May 2025 Issue
Kids and Sleepovers: Why They are Different These Days Because of Technology and Why You May Want to Wait
As a child of the 80s, I remember the days when my brother and I were not allowed to attend sleepovers at friends’ houses. At the time, we didn’t understand […]
Teacher of the Month: Kimberly Carpenter, Prattville Intermediate School
As part of a military family, Mrs. Carpenter moved to Prattville from North Carolina, where she taught 6th-grade math. She loved teaching that grade level and subject area, so when […]
Grands Are the Greatest: Meet Patricia McCurdy
Patricia, how has having two granddaughters (four and two years old) and raising your niece (seven) fulfilled your life? Patricia: Having them in our lives has brought us so much […]
Mom to Mom with Irisha Thomas
How did you and your husband choose the unique names for your children, Ocean and Breeze? Irisha: We came up with my son’s name, Ocean, on our honeymoon, stand-ing on […]
May 2025 Student Spotlights – Prattville, Autauga & Elmore County
Every month we compile a list of students doing great things across our community. We have so many talented students in our area. River Region Parents joins with their families [...]
May 2025 Student Spotlights – Montgomery
Every month we compile a list of students doing great things across our community. We have so many talented students in our area. River Region Parents joins with their families [...]
May 2025 Student Spotlights – Pike Road
Every month we compile a list of students doing great things across our community. We have so many talented students in our area. River Region Parents joins with their families [...]
How Motherhood Made Me Appreciate My Mom
When I look back at each important moment in my life: the day I learned to drive, my graduation, my wedding, and the birth of my first child, she is […]
15 Essential Items Missing From Their College Packing List
When my daughter went to college, we used every spare inch of the space in our SUV to carry her stuff. It seemed like she packed her whole wardrobe, enough […]
Money – Saving Apps For Your Summer Vacation
Traveling in the summer can be very expensive, especially if you have a large family. Thankfully, there are many apps that can save you tons of money, whether you’re planning […]
Should I Buy My Soon-To-Be Ex-Wife a New Car?
My wife and I are going through a divorce, and she just had our first child. Under the circumstances, I feel it’s my responsibility to take care of her for […]
From the Editor – May 2025
May is known for beautiful weather, longer days, blooming flow-ers, celebrating mothers, and the conclusion of another school year. For some parents, it means attending their child’s high school graduation […]
Do You Have An Anxious Child?
When children tend to ask repetitive “What If?” questions, they may run a little anxious. Anxiety is the brain’s way of thinking through what could go wrong in a situation, […]
Education Matters: Montgomery County School – May 2025
As we wrap up another school year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks to each of you for your unwavering partnership and support. This year […]
Education Matters – Autauga County School (May 2025)
As we approach the end of another school year, I want to take a moment to reflect, celebrate, and express my deepest gratitude to each of you. This year has […]
Education Matters: Pike Road School (May 2025)
It’s hard to believe we are approaching the end of another school year. It doesn’t seem long ago that kindergartners were anticipating their very first day of school and seniors […]
Education Matters: Elmore County School (May 2025)
Each year, April is set aside as a military child appreciation month, officially known as the Month of the Military Child. While military members serve around the world, we often […]
