CONTENTS August 2026 • Issue 433 in each issue
The Mama Files Community Education Book Corner Dad Next Door
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Thrive Faith
Things to Do Things We Love
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2025–26 Cover Kid Paige W.’s kind heart, compassionate spirit, and joyful personality make her a delight to be around. Whether she’s dancing ballet, creating arts and crafts, or exploring her love of beauty, she approaches everything with creativity, dedication, and determination.
ACHIEVEMENT KIDS & ACTIVITY CULTURE Examine how overscheduled lives, youth sports, and achievement pressure are impacting kids’ mental, physical, and family well-being. 24 THE OVERSCHEDULED CHILDHOOD Between practices, lessons, and packed calendars, are today’s children thriving or simply trying to keep up? 28 WHAT TEACHERS WISH PARENTS KNEW IN 2026 What’s really happening inside today’s classrooms? Local teachers discuss the challenges, misconceptions, and hopes shaping education in 2026. 32 37 AFTER THE BELL: LOCAL AFTER-SCHOOL FUN From dance and drama to coding and karate, discover the local after-school programs helping Baton Rouge kids learn, grow, and thrive beyond the classroom. THE COVER KID EVENT IS BACK—NOW WITH A SENSORY-FRIENDLY HOUR! The Cover Kid Event returns with a more inclusive experience featuring a new Sensory-Friendly Hour designed to help every child shine. 44
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AUGUST FAMILY BUCKET LIST Fun activities to enjoy this month.
5 DATE NIGHT IDEAS FOR PARENTS Reconnect and make time for just the two of you.
DINNER IN A DASH Family-friendly recipes for busy school nights.
THE R3 RESET Learn how the three R’s can transform family conflicts.
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