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2024 Red Stick Mom Teacher of the Year Finalists! We received some amazing nominees for our Red Stick Mom Teacher of the Year campaign … nominated by parents, students, colleagues, neighbors, and friends … all who have made a difference in the lives of students and who motivate and inspire those around them. Selecting the top 10 finalists from all of the nominations proved to be a very difficult task. A team of objective judges will determine the Red Stick Mom Teacher of the Year from the 10 finalists below, and the winner will be announced on Monday, May 6th! Top 10 Finalists Bridgette Ford - Gonzales Middle School, Ascension {Nominated by :: Sara Hodge} My son took English Honors with Bridgette last year and...

Give Your Family a Worldly Experience: Host a High School Exchange Student Are you searching for a way to expose your children to different cultures or add a little vibrancy to your house? Volunteering to host an exchange student is a great way to experience different cultures and it offers numerous benefits for you and your family. Now is a great time to select a student to host for the upcoming school year. Doing so will allow you to start communicating with the student and preparing for his or her arrival. Who can host an exchange student? From traditional families to single parents and empty-nesters, host families come in many different forms. Host families have high school-aged children, toddlers, or no children...

Disclosure :: Special thanks to our sponsors, East Baton Rouge Parish Library, Livingston Parish Library and Dynamic Therapy Specialists of Baton Rouge for making this Ultimate Guide to Summer Fun in (and around) Baton Rouge possible! If you are looking for fun in Baton Rouge with kids, we have you covered, mama!There's nothing quite like summertime in Baton Rouge - the sun is shining warmly, schools are out, and there’s a certain joy that comes from having extra free time to explore your own city. Whether you’re looking for ways to keep the kids occupied or ideas on how you can make new memories while exploring our beloved city this summer, we’ve got you covered with our ultimate guide to...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Visit Pensacola. Discover Why Pensacola is the Way to Beach™ Nestled in the northwest corner of Florida, Pensacola is the ultimate beach destination, boasting a one-of-a-kind fusion of history, culture and coastal allure. It’s a perfect quick-getaway from Baton Rouge. And, in Pensacola you’ll find that The Way To Beach™ is so much more that sugar-white sands and clear Gulf waters. With roots dating back to 1559, this city wears its multicultural heritage proudly, with influences from Britain, France, and Spain that resonate through its architecture, local cuisine, and year-round festivals.  As you explore the streets of Downtown Pensacola, each step you take is a walk through history. The Downtown area is the entertainment and...

Baton Rouge With Kids If you are looking for things to do in Baton Rouge with kids, might we suggest a water park or splash pad? But you may be wondering, what's the best splash pad in Baton Rouge? Where can you swim in Baton Rouge with kids? Is there a lazy river in Baton Rouge? If you're looking for water fun in and around Baton Rouge, look no further than Red Stick Mom! There are dozens of Baton Rouge splash pads and places to have fun in the water around Baton Rouge! If you’re looking for a place to swim in Baton Rouge with kids, check out our Best Swimming Pools in Baton Rouge post! If you are looking for...