Publisher’s Letter
Have a Great Valentine’s Day and Check Out Family Fun Fest Many teachers are finding that they not only need to teach academics, but also help students in the classroom with emotional and social regulation. Great attitudes lead to fewer behavior problems. If these work together, children have a better chance to learn. Social and emotional learning begins at home. Our SEL Programs article (page 16) also suggests parents talk with teachers to find out how to reinforce techniques learned in the classroom. Check out the list of SEL Programs in San Diego. Afterschool programs come in all different shapes and activities. Read about two San Diego County students who have turned their music and sports hobbies into real lifelong adventures. Read about Bryce Wettstein and Marissa Grace on page 26. Hugs, kisses and high fives are important every day of the year. Writer Jody Lee Cates helps explain how unconditional love is ongoing (see page 22). Your kids need to know they are loved even when you are disciplining them. Show your love to them everyday! Valentine’s Day is always a special day to celebrate love. Turn to Family Magazine’s Valentine’s Day Round-Up at www.sandiegofamily.com for ideas that can be used for Valentine’s Day (and any day). I am ready for Strawberry Sweethearts Cocoa. Come to San Diego Family’s Fun Fest on Sunday, Feb. 9, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Corner Zone. See you there for gobs of fun activities, prizes and resource booths, all for FREE (more info on page 28).
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What sports and/or art programs have your kids been involved in? Giovanni Baldan, marketing representative My kids played tennis, baseball, lacrosse and dance, but it was our experience with football where we really felt a difference. The coaches made all the kids feel like family, building confidence and strength in each individual. And the kids supported each other — both on and off the field. Lisa Gipson, managing editor My oldest daughter was involved in dance, singing and CYT from third through 12th grade. Then my husband and I made the switch from theater parents to sports parents because our other two daughters played basketball (one still does) — both were recruited to play in college. Tony Andrews, marketing representative Baseball, gymnastics and cheerleading have been excellent sports programs for our kids. They learned so much through discipline, commitment, practice and teamwork — important skills they continue to develop as young adults. Anne Malinoski, contributing writer My son (age 6) loves film workshops at Media Arts Center San Diego. His group recently produced two short films and treated parents to a premiere at the Digital Gym Cinema. The kids learned to write, storyboard, act, film and edit. They even used the green screen! Pick up the April issue to read Anne’s article highlighting more of her son’s experience.
