West Virginia State University

Gus R. Douglass Land-Grant Institute

August 2009

West Virginia State University family activities at the WV State Fair

Be sure to visit our tent for activities of all ages at the WV State Fair in Lewisburg, from August 14 - 22.  Farm Fresh Fun for everyone!

Friday, August 14

11 am                             Active Lifestyles Activity – Mr. Ahmed Witten

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Relieve Back to School Stress

Relieve back-to-school stress

You may heave a sigh of relief when your kids head back to school, but they may not share your enthusiasm. "Kids can feel a mix of excitement, sadness, happiness and anxiety when it comes to school time," explains Bethany Hart, a mental health counselor in Muncie, Ind., who specializes in child development. Here are her tips for ways that parents can help ease the transition:

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To Fly or Drive? How to Choose

Is it cheaper to fly or drive? Simple math will help you decide.


Say your destination is more than 200 miles away. If you're thinking about driving, you'll probably have to factor in the cost of a hotel stay, meals, parking fees and tolls.

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