February 24, 2011
There’s no doubt that volunteering to help others can make you feel good about yourself while making someone else’s life better. Kids who start volunteering at a young age are more likely than others to continue volunteering in the years to come. As parents, you can start this community service...
February 11, 2011
Valentine’s Day is not only about being lovey-dovey with your sweetheart or significant other. It’s also about showing your friends and family how happy you are to have them in your life. Sometimes handmade presents can be even more meaningful and special to give and receive than store-bought gifts. Make...
February 8, 2011
In light of the recent snow storms all over the country, one of our Ask, Listen, Learn team members, Meghan D., wanted to give kids some suggestions of things to do to stay busy. Every time there is a chance of snow kids everywhere get excited about a snow day....
February 7, 2011
Saturday the Ask, Listen, Learn team headed up to Boston, Massachusetts for the New Balance Boston Indoor Grand Prix at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center on the campus of Roxbury Community College. The three-hour long event was comprised of women’s and men’s heats and pole vaulting challenges with competitors from...
February 2, 2011
The Century Council recognizes the important role that parents play in educating young people about making healthy decisions, especially when it involves saying no to underage drinking. We also believe that teachers, coaches and athletic directors serve as mentors and effective role models who reiterate these messages about the benefits of...
February 1, 2011
This weekend, our Ask, Listen, Learn program will be in Boston, MA at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix. We’re going to bring our Ask, Listen, Learn kids fitness games to the event, so that kids there can get a workout too. Our kids fitness games will also teach kids the importance of good...
January 24, 2011
The Century Council has been proud to partner with and sponsor many groups and organizations around the country in our 20 years of existence. We’ve enjoyed partnering with Girl Talk to inspire middle school girls to develop leadership skills, build self esteem and learn the importance of community service. Our financial...
January 18, 2011
Last year we had an essay contest to recruit a captain for the Ask, Listen, Learn team. Today, we’re proud to honor Jessica for winning that contest! Today we held a party honoring Jessica for her success, and presented her with an autographed helmet used during the last ski season by Ask,...
January 10, 2011
We are pleased to announce our newest partnership with the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE), respected leaders in the field of physical education. Our partnership will kick off at the 126th annual convention of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) in San Diego where...
January 4, 2011
Sleep Getting enough sleep can boost your metabolism and immune system and make you more alert and ready to conquer your day. The National Sleep Foundation recommends adults get 7-9 hours of sleep a night. More details on the proven benefits of a good night’s sleep:http://longevity.about.com/od/lifelongenergy/tp/healthy_sleep.htm Hydrate No more soda...
