All States, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands have statutes identifying persons who are required to report suspected child maltreatment to an appropriate agency, such as child protective services, a law enforcement agency, or a State’s toll-free child abuse reporting hotline. The […]
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Happy New Year…Again! The start of a new year welcomes in the potential of 365 days of opportunity, excitement, and improvement. Whether we are creating a vision board, writing goals in a journal, or making New Year’s Resolutions, most of us have something specific we are planning to do or someone we want to
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“Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.” -Joseph Addison I have always loved to read. Books have been a huge part of my learning both inside and outside the classroom. As I think back on my career journey I know that I would not be where I am today without
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Nicki Loves Cupcakes One of the 2018 goals for my writing is to allow you to learn more about me – not just my technical skills. One thing everyone who knows me knows is that I have a sweet tooth. I love Sour Patch Kids, Payday candy bars, and most of all I love
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My Theme for 2018 Many people create New Year’s Resolutions? Are you one of the millions? I’ve never created and committed to any New Year’s Resolution. I usually have created an annual motto or mantra, however. In 2017, I didn’t select a motto or a mantra but kicked off the year with a full
“A goal without a plan is a wish.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry A goal is a purpose toward which an endeavor is directed. Setting goals helps you clarify what you want and what you need to do to achieve it. SMART Goals are: (1) Specific (2) Measurable (3) Attainable (4) Relevant (5) Tim-Bound
I want to start the new year with a re-introduction and a rebrand. One of my 2018 business goals is to share more of me with you – my goals, preferences, experiences, and expectations and not just my technical knowledge and skills. As we enter 2018, I want to share 18 things you should know
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It’s AVAILABLE To ME Happy New Year!! Welcome to 2018!! At the end of every year I reflect on my desires and fears, goals and accomplishments, and ideas and plans. I am both very practical and also a dreamer. These two characteristics – my brain and my heart – are often at odds
I dedicate the end of the year to giving, resting and reflection. Christmas is my favorite holiday and favorite time of year. Our annual Pack A Purse™ Drive is a significant undertaking that spans all of the month of November and the majority of December. Serving foster youth in this way is an
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Have A Very Merry Christmas! Question 1: What is your favorite way to celebrate Christmas? Nicki’s Answer: At home with family and a good Christmas movie to end the night. Question 2: What is your favorite Christmas song? Nicki’s Answer: Christmas All Over The World by New Edition Question 3: What
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