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Centering the Child & Childhood: Belonging in Park’s Upper Division
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Centering the Child & Childhood: Belonging in Park’s Upper Division
At Park, we intentionally call Grades 5 through 8 the “Upper Division.” Unlike at schools where the spotlight shines mainly on the efforts of high school students, students in Park’s Grades 5-8 are the leaders of the school – growing in confidence and accomplishment, finding joy in challenge.
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Bridging the Gap: The Importance of Mental Health Care
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Bridging the Gap: The Importance of Mental Health Care
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High Blood Pressure: An important health issue in the Black community
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High Blood Pressure: An important health issue in the Black community
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Your Maternal Health
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Ensuring a safe, positive birthing experience for black women: Health information brought to you by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
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Building a more inclusive economy: Q&A with JPMorgan Chase’s Thelma Ferguson
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Building a more inclusive economy: Q&A with JPMorgan Chase’s Thelma Ferguson
All communities should have the resources they need to strengthen their economic futures. This Black History Month, JPMorgan Chase is affirming their commitment to breaking down barriers — including the racial wealth gap — and promoting opportunity for all.
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Money Matters: Five Tips to Help Improve your Credit Score in 2024
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Money Matters: Five Tips to Help Improve your Credit Score in 2024
Establishing credit is one of the most important keys to achieving financial health and creating generational wealth. 
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From Boston to Barbados: How one man from Hyde Park is using his car to fund his dreams
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From Boston to Barbados: How one man from Hyde Park is using his car to fund his dreams
Alvin, juggling a full-time job, was on a mission to find ways to make some side money and chase his dreams.
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Chase Community Manager shares five key financial literacy tips
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Chase Community Manager shares five key financial literacy tips
Financial health is an important foundation that helps build strong and resilient households, communities and economies. Being financially healthy better prepares you for life’s unexpected expenses.
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Tips to help turn your hobby into a profitable business
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Tips to help turn your hobby into a profitable business
What if you could transform your hobby into a thriving business venture? With careful planning, dedication, and the right approach, it’s entirely possible to turn your beloved hobby into a successful and profitable business.
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Money Matters: 5 Tips to Get Ahead of Holiday Debt
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Money Matters: 5 Tips to Get Ahead of Holiday Debt
Americans spend more than $1,450 each year on holiday-related purchases — from gifts and travel to decorations and entertainment. These costs layered into your monthly expenses can significantly strain your budget.
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Leading for Values at The Park School
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Leading for Values at The Park School
The leaders of the two boards that guide The Park School, the Board of Trustees and the Parents’ Association (PA) Executive Board, have a lot in common: they are both Dorchester residents who love their community, Black mothers who want the best for their children, and great believers in what The Park School experience means to their family. 
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