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September 2024

School Year & Illness: Balancing Education with Medical Challenges

For many families, the beginning of the school year is a time of excitement and structure, with daily routines becoming familiar again. However, for families of children battling life-threatening illnesses, this adjustment period can feel especially overwhelming. School is more than just a place of learning—it offers a sense of normalcy that can be vital for children facing the ups and downs of treatment. Managing this balance of education and illness is no small feat, but some strategies can help families navigate the new school year more smoothly.

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The story behind A Week Away

Caleb Walker

December 8th, 1990 — December 3rd, 2014

A Week Away was an idea that originated from a weekend trip to Ocean City, New Jersey. My best friend and I were gifted this opportunity by someone who felt I could use some time away. It had been almost four years since doctors had diagnosed me with Stage III Anaplastic Ependymoma, a rare and aggressive form of Cancer that attacks the brain and spine.

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