Preparing for College

Posted on May 14, 2012 in News

Bet you didn’t expect senior year to go by this fast, did you? Now that graduation is upon you, it is time to think about college. Like anything in life, good preparation is key. A successful college transition requires more than just good packing and moving skills. At Thinking Outside the Classroom, we know that the most successful college students are quick to discover the important survival skills needed for college before the first day of classes. There’s no need to wait and find out how your first semester will roll. Our 5 week workshop can help you plan now for your success tomorrow!

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Spring Safety

Posted on May 10, 2012 in Seasonal Safety

With the weather warming up and spring right around the corner, check out the following important posts on a variety of spring safety topics.

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Sunscreen

Posted on May 10, 2012 in Seasonal Safety

What is sunscreen?
Sunscreen filters out the sun’s dangerous UV (ultraviolet) rays. These invisible rays can cause skin cancer. Some skin cancers can cause death if not found and treated early.

Who should wear sunscreen?
People of all skin colors can get skin cancer from the sun’s UV rays. Those who are most likely to get skin cancer from these rays have:

Also, people who spend a lot of time outdoors, either for work or play, are more likely to get skin cancer from UV rays.

Which sunscreen should I use? Use a sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. Sunscreens come in many forms, including ointments, creams, gels, lotions, wax sticks, and sprays. Follow the directions on the package for using a sunscreen product on babies less than 6 months old. All products do not have the same ingredients; if your child’s skin reacts badly to one product, try another one or call a doctor.

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