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Grant Halliburton Foundation thanks the many donors who have made generous financial or in-kind donations to our cause. On behalf of the teens, families and educators that we serve, we’re grateful for your support. Fusion Academy
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Podcast host Nora McInerny delivers the day’s first keynote at When Life Hands You Teenagers on September 25.
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ore than 400 educators, parents, mental health professionals and community members attended Grant Halliburton Foundation’s sold-out 10th annual When Life Hands You Teenagers conference at the Plano Event Center on September 25. The day began with a keynote presentation by Nora McInerny, nationally known podcast host and author who defines herself as a “reluctant grief expert and notable widow.” With heart and humor, she shared with attendees how her own pain changed her family, her parenting, and her approach to life, and how life’s most painful moments can create opportunities for change, connection, and growth. Other speakers included Erin Walsh, M.A., of Spark and Stitch Institute. She provided critical information about fostering wellness in teenagers growing up in the rapidly changing digital age.
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• The Ranch at Dove Tree
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nna Independent School District recently became the first district in Texas to adopt Thrive, Grant Halliburton Foundation’s new strategy that infuses mental, social and emotional health into the academic culture of schools. In addition to the Foundation, Thrive partners include The Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, The UT Dallas Center for BrainHealth, Okay to Say, and Hope Squad. Working with these mental health partners, Thrive incorporates evidence-based best practices, forming integrated layers of programs targeted to three critical audiences: students, faculty/staff, and parents. Programs are implemented through classroom education,
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extracurricular activities, peer-based programs, communitywide awareness campaigns, teacher/adult training, and speaker series and seminars. At a recent luncheon to celebrate the Anna launch, Foundation co-founder Vanita Halliburton said that Thrive will transform the way students learn, grow, and flourish in Anna. “With Thrive setting the new standard for academic culture, a new era in education has arrived in Anna ISD,” Halliburton said. “Educators there can now regard the primary aim of education as more than filling a child’s mind with knowledge.” For more information, visit GrantHalliburton.org/thrive
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Representatives from Anna ISD, Grant Halliburton Foundation, Thrive partners, and the community celebrate the official launch of Thrive at Anna High School on September 18.
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Happy Holidays?
A MESSAGE FROM FOUNDATION PRESIDENT
KEVIN HALL mental health advocates Julie Hersh and Martha and Doug Lang. Grant Halliburton Foundation has been an active participant in this coalition from its inception.
It’s no surprise that shopping and gift-giving are high on the list of stressful things about the holidays. Is there any way to ease the pressure around gift-giving?
up with reasons in your head why none of these will work for your family, right? My point
books), or put a financial limit on what everyone can spend. I bet you’re already coming exactly. The answer to creating a less stressful holiday is there, but most people can’t handle the less-is-more approach. I’m also giving you permission to ditch this idea: “Well, she bought me something, so I have to reciprocate.” This line of thinking is a slippery slope. You’ll never be able to foresee all the people who will give you a small, unexpected gift. Learn the art of saying “thank you” and keep moving forward with your day. Family drama! It’s almost guaranteed to rear its ugly head sometime during the holidays— and often at the worst possible moment. You know it’s going to happen. What can you do to ward off or minimize family drama? therapist! All jokes aside, here’s the deal. Your family may never be immune to drama at the holidays, but you can learn not to throw gasoline on it.
Place Like Hope for the Foundation’s North Texas Giving Day marketing campaign.
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I work with many teenagers in my practice and we are constantly talking about the drama
ore than 200 supporters rallied
The creative campaign featured a five-part
to raise a record-breaking
video series called There’s No Place Like
$115,000 for Grant Halliburton
Hope, based on The Wizard of Oz. The
Foundation on North Texas Giving Day.
generous supporters and board members
well-established advocate for change. Our hope was to identify a partner
helped make this the Foundation’s most successful North Texas Giving Day.
BrainHealth Coalition could not have found a more fitting partner than
Overall, North Texas donors contributed a
Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute.
historic $50 million+ for nearly 3,000 North Texas nonprofits, making it the biggest North
The Institute will provide the organizational structure, leadership and
Texas Giving Day ever.
initial funding to enable the Coalition to pursue its vision under the newly
Grant Halliburton Foundation also received a second-place prize of $2,500 from Communities Foundation of Texas in the Best Integrated Marketing Campaign category.
to come.
getting organized in advance?
Almost everyone would agree that the holidays are wonderful, but the holidays are also stressful. Our tidings of comfort and joy can easily be devoured by the demands of the season. Do they have to be so hard? Is there anything we can do to make them less wearing?
Lights! Camera! Action! Puppeteers from Dallas Puppet Theater rehearse with Dorothy and Glinda before filming There’s No
the realization that it could be far more effective if aligned with a greater,
collaborative will be a significant force in mental health for many years
to-do list! Again, some people complain about the stress of the holidays, but how many are
Ahh, the million-dollar question! If I knew the answer to this, I would be a million-dollar
A $50,000 Challenge Fund provided by
formed Texas State of Mind Society for North Texas. We believe this new
thought, “Good for her!” Instead of judging her, let’s applaud her for getting ahead of her
only kids receive gifts, create a theme that everyone must shop for (such as movies or
We conducted a survey to find out what stresses people the most during the holidays. Then we asked Dallas therapist Dr. Kelly Jameson for some expert advice on how to make the holidays live up to our do-it-all, be-it-all, and buy-it-all expectations during the most wonderful time of the year.
The Coalition’s efforts to become a strong voice for mental health led to
whose vision, goals, and aspirations were consistent with ours. The
photo shoot…in October. You might you be thinking, “That’s ridiculous. It’s October.” I
What to do when stress overshadows the joy of the season
Coalition announced a plan to partner with Meadows Mental Health Policy
The Brain Health Coalition was formed in 2018 under the leadership of
A few days ago, a friend of mine posted a few funny shots of their holiday card family
Yes, but you may not like the answer. Large families can draw names, make a rule that
On October 30, a group of community leaders known as The Brain Health Institute to form the Texas State of Mind Society for North Texas.
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in their lives. I encourage them not to engage in the drama, but to just smile and nod and keep moving. I coach them to say “cool” and move on. This tactic applies with Uncle Larry at the table who wants to criticize what you are (or aren’t) eating. This applies to Aunt Pam who asks the most socially anxious nephew at the table to tell everyone about school. Use
videos focused on mental health and the
all the deflection tactics you know—humor, change the subject, or just smile and nod and
importance of supporting the Foundation
say, “You know, Uncle Larry, I’m not sure.”
on North Texas Giving Day.
On a personal note, another tactic is to share a moment with your partner before the trip,
Dallas Puppet Theater and Foundation staff
party, or weekend and say something along these lines: “Listen, you know my family gets
and volunteers served as actors and voices
to me. I need your help this weekend. I don’t want to fight with you, but my family makes
for the videos.
me so crazy that I might get agitated with you. I don’t mean it. I need you on my side this weekend, okay? I can’t deal with them and fight with you, so let’s agree to give each
“We are inspired by the generosity of North Texas Giving Day,” Grant Halliburton
In our survey, most people said their number-one source of stress around the holidays is “obligations” and “expectations.” Why do you think this is the biggest issue?
Foundation President Kevin Hall said. “This
The holidays represent a time of joy, togetherness, and connection—things we don’t get
donors who gave to the Foundation on
record-breaking day would not have been possible without the support of our generous Challenge Fund donors.”
enough of these days. We all crave this connectedness and joy so, in short, we over-do it. We aren’t great at scheduling family time that sparks joy, togetherness, and connection during the year. So we feel obligated to pack as much joy as possible into the four weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas. We go for the concentrated power punch of joy,
other some latitude, okay? And please help me not slap anyone.” This small but powerful conversation can set the tone and strengthen a bond between partners. I promise you this conversation works. I may or may not have used this with my own husband. Feelings of loss and sadness are often amplified during the holidays. What can a person do to honor the loss but still manage to find joy and comfort in the holiday season? During your holiday planning, set aside time to honor loved ones who are not present during the holidays. This could include a day you only do things that he or she would have
crammed into four weeks. As a result, we suffer the consequences of what I call the 4Fs:
loved. Go out and enjoy what they would have enjoyed and honor them that way.
Festive Family Fun Fatigue.
If your grief is such that you are not fit for public consumption, choose a quiet activity at
What can we do to reduce the stress around the obligations and expectations of the holidays?
home that allows your head and heart ample time to reflect and relive the good memories
unprecedented levels across North Texas. We need to stem this growing crisis, but no single organization can do it alone. We must
There’s a twofold approach to this: one is internal and the other is external.
work together if we are to make meaningful progress toward mental
Internally, practice gratitude. Remind yourself each morning that the holidays are designed
wellness in our community.
to be joyous and be grateful that you have people around you during this season. It’s the
Grant Halliburton Foundation intends to enthusiastically participate in this
the cleanliness. It’s the people, not the meals.
new initiative and encourages the rest of the mental health community to
Don’t drink the Kool-Aid. If you perpetuate the holiday hype, you may feel overwhelmed.
do the same.
If you choose not to accommodate the stress, you will have a very different experience.
In North Texas, we have an incomparable roster of mental health
Externally, call your shot! If you’re hosting or traveling, let your family know well in
organizations that succeed independently, but with greater collaboration,
advance that you are choosing an “old-fashioned holiday,” a “simple season,” or a “classic
The fact is, people are struggling with mental health issues at
people, not the table setting. It’s the people, not the uniqueness of the gift. It’s the people, not
Please join us in this initiative. Let’s work together to give everyone a better opportunity to lead healthy, productive lives.
having about your loved one. Denying or ignoring these feelings only makes the feelings worse. Grant yourself the time to grieve, process, relive, or remember your connection and love for that person. This article previously appeared in the November/December issue of Good Life Family Magazine.
Christmas” this year as a way to set the tone that communicates less-is-more in all areas. Do the work! Like many things in life, humans want the desired outcome but often they don’t want to do the work. Looking at the calendar and getting organized in a way that
In Game of Thrones, John Snow rallied a coalition of diverse communities insurmountable White Walkers. We can do the same.
items that were theirs. Give yourself time to process the feelings and emotions you’re
It’s a self-fulfilling prophecy. Whether you think it will be stressful or not stressful, you will be right!
we can truly thrive.
to fight together and win the Great War against the seemingly
of that person. Look at photos or videos, read old cards from them, pull out and touch
Keeping Kids #SAFE in North Texas
works for you and your family is key. A quick Google search for “holiday planning” will help you organize your lists and think of things you had not even considered.
Kelly Jameson, PhD, LPC-S is a licensed therapist and public speaker in Dallas, Texas. She works with both adolescents and adults on life’s tough issues, both big and small. On the road, she excites audiences with educational and engaging presentations about the intersection of mental health and real life. Dr. Jameson currently serves on the boards of Grant Halliburton Foundation. More information can be found at drkellyjameson.com.
In October, Education and Outreach Manager Bianca Williams spent a day with students at Melissa Middle School where she presented #SAFE, an interactive presentation that teaches young people about mental health and wellness. So far this year, Grant Halliburton Foundation has reached more than 46,000 students, educators, parents, and professionals with life-saving mental health and
Foundation’s mental health programs for young people and adults. Photo Courtesy of Melissa Middle School
Tuesday, December 3
Preparing for the holidays is a joyous time for parents, but can also be wrapped in stress if you have a loved one struggling with a mental health issue.
7:30 a.m. Light Breakfast
Join us for a light breakfast followed by guest speaker Dr. Kelly Jameson who will break down the conflicts that arise during family togetherness and help you side-step the drama.
suicide prevention training.
Visit granthalliburton.org/programs to learn more about the
Home for the Holidays: A Parent’s Survival Guide
B R E A K FA S T S P E A K E R S E R I E S
Through this quarterly breakfast series, we want men to hear from compelling guest speakers on topics of mental, social, and emotional health. Sorry, ladies! Dad2Dad is for men only. Visit GrantHalliburton.org/coffeedays to learn about our support group for women.
RSVP to Carrie@GrantHallibur ton.org. There is no cost to attend.
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Happy Holidays?
A MESSAGE FROM FOUNDATION PRESIDENT
KEVIN HALL mental health advocates Julie Hersh and Martha and Doug Lang. Grant Halliburton Foundation has been an active participant in this coalition from its inception.
It’s no surprise that shopping and gift-giving are high on the list of stressful things about the holidays. Is there any way to ease the pressure around gift-giving?
up with reasons in your head why none of these will work for your family, right? My point
books), or put a financial limit on what everyone can spend. I bet you’re already coming exactly. The answer to creating a less stressful holiday is there, but most people can’t handle the less-is-more approach. I’m also giving you permission to ditch this idea: “Well, she bought me something, so I have to reciprocate.” This line of thinking is a slippery slope. You’ll never be able to foresee all the people who will give you a small, unexpected gift. Learn the art of saying “thank you” and keep moving forward with your day. Family drama! It’s almost guaranteed to rear its ugly head sometime during the holidays— and often at the worst possible moment. You know it’s going to happen. What can you do to ward off or minimize family drama? therapist! All jokes aside, here’s the deal. Your family may never be immune to drama at the holidays, but you can learn not to throw gasoline on it.
Place Like Hope for the Foundation’s North Texas Giving Day marketing campaign.
M
I work with many teenagers in my practice and we are constantly talking about the drama
ore than 200 supporters rallied
The creative campaign featured a five-part
to raise a record-breaking
video series called There’s No Place Like
$115,000 for Grant Halliburton
Hope, based on The Wizard of Oz. The
Foundation on North Texas Giving Day.
generous supporters and board members
well-established advocate for change. Our hope was to identify a partner
helped make this the Foundation’s most successful North Texas Giving Day.
BrainHealth Coalition could not have found a more fitting partner than
Overall, North Texas donors contributed a
Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute.
historic $50 million+ for nearly 3,000 North Texas nonprofits, making it the biggest North
The Institute will provide the organizational structure, leadership and
Texas Giving Day ever.
initial funding to enable the Coalition to pursue its vision under the newly
Grant Halliburton Foundation also received a second-place prize of $2,500 from Communities Foundation of Texas in the Best Integrated Marketing Campaign category.
to come.
getting organized in advance?
Almost everyone would agree that the holidays are wonderful, but the holidays are also stressful. Our tidings of comfort and joy can easily be devoured by the demands of the season. Do they have to be so hard? Is there anything we can do to make them less wearing?
Lights! Camera! Action! Puppeteers from Dallas Puppet Theater rehearse with Dorothy and Glinda before filming There’s No
the realization that it could be far more effective if aligned with a greater,
collaborative will be a significant force in mental health for many years
to-do list! Again, some people complain about the stress of the holidays, but how many are
Ahh, the million-dollar question! If I knew the answer to this, I would be a million-dollar
A $50,000 Challenge Fund provided by
formed Texas State of Mind Society for North Texas. We believe this new
thought, “Good for her!” Instead of judging her, let’s applaud her for getting ahead of her
only kids receive gifts, create a theme that everyone must shop for (such as movies or
We conducted a survey to find out what stresses people the most during the holidays. Then we asked Dallas therapist Dr. Kelly Jameson for some expert advice on how to make the holidays live up to our do-it-all, be-it-all, and buy-it-all expectations during the most wonderful time of the year.
The Coalition’s efforts to become a strong voice for mental health led to
whose vision, goals, and aspirations were consistent with ours. The
photo shoot…in October. You might you be thinking, “That’s ridiculous. It’s October.” I
What to do when stress overshadows the joy of the season
Coalition announced a plan to partner with Meadows Mental Health Policy
The Brain Health Coalition was formed in 2018 under the leadership of
A few days ago, a friend of mine posted a few funny shots of their holiday card family
Yes, but you may not like the answer. Large families can draw names, make a rule that
On October 30, a group of community leaders known as The Brain Health Institute to form the Texas State of Mind Society for North Texas.
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in their lives. I encourage them not to engage in the drama, but to just smile and nod and keep moving. I coach them to say “cool” and move on. This tactic applies with Uncle Larry at the table who wants to criticize what you are (or aren’t) eating. This applies to Aunt Pam who asks the most socially anxious nephew at the table to tell everyone about school. Use
videos focused on mental health and the
all the deflection tactics you know—humor, change the subject, or just smile and nod and
importance of supporting the Foundation
say, “You know, Uncle Larry, I’m not sure.”
on North Texas Giving Day.
On a personal note, another tactic is to share a moment with your partner before the trip,
Dallas Puppet Theater and Foundation staff
party, or weekend and say something along these lines: “Listen, you know my family gets
and volunteers served as actors and voices
to me. I need your help this weekend. I don’t want to fight with you, but my family makes
for the videos.
me so crazy that I might get agitated with you. I don’t mean it. I need you on my side this weekend, okay? I can’t deal with them and fight with you, so let’s agree to give each
“We are inspired by the generosity of North Texas Giving Day,” Grant Halliburton
In our survey, most people said their number-one source of stress around the holidays is “obligations” and “expectations.” Why do you think this is the biggest issue?
Foundation President Kevin Hall said. “This
The holidays represent a time of joy, togetherness, and connection—things we don’t get
donors who gave to the Foundation on
record-breaking day would not have been possible without the support of our generous Challenge Fund donors.”
enough of these days. We all crave this connectedness and joy so, in short, we over-do it. We aren’t great at scheduling family time that sparks joy, togetherness, and connection during the year. So we feel obligated to pack as much joy as possible into the four weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas. We go for the concentrated power punch of joy,
other some latitude, okay? And please help me not slap anyone.” This small but powerful conversation can set the tone and strengthen a bond between partners. I promise you this conversation works. I may or may not have used this with my own husband. Feelings of loss and sadness are often amplified during the holidays. What can a person do to honor the loss but still manage to find joy and comfort in the holiday season? During your holiday planning, set aside time to honor loved ones who are not present during the holidays. This could include a day you only do things that he or she would have
crammed into four weeks. As a result, we suffer the consequences of what I call the 4Fs:
loved. Go out and enjoy what they would have enjoyed and honor them that way.
Festive Family Fun Fatigue.
If your grief is such that you are not fit for public consumption, choose a quiet activity at
What can we do to reduce the stress around the obligations and expectations of the holidays?
home that allows your head and heart ample time to reflect and relive the good memories
unprecedented levels across North Texas. We need to stem this growing crisis, but no single organization can do it alone. We must
There’s a twofold approach to this: one is internal and the other is external.
work together if we are to make meaningful progress toward mental
Internally, practice gratitude. Remind yourself each morning that the holidays are designed
wellness in our community.
to be joyous and be grateful that you have people around you during this season. It’s the
Grant Halliburton Foundation intends to enthusiastically participate in this
the cleanliness. It’s the people, not the meals.
new initiative and encourages the rest of the mental health community to
Don’t drink the Kool-Aid. If you perpetuate the holiday hype, you may feel overwhelmed.
do the same.
If you choose not to accommodate the stress, you will have a very different experience.
In North Texas, we have an incomparable roster of mental health
Externally, call your shot! If you’re hosting or traveling, let your family know well in
organizations that succeed independently, but with greater collaboration,
advance that you are choosing an “old-fashioned holiday,” a “simple season,” or a “classic
The fact is, people are struggling with mental health issues at
people, not the table setting. It’s the people, not the uniqueness of the gift. It’s the people, not
Please join us in this initiative. Let’s work together to give everyone a better opportunity to lead healthy, productive lives.
having about your loved one. Denying or ignoring these feelings only makes the feelings worse. Grant yourself the time to grieve, process, relive, or remember your connection and love for that person. This article previously appeared in the November/December issue of Good Life Family Magazine.
Christmas” this year as a way to set the tone that communicates less-is-more in all areas. Do the work! Like many things in life, humans want the desired outcome but often they don’t want to do the work. Looking at the calendar and getting organized in a way that
In Game of Thrones, John Snow rallied a coalition of diverse communities insurmountable White Walkers. We can do the same.
items that were theirs. Give yourself time to process the feelings and emotions you’re
It’s a self-fulfilling prophecy. Whether you think it will be stressful or not stressful, you will be right!
we can truly thrive.
to fight together and win the Great War against the seemingly
of that person. Look at photos or videos, read old cards from them, pull out and touch
Keeping Kids #SAFE in North Texas
works for you and your family is key. A quick Google search for “holiday planning” will help you organize your lists and think of things you had not even considered.
Kelly Jameson, PhD, LPC-S is a licensed therapist and public speaker in Dallas, Texas. She works with both adolescents and adults on life’s tough issues, both big and small. On the road, she excites audiences with educational and engaging presentations about the intersection of mental health and real life. Dr. Jameson currently serves on the boards of Grant Halliburton Foundation. More information can be found at drkellyjameson.com.
In October, Education and Outreach Manager Bianca Williams spent a day with students at Melissa Middle School where she presented #SAFE, an interactive presentation that teaches young people about mental health and wellness. So far this year, Grant Halliburton Foundation has reached more than 46,000 students, educators, parents, and professionals with life-saving mental health and
Foundation’s mental health programs for young people and adults. Photo Courtesy of Melissa Middle School
Tuesday, December 3
Preparing for the holidays is a joyous time for parents, but can also be wrapped in stress if you have a loved one struggling with a mental health issue.
7:30 a.m. Light Breakfast
Join us for a light breakfast followed by guest speaker Dr. Kelly Jameson who will break down the conflicts that arise during family togetherness and help you side-step the drama.
suicide prevention training.
Visit granthalliburton.org/programs to learn more about the
Home for the Holidays: A Parent’s Survival Guide
B R E A K FA S T S P E A K E R S E R I E S
Through this quarterly breakfast series, we want men to hear from compelling guest speakers on topics of mental, social, and emotional health. Sorry, ladies! Dad2Dad is for men only. Visit GrantHalliburton.org/coffeedays to learn about our support group for women.
RSVP to Carrie@GrantHallibur ton.org. There is no cost to attend.
8 to 9 a.m. Guest Speaker Royal Oaks Country Club 7915 Greenville Ave. Dallas
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ore than 400 educators, parents, mental health professionals and community members attended Grant Halliburton Foundation’s sold-out 10th annual When Life Hands You Teenagers conference at the Plano Event Center on September 25. The day began with a keynote presentation by Nora McInerny, nationally known podcast host and author who defines herself as a “reluctant grief expert and notable widow.” With heart and humor, she shared with attendees how her own pain changed her family, her parenting, and her approach to life, and how life’s most painful moments can create opportunities for change, connection, and growth. Other speakers included Erin Walsh, M.A., of Spark and Stitch Institute. She provided critical information about fostering wellness in teenagers growing up in the rapidly changing digital age.
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nna Independent School District recently became the first district in Texas to adopt Thrive, Grant Halliburton Foundation’s new strategy that infuses mental, social and emotional health into the academic culture of schools. In addition to the Foundation, Thrive partners include The Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, The UT Dallas Center for BrainHealth, Okay to Say, and Hope Squad. Working with these mental health partners, Thrive incorporates evidence-based best practices, forming integrated layers of programs targeted to three critical audiences: students, faculty/staff, and parents. Programs are implemented through classroom education,
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extracurricular activities, peer-based programs, communitywide awareness campaigns, teacher/adult training, and speaker series and seminars. At a recent luncheon to celebrate the Anna launch, Foundation co-founder Vanita Halliburton said that Thrive will transform the way students learn, grow, and flourish in Anna. “With Thrive setting the new standard for academic culture, a new era in education has arrived in Anna ISD,” Halliburton said. “Educators there can now regard the primary aim of education as more than filling a child’s mind with knowledge.” For more information, visit GrantHalliburton.org/thrive
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Representatives from Anna ISD, Grant Halliburton Foundation, Thrive partners, and the community celebrate the official launch of Thrive at Anna High School on September 18.
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