extracurricular activities

Families & Community

Michigan theater company gives kids with disabilities a chance to shine on stage

April Van Buren

Did you ever dream of seeing your name on a Broadway marquee as a kid?If so, you probably have some fond memories of memorizing lines and making costumes…
Education

In youth sports, low-income kids are often left out of the game

Paulette Parker

Participating in school sports is a great way for children to stay healthy. But the benefits go far beyond that. Kids who participate in sports have…
Families & Community

Many kids fall through the cracks when it comes to extracurricular activities

This morning in the Detroit Free Press, I read a story about Misty Copeland.She's the African-American ballerina who overcame adversity and made history…