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Mary Jane (MJ) Suttor has spent the last 20 years as a high school English teacher. In these endeavors she has also advised school newspapers and yearbooks as well. In addition to these assignments, Mary Jane has been a high school theater director who has

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Children's Activities (Other) How after-school jobs build self-esteem for teens: 2 of 26
"I can't go out this Saturday night because I have to work." I remember the first time that one of my teenage children muttered these words to a friend and I have heard them many, many times since. These words were not said with a sense of dread or disappointment, but rather a statement of fact as well as with a small sense ... More..
Food & Drink > Beef, Pork & Meat Recipes Recipes: Slow cooker brisket: 1 of 13
Cooking brisket in the slow cooker is a no-brainer for any eay meal for company or for anytime that the cook doesn't really have time to be watching the stove. I have three different simple recipes that are all great versions of crockpot brisket. The key is that slow cooking usually means easy, so the ingredients need to mak... More..
Travel > Vacations Planning a family summer vacation on a budget: 6 of 77
With the price of gas on the rise and food prices reflecting this increase too, families have to ponder whether the annual summer vacation is affordable for them. With a little well thought out planning, families can have a fun vacation without braking the bank. 1) Consider location. It may not be the year to go on a cross c... More..
Food & Drink > Pasta, Grain & Rice Recipes Recipes: Chicken, Broccoli and Rice Casserole: 2 of 25
Chicken, Broccoli and Rice Casserole is a classic recipe that has been around since the 1950's. Whether a cook is looking for a way to use some leftovers or just looking for a quick comforting weeknight meal, here are three excellent versions of this traditional casserole dish. Cheesy Chicken Rice Bake 1 (10 oz ) pkg frozen ... More..
Relationships & Family > First Dates How to impress a girl: 6 of 73
Dating back to the age of cavemen when choosing a mate was vital to the survival of mankind, what do you imagine were the qualities that the average cavewoman looked for in her mate? Did cavewomen gather together to gossip about Thag's imposing brow or Garg's thrusting lower lip? Perhaps they were impressed with Thag's abili... More..
Education > Standardized Tests Why standardized tests are ruining public education: 2 of 24
Standardized testing is not improving education overall. Although it has made educators more aware of specific targets for students to meet and has made education a little more consistent on a state by state basis, there are many results that are not so attractive due to the emphasis that schools place on standardized tests.... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) 4th of July fireworks: Safety tips: 1 of 12
The July 4th holiday is filled with memories of family picnics, parades and fireworks. Unfortunately for many families the memory of fireworks often includes burns, cuts, and trips to the emergency room. To avoid any mishaps with fireworks over the July 4th holiday, there are several important safety tips that should be foll... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Problems Parents Face Single parents: How to get the kids involved with cooking: 1 of 12
Not only is it great fun for kids to be involved in the kitchen,you can reinforce math skills and develop a bond with your kids in the process. 1)The first place all of my kids started was mixing powdered sugar-free lemonade and water in a pitcher. Fill the water in the pitcher, help them open the container of lemonade, and ... More..
Education > Secondary School Issues Should an interpersonal communication class be required for high school students?: 1 of 12
Having taught high school speech for twenty years and knowing the curriculum and the state standards inside and out, I am very confident in proposing that an interpersonal communication class should not be required for high school students. This is quite simply repetitive. It is like suggesting that there should be a class o... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Tips for doing your home inventory before you move: 1 of 12
Whether it is a move across town or a trip across the country, having an accurate inventory of the items in your household is essential. 1)First make some decisions about which items need to go on the inventory. Reasons to include items on the inventory are sentimental value, financial value, and irreplaceable value. If it s... More..