As you prepare for all of the gifts, parties and dinners headed your way this season, here are some ideas for how to decrease stress during the holidays.

For those of us who are able to give more, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved in the community and help spread the holiday cheer this season.

The School District 145 Foundation for Education welcomes Jennifer Shakespeare as Viking Discovery Program Director. Jennifer brings 8 years of management and student experience to this position. Mrs. Shakespeare will be responsible for cultivating excellent relationships within School District 145 communities, ensuring license compliance, developing enrichment programs and promoting the goodwill of the Foundation.

If you want to join in and celebrate National Write a Friend Month during this wonderful winter season, here are a couple writing ideas to get you started.

If you want to live a more altruistic lifestyle, help give back in the upcoming season by checking out these volunteering ideas for cold weather months.