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As parents, we want to raise our children to be kind, empathetic, and inclusive. One way to promote these values is by teaching our kids about disabilities. With the right resources and guidance, we can help our children understand and appreciate differences in...

This week our students learn about the Live to Give component of receiving gracefully. Often when we give, it inspires others to give gracefully also. Children may find it challenging to receive compliments or help, and may need guidance and modeling to accept help or...

Have you ever wondered why some students seem to excel in learning while others struggle? I experienced a concept that may hold a large piece of the equation – "The Zones of Learning." This model shows us the different levels of challenge we face when trying to learn...

This week our students learn about making a difference by helping others. One of the best ways to feel better and become happier is to help someone else. Similarly, a way to bring more good things into our lives is to start giving. When we do this, we create value...

This week we welcome a guest writer, Wendy Coller, for this segment while Kara is helping at the Alliance Redwoods Field Trip. I’m Wendy, and if we haven’t met, I’m a Cottonwood staff member, and I’m also a Cottonwood parent of six kiddos, grades kinder through 8th....

This month our students will be learning about the Live to Give Mindset which teaches the importance of serving others while maximizing our own potential. This mindset tells us that abundance in life is a cycle; in order to receive love, respect, and financial...

Hi Cottonwood families! My name is Amanda Bell, Cottonwood parent of four and new Family Liaison. You might have seen me around our Community Facebook Page or on one of our many school field trips. I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself, my family, and...

Happy Wednesday, Cottonwood friends! I can hardly believe we are approaching enrollment/re-enrollment season for next school year when we still have some road left to travel! Stay the course, friends, but… also consider trying new things and mixing it up! While we...

This week our students learn that when we restructure and focus our time in order to get the most out of the moments we have, we take powerful steps toward reaching our goals. There are 24 hours in a day. When we use time within those 24 hours to do something we are...