magical locations, impressive visuals, memorable musical numbers, sweet characters, and positive life lessons in a fairy tale about the boundless love of family.

Love and Monsters, age 13+ For an uplifting view of humanity, even at what seems like the end of the world, check out this understated adventure about a guy who survives and thrives against all odds.

The Prom, age 13+ This teen coming-out tale based on the Broadway show is filled with splashy numbers and positive messages about acceptance. With its all-star cast and feel-good vibes, it’s a musical comedy that both dazzles and warms the heart.

Terra Willy, age 6+ This animated space adventure is full of positive messages about friendship, kindness, and adapting to new environments. With peril kept mild -- and always dealt with in a reassuring tone -- this one is fun for the whole family.

Rising Phoenix, age 13+ Relevant and inspiring, this documentary

Onward, age 7+ With messages about teamwork, getting along with

about the Paralympic Games helps counter stereotypes and prejudice. The profiled athletes are strong role models who are defined by their drive, perseverance, and competitive spirit, rather than their disabilities.

siblings, and acting selflessly and courageously, Onward is a heartfelt movie that’s sweet and optimistic and a reminder that everyone could use a little more magic in their lives.

River City Drumbeat, age 13+ This is a touching, powerful documentary about a program that has empowered and educated generations of young Black musicians and students. With themes of communication, empathy, perseverance, and teamwork, it’s a story of triumph and cultural awareness.

My Octopus Teacher, age 8+ A man finds his humanity by spending time with a charming and intelligent invertebrate in this stunning nature documentary. It’s a must-see for animal lovers and their families, with messages about friendship, compassion, and perseverance woven into the inspiring story.

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• High Speed Wi-Fi throughout the entire campus.

• Technology Class has 15 computers for programs requiring capabilities beyond Chromebooks, e.g. Coding Class

• Classrooms have the capability of holding in person and remote classes simultaneously.

• Each student has a device assigned to them – iPads for K-2nd and Chromebooks for 3rd-8th.

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Encouraging academic exploration and risk-taking to thrive in a small classroom environment with passionate specialized teachers

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A challenging academic curriculum that incorporates inquiry based, constructivist, and traditional approaches to teaching and learning.

Our teachers are dedicated to helping students discover their individual strengths. Relationship building, chapel, and service learning demonstrate our strongly held belief that character development is just as important as academic development. In mind, body, and spirit EDS prepares students for the rigors of high school and adulthood.

PreK2 - 1st Grade Instilling a love of learning through play, exploration, problem-solving and skill development Our classrooms are inviting and the curriculum is focused on reading and math readiness, art, science, and social studies. We emphasize social development, task management and creativity. The integrated enrichment programs include music, Spanish, library, movement/physical education, technology and chapel.

We are driven by the desire to educate the whole child through a commitment to excellence, supporting children in the classroom, on the playground, and beyond.

schedule aBIG... tour & At EDS 2nd - 5th we Grade dream Engaging and hands-on learning opportunities where students are encouraged to learn through active participation

We provide a nurturing environment for all learning styles.

Students transition from beginning readers to researchers and from basic mathematicians to problem- solvers, all while developing critical thinking skills, and creativity.

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In fifth grade, students focus on developing study and organizational skills, time management, and decisionmaking. Students engage in an integrated approach to learning.

Weaving together literature, contemporary issues, science, economics, mathematics, and writing, students gain skills for living and working in a global community.

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Education towards our ultimate destiny.

Now Enrolling Grades Pre-K through 8th!

Little Flower Catholic School is a vibrant, multi-cultural school forming young people to live like Jesus did Schedule a tour at Little FLower

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The Cardinal Difference What makes us a top private school in Pensacola?

As a leading Catholic School, Little Flower prides itself on innovative and highly qualified teachers, a family-oriented environment, diverse community, and holistic formation of our students to live as Jesus did.

Our beautiful campus provides a positive learning environment for students to thrive, equipping them for the next stage in life

Committed to making Catholic Education affordable!

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Skillful and caring teachers guide students through learning using proven Abeka textbooks.

Students build a strong foundation in grammar, composition, science, history, and mathematics through PCA’s college-preparatory program.

“I thank the dedicated PCA staff and faculty for preparing both of our children for their college success. It gives a parent peace of mind.”

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ACADEMICALLY EXCELLENT / DISTINCTIVELY CHRISTIAN

K3-12 • Caring Faculty • Challenging Academics • Competative Sports Program • Uplifting Bible Classes & Chapel

• Relevant Technology • Inspiring Music, Drama, & Arts • Affordable Rates • Helpful Extended Care Program

5621 Hwy. 90, Milton, FL

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Creative Learning Academy ad on pages 7, 24

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3151 Hyde Park Road, Pensacola, FL 32503 Mission: Preparing students to learn, lead, and become the creative problem solvers of the future.

Grades: 3 years - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Opportunities for a variety of athletic, academic, and artistic enrichment. Athletic offerings include personal fitness, yoga, volleyball, flag football, dance / cheer, basketball, tennis, running club, and soccer. Arts are integrated throughout the curriculum with additional offerings after school in ballet, drama, visual arts, private music and voice lessons. Middle school students participate in elective courses, History Fair, Science Olympiad, and Geography Bee, along with Math, Spanish, and Robotics competitions.

Additional Info: In addition to the core subjects, all students participate in enrichment classes including Spanish, art, music, physical education, and technology.

Spanish, physical education, and recess occur on a daily basis. Students also participate in a variety of off-campus opportunities including trips to St. Augustine, Tallahassee, Space Camp, Flight Academy, and Dauphin Island. For over 35 years, CLA 8th grade students have been the only middle school class in the United States invited to participate in a 9-day Outward Bound experience. Service learning, leadership, and character education are at the center of student life at CLA. (850) 432-1768 admissions@creativelearningacademy.org www.creativelearningacademy.org

East Hill Christian School ad on pages 13, 25

1301 East Gonzalez Street, Pensacola, FL 32501 Mission: The Mission of EHCS is to educate students morally, intellectually, and physically, based on the WORD of GOD, in a loving, Christian environment.

Grades: VPK - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Spelling Bee, Science Fair, History Fair, Accelerated Reader Program, Handchimes, Pep Squad, National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Student Council, Student Government Association, Student Leadership Institute, Student Mentoring Program, Service Projects, Mission Trips, Yearbook, Theater, ACT Prep, Chapel Praise Band, Field Trips, Cross Country, Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Cheerleading, Baseball, Softball, Tennis.

Additional Info: EHCS is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and partners with the home in an education for the whole child. Parents are involved through Parent-Teacher Fellowship (PTF), Booster Club, classroom volunteers, and field trips.

(850) 438-7746 info@ehcseagles.com www.ehcs.org

Episcopal Day School ad on pages 11, 26

223 North Palafox Street, Pensacola, FL 32502 Mission: Episcopal Day School prepares students for a life of learning and meaningful service in a diverse and global world, by providing academic excellence and character formation inclusive of all of God’s children and grounded in the Episcopal tradition.

Grades: PreK2 - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Our faculty and staff members work hard to provide programs that support our families and educate the whole child. All enrolled families have access to extended care programs throughout the year. EDS is a member of the Catholic Youth Sports League. Our athletes compete in a variety of sports including basketball, football (tackle and flag), and volleyball. Any students in the Pensacola community are welcome to attend our Summer Camp programs in June and July.

Additional Info: Please contact Lisee Sherrill at lsherrill@edscc.org to schedule a tour today! We are now accepting applications for the 2020-2021 school year.

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Little Flower Catholic School ad on pages 16, 27

6495 Lillian Highway, Pensacola, FL 32506 Mission: In the spirit of our patroness St. Therese, Little Flower Catholic School cultivates learners and disciples committed to academic, spiritual, and personal growth in an environment that nurtures our commitment to “do small things with great love.”

Grades: PreK - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Volleyball, Football, Basketball, Soccer, Student Council, Chess Club, National Junior Honor Society, Art Club and Rosary Club.

Additional Info: At Little Flower Catholic School, we take pride in helping our

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students know the value of hard work, appreciate how they grow and mature as they are challenged to learn, and celebrate the determination and grit that it takes to become successful. We offer a rigorous curriculum in a supportive environment and we are ever mindful that each child is unique, bringing special talents and interests to our school. Our highly qualified faculty works diligently to create meaningful learning experiences within a student-centered environment motivating children to actively participate in their own education. We recognize the imperative need for students to understand how their classroom work translates to the world in which they live. Little Flower Catholic School is a community that is born from the Communion that Christ has established here on earth, the Church. We strive to live with the awareness that Christ is in our midst and has given Himself to each one us through each other. We hope to share the love that we have received with our neighbors, our community, and especially those we meet who are in need. We are committed to making Catholic Education affordable!

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Blessed Star Montessori Christian

9151 North Davis Highway , Pensacola, FL 32514 Mission: To provide all children with a safe, nurturing, fun, God-centered learning environment. We strive for a solid foundation in intellectual growth, goodwill, Christian belief, and peace.

Grades: PreK - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Spanish, Percussion, Piano, and Music Theory.

Additional Info: Home school enrichment opportunities available.

(850) 476-9208 admin@blessedstar.com www.blessedstar.com

Carden Christian Academy

3290 Bauer Road, Pensacola, FL 32506 Mission: Allowing the Holy Spirit to use us to equip our students with the tools necessary for life-long learning.

Grades: PreK 3 - 12th grade Extra Curricular: French, Latin, and Tennis.

Additional Info: Hours are Monday - Thursday 6:30am - 6:00pm and Friday 6:30am - 5:30pm.

(850) 455-4851 info@ptlittleflower.org www.ptlittleflower.org

Pensacola Christian Academy

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Christian Institute of Arts and Sciences

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2007 North 61st Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32506 Mission: The Christian Institute of Arts & Sciences functions as a private school for homeschooling families, combining the full services of a private school administration office with the advantages, personal assistance, and accountability needed to make your home education experience a success.

CIAS provides various tutoring lessons, classes, and activities at our campus school to meet the needs of our families and students.

Grades: K - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Fine Arts, Technology, and Math.

Additional Info: Christian Institute of Arts and Sciences offers a Campus School, as well as a Home-Based School, to the Pensacola and Florida panhandle community.

10 Brent Lane, Pensacola, FL 32503 Mission: At every level from kindergarten to high school, enrollment at PCA means a solid academic education, a firm foundation for lifelong learning. In an always changing world, students at PCA learn from a basis of unchanging principles that reinforce Christian character and patriotism.

Grades: K4 - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Students can choose from Chess, Debate, Engineering & Robotics, Young Patriotic Americans, Craft & Cooking, and more.

(850) 478-8483 enrollments@pensacolachristianacademy.com www.pensacolachristianacademy.com

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Coastline Christian Academy

1122 Oriole Beach Road, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563 Mission: Our mission is to partner with families in a Christ-centered environment that is reaching for academic excellence. Our goals are loving God, connecting with His people and living on mission in our world.

Grades: 3 years - 3rd grade for 2020-2021 Extra Curricular: We offer Spanish bi-weekly.

St. Paul Catholic School ad on pages 9, 29

3121 Hyde Park Road, Pensacola, FL 32503 Mission: St. Paul Catholic School is one of the primary missions of St. Paul Parish. Our School serves students from Pre-K3 through 8th grade, and is committed to the threefold purpose of Catholic Education, Community, and Service.

In partnership with parents and the Catholic Church, the administration and faculty help students to acquire knowledge, attitudes, and values necessary for effective Christian service to others.

Grades: PreK3 - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Athletic opportunities are available through the Diocesan sponsored Catholic Youth Sports League (CYSL) and include football, cheer, volleyball, basketball, track and soccer.

Additional Info: The curriculum is based on the guidelines put forth by the Diocese of Pensacola -Tallahassee.St. Paul Catholic School is recognized by the Florida Catholic Conference with its highest designation - Accredited with Distinction. Before school care and extended day care are available each day.

(850) 565-5118 info@coastlinechristian.com www.coastlinechristian.com

Dixon School of Arts and Sciences

1201 North H Street, Pensacola, FL 32505 Mission: Dixon School of Arts and Sciences exists to provide valuesbased excellence in academic achievement focused on the arts and sciences and to provide creative experiences for its scholars, their families, and the community.

Grades: K - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Fine Arts program as well as a robust Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) curriculum.

Additional Info: A model for excellence in education and recognized as one of the nation’s premier educational institutions focused on enriching the whole person and their families and the community.

(850) 435-0511 dcurry@dixonschoolota.org www.dixonschoolota.org

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East Hill Academy

635 West Garden Street, Pensacola, FL 32502 Mission: The mission of the school is to provide each child with the best individualized education program that will improve their skills and abilities, so they may successfully re-enter mainstream education.

Grades: K - 12th gradeAdditional Info: East Hill Academy is dedicated to students with learning disorders that make it impractical to place them in a regular school setting. It is our purpose to develop these children’s educational and social abilities while improving their self-esteem. Our goal is to help our students reach their maximum potential. We offer open enrollment.

West Florida Baptist Academy ad on pages 15, 30

5621 Highway 90, Milton, FL 32583 Mission: WFBA seeks to provide an excellent educational experience which supports spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, and cultural development in a distinctively Christian environment.

Grades: PreK3 - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Voice, Piano, Art, Drama, Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Softball, Volleyball.

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East Hill Academy at Avalon

(850) 623-9306 www.wfbacademy.org

4401 Avalon Boulevard, Milton, FL 32583 Mission: The mission of the school is to provide each child with the best individualized education program that will improve their skills and abilities, so they may successfully re-enter mainstream education.

Grades: K - 12th gradeAdditional Info: East Hill Academy is dedicated to students with learning disorders that make it impractical to place them in a regular school setting. It is our purpose to develop these children’s educational and social abilities while improving their self-esteem. Our goal is to help our students reach their maximum potential. We offer open enrollment.

Aletheia Christian Academy

1700 Woodchuck Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504 Mission: The mission and purpose of Aletheia Christian Academy is to provide a Christ-centered education to children of Christian families, equipping them spiritually, academically, and physically for today and eternity.

Grades: VPK - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Cheerleading, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball, Softball (850) 969-0088 www.acalions.org

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Grades: K - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Extra curricular sports include football, basketball, cheerleading, softball, baseball, and volleyball.

3311 West Moreno Street, Pensacola, FL 32505 Mission: Our mission is to partner with parents in the development of their children in soul, mind, and body. We provide a Christian environment that prepares students for a lifetime of learning and service, and for an eternity with God in heaven.

Grades: PreK3 - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Bible lessons, Chapel and Devotional times. Accelerated Reading Program; After school, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math, Programs and Homework assistance.

Additional Info: Escambia Christian School is a licensed Voluntary Pre-K 4 Provider.

(850) 542-7914 www.lighthousepca.com

Marcus Pointe Christian School

6205 North “W” Street , Pensacola, FL 32505 Mission: Marcus Pointe Christian School exists to assist parents in the education of their children by equipping students with an academically excellent foundation and a biblical worldview.

Grades: K4 - 5th grade Extra Curricular: Spanish, Music, PE, Computer, Library, Art, Running Team, Chapel, After School Program.

Additional Info: At MPCS we challenge our students to examine and embrace the Christian walk through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

We encourage our students to be academically articulate, knowledgeable, accountable, and to live with purpose to affect a difference in our community for the glory of God.

(850) 433-8476 ecs@escambiachristian.org www.escambiachristian.org\

Faith Christian Academy

13050 Highway 89, Jay, FL 32565 Mission: Faith Christian Academy is a loving community that spiritually and academically equips, challenges, and inspires students to impact their world for Christ.

Grades: Infants - 12th gradeAdditional Info: Students at Faith Christian Academy will be grounded in God’s word and challenged to achieve academic excellence as they prepare to use their gifts and abilities effectively to follow God’s plan for their lives.

(850) 479-1605 www.marcuspointechristian.org

Montessori School of Pensacola

1010 North 12th Avenue (Suite 138), Pensacola, FL 32501 Mission: MSP is committed to providing a Montessori education that inspires academic excellence and fosters respect, integrity, independence, and critical thinking in a caring community.

Grades: 18 months - Kindergarten Extra Curricular: Ballet Pensacola, Yoga, Art, Spanish and Piano.

Additional Info: Spanish instruction begins at 18 months. Please visit our website for registration opening in February.

(850) 675-0227 contactus@fcawarriors.com www.fcawarriors.com

Good Shepherd Lutheran School

4257 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563 Mission: Good Shepherd Lutheran School, as a mission outreach of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, commits itself to: Provide Christ centered quality education. Develop individual gifts & worth. Promote Christian living and service. Nurture a partnership between church, school and family that all may know God’s love and grow in faith.

Grades: PreK - 2nd grade Extra Curricular: Chapel, Spanish, S.T.E.M. and P.E.

(850) 469-8138 admissions@montessoripensacola.com www.montessoripensacola.com

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Montessori School of Pensacola

4100 Montessori Drive, Pensacola, FL 32504 Mission: MSP is committed to providing a Montessori education that inspires academic excellence and fosters respect, integrity, independence, and critical thinking in a caring community.

Grades: PreK, Elementary & Middle School Extra Curricular: Ballet Pensacola, Art, Band, Spanish, Violin, Boy and Girl Scouts, tennis & Instruction.

Additional Info: Spanish instruction begins at 18 months. Please visit our website for registration opening in February.

L.E.A.D. Academy Classical School

7121 Chumuckla Highway, Pace, FL 32571 Mission: L.E.A.D. Academy will provide families a learning environment and support system that enables their student to grow spiritually, mentally, and physically into an adult with a Christian worldview.

Grades: K4 - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Extended Day Enrichment Center, Piano, FFA, Chorus, Music and Voice Lessons, Co-ed Basketball, Running Club, Yearbook Club, Drama Club, Co-ed Soccer, Spring baseball & softball.

Additional Info: Open enrollment for 2020 school year beings in February.

(850) 469-8138 admissions@montessoripensacola.com www.montessoripensacola.com

Pensacola Catholic High School

(850) 889-7080 contact@leadacademylions.com www.leadacademylions.com

3043 West Scott Street, Pensacola, FL 32505 Mission: Our Mission is to develop responsible Christian individuals by providing the finest in Catholic education. Pensacola Catholic High School is a vibrant Christian community offering quality education while emphasizing the teachings of the Gospel, the intrinsic value of the individual and commitment to service.

Grades: 9th - 12th grade Extra Curricular: National Honor Society, Student Council, Football, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Dance Team, Golf, Volleyball, Swimming, Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field, Lacrosse, Weightlifting, Student Ambassadors, Music Ministry, CHS Pep Band, Mu Alpha Theta.

Jubilee Christian Academy

5910 North “W” Street, Pensacola, FL 32505 Mission: To prepare young people­–intellectually, spiritually, and physically–to be successful leaders in both Christian and non-Christian environments. We seek to produce leaders who are equipped with the Word of God and the power of the Holy Spirit. Jubilee Christian Academy inspires students to think critically; To work independently and in partnership with others; and to develop a global, Christ-centered perspective for their lives.

Grades: PreK2 - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Music, Art, and Theater.

(850) 494-2477 info@jcakids.org

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(850) 436-6400 www.pensacolachs.org

Lighthouse Private Christian Academy

Pensacola Junior Academy

1530 New Hope Road, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563 Mission: The Mission of Lighthouse Private Christian Academy is to inspire students to have a love and joy for learning, for a lifetime, by providing a transformational, Christ-centered education.

Grades: K - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Extra curricular sports include football, basketball, cheerleading, track, softball, baseball, and volleyball.

8751 University Parkway, Pensacola, FL 32514 Mission: The Pensacola Junior Academy exists to show children Jesus, nurture their love for Him and others, teach them to think, and empower them to serve.

Grades: K4 - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Tumbling, Lego Robotics, German.

Additional Info: The Early Learning Coalition provides Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) funds for every four-year-old in Florida. All children living in Florida who turn four years old by September 1st of the current program year are eligible to participate. For more information about VPK, you can visit our school or go to our website.

(850) 733-1017 www.lighthousepca.com

Lighthouse Private Christian Academy

625 North 9th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32501 Mission: The Mission of Lighthouse Private Christian Academy is to inspire students to have a love and joy for learning, for a lifetime, by providing a transformational, Christ-centered education.

Grades: 9th - 12th grade (plus dual enrollment) Extra Curricular: Extra curricular sports include football, basketball, cheerleading, softball, baseball, and volleyball.

(850) 478-8838 principal@pjacademy.org www.pjacademy.org

Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts

301 East Gadsden Street, Pensacola, FL 32501 Mission: The Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts, SoLA, is a nonsectarian college-preparatory middle and high school offering a broad and engaging curriculum designed to provide a strong foundation for academic excellence, developing the potential of students, cultivate independent thinkers, encouraging creativity, integrity and balance.

Grades: 7th - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Offering courses in units: block-style.

(850) 542-7828 www.lighthousepca.com

Lighthouse Private Christian Academy

904 East Jackson Street, Pensacola, FL 32501 Mission: The Mission of Lighthouse Private Christian Academy is to inspire

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Additional Info: Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 1:30pm. Class Session Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 12:15pm.

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School

325 South Navy Boulevard, Pensacola, FL 32507 Mission: St. John the Evangelist, as a Catholic school, provides a safe, caring, Christ-centered environment. We guide our students in developing academic excellence, leadership skills, and personal responsibility through the use of religion, reason, and loving kindness. Based on our Catholic faith, we are a community working for respect of all, service to others, and social justice in our world.

Grades: PreK3 - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Student Council, National Junior Honor Society, 4-H Club, Choir, Fine Arts, Makerspace (STEAM), Basketball, Football, Flag Football, Cheerleading, Volleyball, Track, Soccer.

Additional Info: Founded in 1874, Seven generations of families have called us “home”! Pull-out Gifted Program with Certified Gifted Teacher, Morning Star Program for students with special needs with certified Brain Gym teacher, Participate in Math, Science and History competitions, Electives offered in the Middle School, Participate in Catholic Religious celebrations and activities, Summer Math and Reading Camp, Before and After school care.

(850) 434-2294 Info@thePensacolaSoLA.com www.thepensacolasola.com

Redeemer Lutheran School

333 Commerce Street, Pensacola, FL 32507 Mission: Redeemer Lutheran is a fully accredited Christian school that nurtures academic excellence and spiritual growth.

Grades: Pre-K (VPK) - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Accelerated Reading Program, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Volleyball, Track, Flag Football and Soccer.

Additional Info: Redeemer offers Spanish Classes for All Ages, Educational Field Trips, STEM/STEAM, Chromebooks/Google Classroom, Art, Music and PE Programs, Chapel and Religion Classes, Before and After School Care.

(850) 455-0330 rls@redeemerschoolpensacola.org www.redeemerschoolpensacola.org

(850) 456-5218 linda.bowman@sjsw.ptdiocese.org www.stjohnpensacola.com/school.html

S.L. Jones Christian Academy

The Learning Academy of Santa Rosa

100 Boeing Street, Pensacola, FL 32507 Mission: Our mission is to work with parents and guardians to educate their children with a superior, quality education God’s Way. Our goal is to develop students with a strong Christian character, cultivate productive citizens, provide applicable life skills and graduate a well rounded student prepared for college and will be a benefit to our community and nation Grades: K4 - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Basketball, Cheerleading, Choir, Dance team, Weight lifting.

5880 North Stewart Street, Milton, FL 32570 Mission: The mission of the Learning Academy is to create a quality, respectful learning environment in which students, staff and community members cooperatively build sound life preparation skills for all students. This collaborative effort will provide students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors to become productive, employable, and responsible citizens.

Grades: 6th - 12th grade

(850) 456-2249 www.sljcainc.com

(850) 983-3495 www.lasrcrusaders.org

Sacred Heart Cathedral School

Trinitas Christian School

3301 East Johnson Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32514 Mission: By God’s grace we endeavor to assist Christian families in the education of their children by providing a stimulating academic program in a distinctly Christ-centered environment expressly designed to equip students to a life of moral and spiritual integrity, personal and social responsibility, and a zeal to know and serve a Holy God. Grades: PreK - 12th grade Extra Curricular: Drama Club, National Honor Society, Classic Film Society, Lost Arts Club, Yearbook, Student Government, Volleyball, Soccer, Baseball, Aesthetics trips, performance choirs, select quartets, a variety of private music lessons (instrumental and voice), and community service opportunities.

Additional Info: Trinitas is a fully-accredited member of the Association of Classical and Christian Schools. - National Merit Scholars Program: 11% of graduates earned commended status or higher. Trinitas alums have pursued undergraduate and graduate degrees both in Pensacola and across the country. We have alumni working in fields ranging from nuclear engineering to healthcare, education, business, and auto mechanics. Trinitas Christian School was established in the fall of 1999 as a private Christian school committed to providing a classical and biblically-based education to Christian families in Northwest Florida.

1603 North 12th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32503 Mission: Our mission is to educate hearts and minds for God. As missionaries, we are guided by the sacraments, virtues, and Sacred Traditions of the Catholic Church. Living as disciples of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, we strive for academic excellence and humble service to all.

Grades: PreK - 8th grade Extra Curricular: Macbooks in Middle School, CYSL sports, Electives, Science Olympiad, Student-led conferences, Fine arts program, ESE accommodations in Morning Star, K4-8 Spanish, Field Trips, Daily prayer, Weekly Mass.

Additional Info: Contact Mrs. Elizabeth Snow, Principal at esnow@shcs. ptdiocese.org to schedule a tour today!

(850) 436-6440 spoller@shcs.ptdiocese.org www.shcs.ptdiocese.org

Santa Rosa Christian School

6331 Chestnut Street, Milton, FL 32570 Mission: Santa Rosa Christian School is dedicated to the spiritual, moral, mental, and social development of youth through Bible-based education.

Grades: PreK2 - 12th grades Extra Curricular: Athletics and Eagle Days programs.

(850) 623-4671 school@santarosachristianschool.com www.santarosachristianschool.com

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Freddy Lupin is heir to a long line of werewolves and has anticipated transforming for the first time when he turns 13. Something goes terribly wrong on the big day, and the light of the moon turns Freddy into a poodle instead of a wolf. Shunned by his family, Freddy heads out to prove that he has what it takes. This film comes with an engaging premise which is sadly sabotaged by terrible writing and subplot overload. Photo ©Viva Pictures

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John Garrity’s bad year is about to get worse – a cluster of asteroids are on a collision course with earth. When they make impact, civilization starts to collapse. As disaster movies go, this is a good choice for teens given its relatively low levels of onscreen death and its solid character development. Photo ©HBO

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Seeking a new home, the Croods are delighted to discover a walled in paradise, full of food and free from predators. Already living there are the Betterman family, who consider themselves more evolved than the new arrivals. This is a perfectly adequate (sometimes funny) kids’ movie with solid themes of overcoming prejudices, acquiring humility, and cooperating with others. Photo ©Universal Pictures

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Handsome and rich, Joseph has a cushy job with his mom’s business – and one critical task. He’s got to persuade a beautiful young farmer to sell her family’s land.

Since normal strategies have failed, Joseph poses as a ranch hand to get to know her better. This is great for confirmed fans of the Christmas romance genre but it’s probably not going to be a big hit for anyone else.

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Wren is a successful PR professional who’s faced with a daunting task – creating a marketing campaign for a new app designed by the man she broke up with after college so she could focus on her career. Based on Jane Austen’s classic novel, “Persuasion”, this story of steadfast love and second chances lacks Austen’s wit and irony but serves up a fairly unremarkable romance flick.

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Making Your Financial Resolutions Stick in 2021 Q. One of my resolutions last year was to start living on a budget, and gain control of my money. I never realized how easy it would be to get discouraged early on. Can you give me some encouragement to help make my financial resolutions stick in 2021?

A. The secret to making a goal into a reality is getting started. It’s really that simple. You also have to be realistic and accept the fact that nothing—especially things you’ve never done before—works out perfectly the first time around.

That leads to the next step, which is patience. Most people think about losing 20 pounds, and immediately feel it needs to happen in the next month or so. It doesn’t. And mostly likely, it won’t.

Like almost everything else worth doing,

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it’s something that requires sacrifice and focus each day over an extended period of time. Crash courses are usually painful and rarely work out well. But once you’ve done something a few times, it becomes an easier and easier part of your daily routine. Pretty soon, it’s not a chore or something you’re afraid of.

Making a budget and gaining control of your finances works the same way.

When you first create a money plan, it probably won’t work out exactly as you hoped. That’s okay. It will barely work the second month, but it won’t be as

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scary, because you’ve already done it once. By the third month, you’ll have a much better feel for it, and your stress levels will go way down because you already know the basics. It just takes determination, patience, and intensity to get through the rough patches that go along with starting anything new.

Don’t fall into the same old trap. Give yourself a little grace, but keep your eyes on the prize. It may feel like things are beginning slowly, but you can make this happen if you’ll just stick with it!

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