Education

 Legacy Christian Academy’s campus has always been well known for its technological advancement. From SmartBoards in every classroom to student-issued Chromebooks and more, Legacy has a tradition of investing in technology that best serves the Academy’s mission of preparing today’s children...

College of the Canyons is gearing up to offer its largest ever winter and spring semesters, which will boast more than 310 and 1800 class sections, respectively. “We are very excited to offer our new and returning students the classes they need to reach their educational goals and graduate on...

 Holiday time is a natural time to help your child experience the wonderful feelings of generosity and giving.  Your child’s preschool helps in this regard as well.  Who can describe or forget the bursting pride on your preschooler’s face when presenting the gift made in class wrapped until the...

 The holiday season can be especially hard after the death of a loved one or pet. The changes in tradition, as well as the constant reminders of family and togetherness, can bring up memories of the loss. Remembering and honoring the loved one during the holidays provides opportunities for...

 Five years ago, fifth grader Richard Amey was attending public school in Castaic and was struggling to keep his grades up. “We had been praying for him and battling with him and the teachers, trying to turn things around,” said his father, Tim. “When school ended, we knew we had to make a...

 Young children receive many benefits from happy and positive experiences both at home and while in childcare during this time of rapid development. A caring and well- balanced childcare program can supplement the loving and happy home experiences with a variety of activities to enhance the...

It’s official, coloring and painting is good for you!  Whatever your child’s age, whether it’s shading a picture with colored pencils or “dabbing” in color as an Impressionist’s painter, studies have recently shown this activity stimulates brain areas related to motor skills and creativity in...

 Managing challenges and adapting to change are some of the best tools for life we can teach our children. By successfully managing tough situations early on, our children will be more resilient in the future. Adversity is a natural part of life and can range from mild to severe. As parents we...

 Nineteen classified employees were honored as the employees of the year Wednesday night at the William S. Hart Union High School District’s governing board meeting. The employees, which include custodians and secretaries, health technicians and therapists, represent every school and the...

 The reasons for homeschooling are as diverse as the families who choose this option.  The ultimate goal remains the same – to provide an outstanding education that meets the needs of each individual child. Saugus Union School District shares this goal. Most Santa Clarita residents are likely...

 Headlines like “Class Sizes Continue to Grow Amid Shrinking School Year” have California parents worried - especially in family-centric communities like Santa Clarita. Their concerns are valid. Based on the oft-cited STAR project findings, as well as coordinated studies that confirmed STAR’s...

Preschoolers all want power!  As parents we occasionally struggle with giving our children the appropriate amounts of power.  As a parent of three boys, I understand first hand how children crave to be in charge.  I like to refer to those times as “choose your battles” and trust me I do!...

Once parents have made the decision to send their children to private school, the next question becomes “when should they start?”  After all, private education can be costly, in both time and money. Your children may have to adjust to new, often more difficult curriculum, make new friends and...

College of the Canyons Chancellor Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook has been named as the Pacesetter of the Year for Region 6 by the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR). The Pacesetter of the Year award recognizes a president or CEO at a two-year community or technical college who...

 You love your child and want them to be happy, healthy and successful at whatever they choose to do. Since 1995, thousands of SCV families have felt the same way - and have chosen Legacy Christian Academy as their partner in their child’s current and future states of happiness, fulfillment and...

Congregation Beth Shalom invites the Santa Clarita Valley Jewish community to join us as we welcome the New Year – 5777! The High Holy Days begin this year with the observance of Selichot on September 24 when penitential poems and prayers are offered. Then, a week later, we celebrate the start...

  [bsa_pro_ad_space id=3] ABOUT THE MAGAZINE The Magazine of Santa Clarita has set a high standard for excellence in advertising for over 25 years. A family owned and operated business, The Magazine of Santa Clarita has grown with the Santa Clarita Valley since 1989 and become the...

  [bsa_pro_ad_space id=3] ABOUT THE MAGAZINE The Magazine of Santa Clarita has set a high standard for excellence in advertising for over 25 years. A family owned and operated business, The Magazine of Santa Clarita has grown with the Santa Clarita Valley since 1989 and become the...