Preparing Your Kids for School

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  By Sarah Baray, Ph.D., CEO Photos courtesy of Pre-K 4 SA   Pre-K 4 SA is San Antonio’s premier early learning initiative, delivering high-quality education through four model education centers and supporting more than 90 partner programs citywide. As summer comes to a close, families across the city are preparing for the return to […]

What’s In Your Bag, Marisa Mendez

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  By Lainey Berkus  |  Photography by Jennifer Denton   There’s a unique magic in losing oneself within the pages of a book. For many, this enchantment began in childhood, with bedtime stories like The Cat in the Hat, Charlotte’s Web, Goodnight Moon, The Wizard of Oz, and The Very Hungry Caterpillar.   Reflecting on […]

Laurel Ridge Treatment Center

Laurel Ridge Team

  Ashley Sacriste of Laurel Ridge Treatment Center is Committed to its Mission of”Saving Lives, Healing Families, and Creating Hope”   By Antonio Gutierrez  |  Photography by Suzanne Pack, Celebrated Reflections   Since taking the helm as CEO of Laurel Ridge Treatment Center in June 2024, Ashley Sacriste has wasted no time in fulfilling one […]

The School Search

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  Navigating Your Child’s Educational Journey By Michelle Spoonemore, Ph.D.   In the complex landscape of education, selecting the right school is more than a logistical choice—it’s a decision that can illuminate their path, spark their potential, and set the stage for lifelong learning. Modern education is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. Each child brings a […]

Guy to Know Pastor Ed Newton

Ed Newton

  By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran   Pastor Ed’s journey is deeply rooted in his unique upbringing—an experience that shaped his worldview and calling to serve others. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, to two deaf parents, Ed was thrust into the role of being their voice and ears, navigating a world where […]