Christine Otten
Every generation | Mark’s Remarks
Remember that Mike and the Mechanics song “In the Living Years” from 1988? It was a hit when I was just leaving my teenage years behind. The lyrics of that…
Transferable skills
By KATHI WEILBACHER Career Specialist As you begin your job search or consider careers you want to pursue, it’s important to know what you are good at and what you…
Find and protect your missing smartphone | Planet Ryan
According to recent statistics from Pew Research Center, more than half of American adults (61 percent) own a smartphone. That’s a staggering number, and one that will surely grow over…
Little celebrations | Mark’s Remarks
Of course, I always write school-related columns this time every year. Being a teacher for almost 25 years, starting school is always monumental time. I always seem to write columns…
Breaking Employment Barriers
By KATHI WEILBACHER Career Specialist Job hunting at any age can be stressful. For those over the age of 50, the experience can be frightening in an uncertain job market.…
Compassion for the bug | Mark’s Remarks
As the school year begins, I find myself spending every waking moment at school. I often go in early in the mornings on weekends or after the kids have gone…
The secret to lower grocery bills | Planet Ryan
Did you know that back in 1913, according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, a loaf of bread would set you back nearly six cents? Or that a gallon…
No boys allowed | Mark’s Remarks
When I first started teaching almost 25 years ago, there were only a few men on the staff. In my own particular grade level, there were no men. When you…