Parenting

Hot Wheels Unveils New Die-Cast to Encourage Open-Ended Play Ahead of Autism Acceptance Month

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
People with Disabilities, Parenting, Children, Entertainment, Toys, Other Entertainment, Family, Consumer, Retail, Licensing (Entertainment), Partnership, Hot Wheels, ASAN, Motion, Love, Autistic Self Advocacy Network, Multimedia, SRP, Spectrum, Hot, Toy

Today, Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced the Hot Wheels® Flippin Fast™ die-cast, a new vehicle designed to encourage an open-ended play experience, ahead of Autism Acceptance Month in April.

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  • Today, Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced the Hot Wheels® Flippin Fast™ die-cast, a new vehicle designed to encourage an open-ended play experience, ahead of Autism Acceptance Month in April.
  • The Flippin Fast die-cast ignites the challenger spirit as one of the most versatile die-cast vehicles from Hot Wheels.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240326156181/en/
    Mattel's Hot Wheels® Flippin Fast™ die-cast, a new vehicle designed to encourage an open-ended play experience, was developed in partnership with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN).
  • Hot Wheels Flippin Fast is now available on-shelf at retailers nationwide for $1.25 SRP, right next to all the other Hot Wheels toys fans know and love.

Hotel Bambinee, a First-of-Its-Kind Urban, Child-Centered Hotel Brand in the U.S., Launches

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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So, she created Hotel Bambinee to deliver an elevated lifestyle experience that puts families at the forefront.

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  • So, she created Hotel Bambinee to deliver an elevated lifestyle experience that puts families at the forefront.
  • A café will offer kid-friendly meals, and a small bar will serve beer, wine and mocktails for the adults.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “The brand reflects the busy, wonderful, complex and ever-changing world of families.
  • Meng has also created Club Bambinee as a way to work within existing hotel properties, to maximize underutilized space or floors.

96th ABC Kite Fest Takes Flight in Zilker Park on Sunday, April 14

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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ABC Kite Fest , the largest and longest-running festival of its kind, will return to Zilker Park on Sunday, April 14, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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  • ABC Kite Fest , the largest and longest-running festival of its kind, will return to Zilker Park on Sunday, April 14, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325804845/en/
    Fun for the whole family at the 96th ABC Kite Fest!
  • “We invite everyone—from kite aficionados to first-time flyers—to join us on April 14 in Zilker Park to experience firsthand the unique joy and revelry of the ABC Kite Fest.
  • Founded in 1929 by The Exchange Club of Austin, ABC Kite Fest is underwritten by ABC Home & Commercial Services and produced by the Friends of the ABC Kite Fest, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Enrollment Now Open at Tuition-free Online Public School Ohio Virtual Academy for 2024-2025 School Year

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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Enrollment is now open at Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA), a full-time online public school with Ohio-certified teachers powered by Stride K12 .

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  • Enrollment is now open at Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA), a full-time online public school with Ohio-certified teachers powered by Stride K12 .
  • The open enrollment period — available to students anywhere in the state — is from March 22-October 31.
  • “OHVA offers a personalized approach to education that helps students discover a career path suited to their interests,” said Kristin Stewart, head of school at OHVA.
  • The full-day kindergarten program will involve five hours of online lessons, live sessions, virtual resources and social activities each day.

The Rise of Empowered Parenting: Social Media Sparks a Revolution of Embracing Imperfection and Authenticity Among Parents

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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As the antidote to feeling shame and judgment resulting in high levels of stress, today’s parents are prioritizing authenticity, humor and personal well-being on their parenting journeys.

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  • As the antidote to feeling shame and judgment resulting in high levels of stress, today’s parents are prioritizing authenticity, humor and personal well-being on their parenting journeys.
  • They are forsaking unrealistic standards for showcasing raw, relatable moments, whether in person or on social networks.
  • Social media has contributed to this new, empowered approach to embracing imperfections.
  • According to a recent Pew Research study, 65% of parents rarely or never feel judged by their community of parents.

Hasbro Announces Changes to Board of Directors

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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“We are thrilled to have Frank, Darin, and Owen join our accomplished and diverse Board of Directors,” said Rich Stoddart, Chair of Hasbro’s Board of Directors.

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  • “We are thrilled to have Frank, Darin, and Owen join our accomplished and diverse Board of Directors,” said Rich Stoddart, Chair of Hasbro’s Board of Directors.
  • Each of them will add tremendous value and unique perspective to our Board.
  • Alan will continue to be actively engaged with Hasbro helping to guide the company’s charitable efforts, in addition to his many other philanthropic pursuits.
  • That won’t change and I’m excited to support Hasbro in my next chapter.”

Trust & Will Helps You ‘Make It Count’ in New TV Campaign

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325085778/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325085778/en/
    Founded in 2017, Trust & Will is on a mission to help every family leave a legacy by bringing the estate planning process online.
  • Working with Marketing Architects to uncover audience insights and produce compelling creative, Trust & Will landed on ‘Make It Count’ for the campaign.
  • The campaign will run on both linear and streaming TV for maximum reach.
  • “We're excited about Trust & Will further tapping into TV’s ability to drive brand growth and help more people than ever in the estate planning process.”

Arizona Virtual Academy Teacher Authors Children's Book About Courage

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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Tasneem Halloum, a seventh-grade science teacher at Arizona Virtual Academy (AZVA), has authored a children’s book titled “A Kids Book About Courage.” Published in November 2023, the book is the latest in the acclaimed book series “A Kids Book About,” which explains complex topics — racism, empathy, equality, anxiety and more — for children ages 5 and up.

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  • Tasneem Halloum, a seventh-grade science teacher at Arizona Virtual Academy (AZVA), has authored a children’s book titled “A Kids Book About Courage.” Published in November 2023, the book is the latest in the acclaimed book series “A Kids Book About,” which explains complex topics — racism, empathy, equality, anxiety and more — for children ages 5 and up.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240322948275/en/
    AZVA Teacher Tasneem Halloum and her book, A Kids Book About Courage (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Over the years, I’ve taught children with varied backgrounds and abilities, and I’ve seen the life challenges they face,” Halloum said.
  • The courage AZVA students and all the students I have worked with over the years express daily is what inspired this book.”
    “A Kids Book About Courage” describes courage and its different forms and shares how all children have courage within themselves.
  • Halloum’s book is part of a children’s book series that explains the big issues young people face and how they can deal with them.

New Poll Shows Overwhelming Demand for Skilled Trades Classes in L.A. County High Schools

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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Eighty-seven percent of voters agree that it “was a mistake” to remove classes in subjects including carpentry, welding, transportation mechanics, and other skilled trades from most Los Angeles high schools and identify this removal as a convincing reason to expand skilled trades education in public high schools.

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  • Eighty-seven percent of voters agree that it “was a mistake” to remove classes in subjects including carpentry, welding, transportation mechanics, and other skilled trades from most Los Angeles high schools and identify this removal as a convincing reason to expand skilled trades education in public high schools.
  • Today, fewer than 1 in 5 public high schools in L.A. County’s 80 school districts offer any type of skilled trades education.
  • Merely 20 schools across the county offer classes in construction and only one offers an electrical course, despite nationwide labor shortages in these high-paying fields.
  • The mission of Harbor Freight Tools for Schools is to increase support and understanding of, and investment in, skilled trades education in U.S. public high schools.

Grand Canyon Private Academy Names Melissa Spade Operations Manager

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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Grand Canyon Private Academy (GCPA), a full-time, online private college and career preparatory school powered by K12 , has named Melissa Spade as its Operations Manager.

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  • Grand Canyon Private Academy (GCPA), a full-time, online private college and career preparatory school powered by K12 , has named Melissa Spade as its Operations Manager.
  • “We are excited that Melissa is taking on the critical role of Operations Manager at our school,” GCPA Executive Director Bouchra Bouanani said.
  • As Operations Manager, she will be a resource for all GCPA staff, students and parents/guardians.
  • This fall, the academy will welcome high school seniors to its family of emerging leaders.