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Serving the Greater San Antonio and New Braunfels area, including Schertz, Helotes and Bulverde Published By

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Your Best Energy Are we crazy, or is this just crazy?......

Up before dawn, meals prepped, kids dropped at school and then off to work - where the high gear, high demand frenzy continues. The evening is a crawl to the finish line after hauling kids to basketball/soccer/ dance practice (perhaps all of those noted in one night), driving-through for dinner, doing last-minute homework, and collapsing into bed for a repeat of this process in the days that follow.

Upon reflection of what we tackle as parents, it is truly amazing what we are capable of making happen, but at what point does it begin to work against us…and them? Of the many consequences to consider, we can all end up feeling like we’ve survived another day; like we have checked the boxes of our to do list but checked out on any level of meaningful engagement. Worse yet, we are teaching our children through our role-modeling that hurried, overscheduled, and wear-yourself-out is the way to get through life. What if we slowed down, simplified, and plugged into our lives in a way that truly feels like living?

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Create space – Strategically plan the day by taking inventory of what is on the schedule/agenda/to-do list, and consider, “Do I really need to tackle all of these things today? Can someone else help me with that item or can it possibly wait until tomorrow?”

Without this time for reflection, everything can begin to feel urgent, and this immediacy in getting it all done only adds to our overload and stress. Take this strategy a step further by proactively scheduling the personal time needed first, even if it’s just time to breathe, and schedule everything else around this precious recovery time.

Recruit help – There are many people in our life that could possibly lend a helping hand, starting with our own children. Can they make their own lunches the night before?

Can a teen grab some milk and other items on his/her way home from school? Not only does this support the needs of the household, but it teaches them kindness, helpfulness, and the importance of taking care of themselves and others.

Get up 15 minutes earlier – How we start our day lays the foundation for what is ahead. If the day starts like a gun going off in a race, then a race the day becomes. If it starts with calm, positive, and in control, we are much more likely to have that play out as the day goes on.

Start the day on a positive note – The simple fact that we wake up to enjoy another day is a reason to smile! Add a moment of reflection on other things or people for which we are grateful, meditation, a workout, making the bed…or bringing a cup of coffee to a spouse as a random act of kindness, playing music in the kitchen while preparing for the day, writing sweet little notes to kiddos to put in their school lunches…these are just a few of the many options that could generate positive emotional fuel for the day ahead.

Disconnect to connect – Life is a series of precious moments…how many are missed because of technology? Being connected to our cell phones 24/7 can create a disconnection with what is going on right here, right now, and the constant barrage of information that comes with using these devices can contribute significantly to the overload we feel.

This may come as a surprise, but the average person checks their phone 150 times a day. If we factor at least one minute for every check of the phone, this is two and a half hours of our day potentially wasted. What could be done with a little of that time back? Consider the opportunities at work or with friends and

family that could help to slow down the crazy technology train and allow more engagement and connection… especially when it matters.

Simplify – Contrary to what we may think at times, we cannot do it all… at least not all at the same time. Are there times when saying no would enable us to say yes to the life we want for ourselves and our families?

Are there priorities that we want to be able to give our full and best energy to, and other things/people/ activities that need to wait? Being mindful and fiercely protective of the balance we need and want could enable us to not just do but make an even greater difference.

Despite what we sometimes think, one hundred percent of the choices we make day to day are our own to choose. Taking accountability and making choices that align with what we want, ensuring that we aren’t overcomplicating or overburdening ourselves in what we take on, and being in charge of our life vs. life taking charge of us, are some of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves and our families. What are some new choices that could have a meaningful impact for you?

By: Jill Sharp As a Performance & Health Coach, Jill delivers training and development programs that cultivate healthy, high-performing individuals and teams. She also partners with organizations as a keynote speaker to inform, inspire, and empower others with the principles to perform in life. Jill is married with two daughters, Madison and Camille, balancing her career with the roles of motherhood, wife to her husband, Jay, and coach in community health, sports, and fitness programs.

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events ............ june June 1-10: Kerrville Folk Festival The Kerrville Folk Festival is a fun, family-friendly event that has been held annually for the past 45 years. Every day there are multiple performances by exciting artists, and harmonica and ukulele workshops.

June 2-4: San Antonio Summer Art & Jazz Festival Hosted at the Institute of Texan Cultures, this three-day cultural extravaganza brings more than 40 ethnic groups together in one place to showcase their authentic food, traditional music and dance and authentic crafts.

June 5-9: Space is the Place Space is the Place is a fun, kidfriendly program that allows children to learn about science and how the universe works. For all ages! Please register through New Braunfels Parks and Recreation Offices at 830.222.4370.

july July 4: 4th of July Celebrations Enjoy festivals, concerts and fireworks at locations across San Antonio, including Freedom Fest at Market Square, an arts and crafts show along the River Walk and extravaganzas at local theme parks.

July 4: H-E-B 4th of July Spectacular Join H-E-B for the largest Independence Day celebration in New Braunfels, featuring live music and fireworks over Landa Lake.

Come early, bring a picnic and enjoy the show!

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July 29th: Summer Trip: Sea World Sleepover Come stay the night at Sea World for a once in a lifetime experience!

Visit the Penguin Encounter, or take a backstage look at Beluga Whales and Dolphins up close from a viewpoint most park guests don’t receive. And there's so much more!

august August 1: Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure - San Antonio Turn San Antonio into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure. Combine the excitement of the Amazing Race with a threehour city tour.

August 5: Ford Canoe Challenge Join the Boy Scouts of America, Paseo del Rio Association, and San Antonio River Authority on Sat., August 6th from 7-11am for a race down the San Antonio River.

The challenge is also open to the public, corporations, and celebrity teams with special pricing for the Scouting community.

August 4-5 & 11-12: Fiesta Noche Del Rio Fiesta Noche del Rio is a summer outdoor performance on the River Walk featuring the songs and dances of Mexico, Spain, Argentina and Texas. Since 1957, the show has been seen by more than one million visitors from around the world and raised more than $2.75 million for local children’s charities.

Visit our Website at HillCountryParents.com for our full list of events!

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SUMMER CAMP GUIDE Special Advertising Section

ALAMO AREA GYMNASTICS and FITNESS CENTER 16675 Huebner Rd., SATX 210.479.8285 alamoareagymnastics.com What a great way for your kids to spend their time when school is out! Day camps are available for ages 4 and up.

I9 SPORTS CAMPS Multiple Locations 210.887.7138 | i9sports.com i9 Sports offers youth sports leagues, camps & clinics with a focus on fun & safety. We aim to help kids succeed in life through youth sports.

CITY of NEW BRAUNFELS PARKS AND RECREATION 110 Golf Course Rd., NBTX 830.221.4350 | nbtexas.org Your kids can spend their summer in New

Braunfels doing fun-filled activities such as games, crafts, movies and more.

MAD SCIENCE Multiple Locations 210.651.1143 | madscience.org Mad Science transforms laboratory science into fun, interactive learning experiences for kids. Our programs have been experienced by over 6.5 million children.

MAGIK THEATRE CAMP SHOWBIZ 420 S Alamo St., SATX 210.227.2751 | magiktheatre.org More than 13,000 children and teens have taken part in Camp Showbiz, our community’s premier summer theatre arts program. Our process-based approach to theatre brings out each child’s unique talents and shows them that they are capable of great things!

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THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN ANTONIO 17722 Rogers Ranch Pkwy., SATX 210.492.3553 | montessorisa.org MSSA’s full-day summer camp is available to children ages 4 (3 if student is enrolled at MSSA) through 12. In recent years these have included art, chess, cross stitch, drama, Lego robotics, martial arts, origami, science, Spanish, and violin. The school also hosts seasonal one-day arts and crafts classes. All activities and courses are taught by accomplished instructors selected from within and outside of The Montessori School of San Antonio community.

MUSICAL THEATRE CAMPS OF SA 12915 Jones Maltsberger Rd., #200 SATX | 210.495.2787 | saspa.org This camp combines fun and knowledge of the performing art skills necessary to be in a professional production, including acting, dancing, singing, writing a biography, choreography and a camp T-shirt.

SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE Multiple Locations 210.486.0000 | alamo.edu The Alamo Colleges have a variety of summer camp programs for kids that are educational and fun! We offer everything from academic enrichment (writing, science, art, computers) to advanced interest (robotics, 3-D game design, astronomy camp, martial arts) to flatout fun (basketball camp, dance/cheer camp, secret agent camp). Registration is going on now! Pick a college most convenient to you, then go online to pick a class or camp, and enroll your student today.

T BAR M CAMPS 2549 SH 46 W, NBTX 830.620.4263 | tbarmcamps.org Adventure with a purpose, T Bar M Camps is a non-denominational Christian sports and adventure camp with locations in New Braunfels, Texas and on Lake Travis near Austin.

INVENT. EXPLORE. CREATE. ENGAGE. #sanantoniocollege #kidscamps Keep your children’s minds going throughout the summer!

Learn more at

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SUMMER CAMP GUIDE Special Advertising Section

NEWKS ADVENTURE CAMP 325 Mission Valley Rd., NBTX 830.625.9105 texasadventurecamp.net Adventure camps are week-long sessions and offer an action-packed, exciting week of fun and adventurous challenges. Rafting, zip line, campouts, Schlitterbahn, paintball, team building, orienteering, archery, camp dance, swimming, tubing, and much more will make this the best week of your summer!

CHRISTIAN YOUTH THEATER Multiple Locations - NBTX SATX 830.302.2298 | cytsanantonio.com CYT Musical Theater Summer Camps are some of the most affordable quality musical theatre camps in the area. Our camps are for ages 4-18 and are taught by qualified instructors.

THE DOSEUM 2800 Broadway, SATX 210.212.44535 | thedoseum.org Keep your child’s brain active! We’ll spark their curiosity as we explore intersections between science, art, creativity & discovery.

4-6 & 7-10 year old sessions, extended care available 8am - 5pm.

YMCA Multiple Locations - NBTX SATX 210.357.1900 | ymcasatx.org Our day camps are perfect for parents who need a fun, safe place for their children this summer break. Campers will grow in our 5 core character values: faith, responsibility, caring, honesty, and respect.

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CA M P READY FOR ADVENTURE? Located in New Braunfels, this co-ed camp for ages 9-16 offers action-packed week-long sessions during the summer.

Experience our high ropes course, rafting, tubing, Schlitterbahn, Enchanted Rock campouts, rock climbing, and much more!

This will be the best week of your summer!

The Magik Theatre • 420 S. Alamo • San Antonio 78208 Magik Performing Arts Center • 5359 Casa Bella • San Antonio

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How to Get Your Child Ready for a Successful School Year Summer is swiftly coming to an end and already many school systems are starting back for the beginning of another year. Lots of children approach this time of year with a feeling of elation-the chance to see friends and favorite teachers lights up their faces.

But for others, the beginning of the school year can be a time of anxiety almost equal to that of the parents. Here are some helpful tips on how to begin the school year ready so that your child can be successful all year long.

• If your school system has an open-house or pre-registration, take every opportunity of this and attend. This is a chance to meet your child’s teachers and help your child find their way around the school. Even if they have attended this school for years, take advantage and show them around since

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many school systems are experiencing heavy turnover and your child may find the teacher who was in Room 105 may not be there anymore. Also, this is a great way to show your child that education matters to you.

• Once you receive the school’s calendar, program the important dates into your smart phone, or buy a dayplanner to keep track of these. Be sure to know about holidays, progress reports, report cards, and early release days. The last is truly important as these are often set aside for parent conferences.

• Set up your home computer for your child. Set up a special folder in “My Documents” just for them so that they can save all of their important papers and essays. Also, set up a section in your internet bookmarks just for your child. Be sure to include educational websites such as research sites and tutoring sites. If your child is in high school, the OWL website at Purdue University is a good one to set aside for all things related to writing. But also make sure that you get math websites set aside for the purpose of practice and drills.

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Children are our most precious resource, so we have compiled this list to help you find the best schools for your kids. www.HillCountryParents.com/Directory

Basis Charter Schools basissanantonionc.org 210-775-4125 318 E Ramsey Rd., S.A.

Brain Balance

brainbalancecenters.com 210-620-7378 New Braunfels, S.A.

Calvary Baptist Academy cbatexas.org 830-629-0049 177 West Klein, New Braunfels

Howard Payne University hputx.edu 830-629-2366 4102 Loop 337, New Braunfels

Students at BASIS San Antonio North Central are diverse in their interests and talents, and are active academic and extracurricular participants on both local and national levels.

Groundbreaking program provides results because they don’t just work with a child’s strengths or compensate for a weakness, they tackle the root cause of the issue.

Calvary Baptist Academy (CBA) is an educational ministry of Calvary Baptist Church. Since 1981, Calvary Baptist Academy has been striving to train its students to be morally, physically, and intellectually prepared to live a successful life.

A Christian liberal arts institution, Howard Payne prides itself on fostering a close community where personal connection is valued.

Living Rock Academy

We offer a Christ-centered, challenging and innovative education preparing students for God’s intended purpose.

Little Vineyard Preschool

Christian Preschool and Childcare Provider in San Antonio, TX Offering Faith-Based daycare for children ages 6 weeks - Pre K.

livingrockacademy.com 830-387-2929 2500 Bulverde Rd., Bulverde littlevineyard.org 210-201-7398 1323 Brookstone, S.A.

Montessori School of San Antonio montessorisa.org 210-492-3553 17722 Rogers Ranch Pkwy., S.A.

Tiny Planet Preschool tinyplanet.education 210-971-8505 5205 Fredericksburg Rd., S.A.

St. Peter Prince of the Apostles School stpeterprince.org 210-824-3171 112 Marcia, S.A.

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A school that uses the Montessori approach to education to foster student development. The school welcomes children from the ages of 3rd to 8th grade.

Tiny Planet is a Preschool designed to enable all children to enhance self-esteem & positive feeling toward learning.

Founded in 1926, St. Peter Prince of Apostles School has consistently developed students with big hearts and strong minds in the San Antonio community.

BASIS schools are ranked the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report

BASIS San Antonio Primary North Central is still accepting K–5 applications for the 2017–2018 school year.

Limited seats available in grades K–5

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One of the Nation's Best Academic Programs is Tuition-Free and Growing in San Antonio!

San Antonio’s youngest minds have access to a world-class education at BASIS Texas Schools.

At BASIS Texas schools, young students are taught a passion for learning that stays with them throughout their education. A combination of exceptional teachers, student-driven learning, and unparalleled academic support prepares students for the challenges of college, the working world and beyond.

powerful learning environment.

Our educational model includes: accelerated liberal arts, math, and science studies, as well as an introduction to subjects like Mandarin Chinese and engineering in Kindergarten. One of the most unique aspects of the BASIS Curriculum is the Connections course; it ties multiple subjects together to help students see the links between academic subjects and real world issues.

BASIS students are given an opportunity to be themselves, to let their true spirits and passions fly, and are given the best environment to do so.

While many primary schools place two teachers per classroom, the BASIS charter school two-teacher model is unique. In our model, one teacher is a Subject Expert Teacher (SET), and one is a Learning Expert Teacher (LET). The SET is just that: a teacher with a minimum four-year degree in their respective area of expertise, while a LET usually has a degree in education or early childhood education. So imagine that your first grade student is learning math from a teacher with a mathematics degree, while your second grade student’s Language Arts class is taught by a teacher with an advanced English degree. These educators, who are both passionate and experienced in their fields, create a 20

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So why choose BASIS charter schools for your child?

BASIS charter schools feature a rigorous education that inspires students to love learning, to be independent and formulate their own goals, and to graduate prepared for top-tier colleges Every BASIS Texas school is a community of unique individuals.

Students drive their own learning and every child is inspired to explore topics that interest them. They master fundamental skills early on so that they may embark on advanced academic exploration in middle and high school.

Every parent wants this for their child!

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Health Care Choices

Children are our most precious resource, so we have compiled this list to to help you find the best health care provider for your kids. www.HillCountryParents.com/Directory

Location Contact ABCD Pediatrics 2115 Stephens Place

Acorn Pediatrics

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15303 Huebner Rd. acornpediatricssa.com

Ault & Ault Orthodontics

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CentroMed

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217 N CM Pkwy.

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Children’s Dental Ark

610 Landa St. Children’s Hospital of San San Antonio 333 N. Santa Rosa

Cute Smiles 4 Kids

823 Bandera Rd.

Helotes Pediatrics

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Little Teeth of Texas

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Providing caring and informed attention to your children’s health and well being as they grow and thrive into adulthood.

Dedicated to providing family-centered, quality healthcare for children from birth through college.

For reliable, dependable orthodontic treatment, give Ault & Ault Orthodontics a call. Your initial exam is FREE. Located in San Marcos.

CentroMed has a team of pediatricians and pediatric nurse practioners trained to take care of children's healthcare needs.

Our mission is to guide children through their dental experiences while providing comprehensive care in a friendly environment.

One of the best pediatric medical centers in the US, offering a complete range of health care services for children.

Ranging from preventative to restorative dentistry, our office offers in-house conscious sedation and general cutesmiles4kidstx.com anesthesia, providing a pain-free, comfortable, and fun experience for your children!

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LaAltura Pediatrics

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Where children come first, and where Helotes pediatricians and patients work together to provide exceptional care for kids in the Helotes and San Antonio area.

Our team consists of experienced, compassionate pediatricians and friendly, nurturing staff members who take pride in giving our young patients the care they deserve.

Creating positive dental experiences for your child is important and will place your child on a path of good dental health without fear for a lifetime.

Having a great smile means different things to different people. We listen carefully so we can provide treatment newbraunfelsdentalarts.com that will achieve your goals.

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Our mission is to guide children through their dental experiences while providing comprehensive dental care in a friendly environment.

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Northeast Children's Dental San Antonio/Schertz

Pegasus Pediatrics

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Tooth Transitions

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Creating happy, healthy smiles one child at a time. Our dental team is highly skilled and loves working with children.

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Our clinic provides pediatric medical services for 210-370-3061 pegasuspediatrics.com infants, children and teenagers.

Stone Oak Orthodontist is dedicated to "raising the bar" for orthodontic care. We develop a personal relationship with stoneoakorthodontist.com each patient and provide a better life through a pleasing smile.

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At Tooth Transitions Pediatric Dentistry, we do everything we can to make your child's experience fun and fearless. Locations in San Antonio and Bulverde.

Live. Laugh. Smile. The team at Westpointe is committed to helping you look, feel and smile your best. www.hillcountryparents.com

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Schedule your birthday parties with Altitude and let our party hosts do all of the work; from organization to setup and cleanup, parents should feel like they're able to sit back and enjoy the party as much as the kids.

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Extracurricular Activities Can Help Your Teen Prepare for the Real World Involvement in academic and athletic extracurricular activities is a big part of your teen’s high school years. It gives them a chance to express themselves by participating in one of the various programs the school or your community offers. It’s true that this is an excellent way to help teens make friends with like-minded peers while learning valuable social skills. However, the benefits don’t stop when they walk across the stage and receive their diploma. Many students will go on to enter the work place or further their education. It is in these places that the skills they learn will give them the edge they need to make their way in an adult world.

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