February 2026 Issue
The Biggest Challenge Parents Will Face Isn’t Screen Time… It’s Influence
For years, many professionals have been telling parents that screen time is the problem. How many hours? What apps? Which games? What age is too young? While those questions matter, […]
Mom to Mom with Abby Ireland
RRP: Working at Pike Road Group Fitness and with Plexus, how has your professional background shaped the way you approach exercise and wellness as a mom? Abby: I’ve been in […]
Grands are the Greatest: Meet Holly Moore
What does a typical day look like as a full-time grandmother to Sarah (17 months old ) and Luke (five months old)? My days revolve around the kids. We keep […]
Teacher of the Month: Kelly O’Donnell, Montgomery Catholic’s Holy Spirit Campus
For this fourth-grade teacher, Kelly O’Donnell, at Montgomery Catholic’s Holy Spirit Campus, teaching is more than a profession—it’s a calling rooted in faith, joy, and a deep love for students. […]
The Big 3 for Healthy Kids: Nutrition, Movement and Rest
There is a lot of information out there about kids’ health. Instead of looking for the latest fad when it comes to health, it’s important to keep things simple. Focusing […]
Short on Sleep: The Silent Sleep Crisis Affecting Kids
It’s every parent’s dream – a kid who falls asleep like clockwork. Provide a bath, a story, and a kiss goodnight, and the house reliably quiets. Unfortunately, this is an […]
Kids Don’t Need Perfection, They Just Need You
For those of you who feel like you are failing as a parent, hear this: the very fact that you worry about doing it well shows that your heart is […]
Healthy, Happy and Engaged: The Benefits of Arts and Sports Activities
The way kids spend their extracurricular time is more important than ever. Involving kids in the arts and sports offers a much-needed release, social connection, and critical developmental tools. Read […]
Commision for Kids?
I’m trying to wrap my head around your commission method of giving money to kids. We have an 11-year-old and a 16-year-old. Should they have individual lists of tasks, or […]
From the Editor – February 2026
February always feels like a good time to hit pause and check in on how we’re really doing as families. The new year has started, schedules are back in full […]
Prattville, Autauga, & Elmore County Student Spotlights – February 2026
Every month we compile a list of students doing great things across the River Region. We have so many talented students in our area. River Region Parents joins with their [...]
Pike Road Student Spotlights – February 2026
Every month we compile a list of students doing great things across the River Region. We have so many talented students in our area. River Region Parents joins with their [...]
Montgomery Student Spotlights – February 2026
Every month we compile a list of students and schools doing great things across our community. We have so many talented students in our area. River Region Parents joins with [...]
Education Matters: Elmore County School (February 2026)
Elmore County’s mission is straightforward: to highlight the exceptional students, teachers, administrators, and staff who make Elmore County an outstanding place to learn and grow. We’re excited to announce the […]
Education Matters – Autauga County School (February 2026)
The start of a new year fills us with excitement for the possibilities ahead. Many of us set resolutions with the best intentions, and the same can be true in […]
Education Matters: Pike Road (February 2026)
Another month is here, placing us squarely in the middle of winter. This time of year, especially February, can feel long for students, teachers, and families alike. It is the […]
Education Matters: Montgomery County School – February 2026
When I stepped into the role of Superintendent of Montgomery Public Schools last year, I did not simply accept a position. I accepted an assignment. Like the first day of […]
