Page 48 - South Mississippi Living - April, 2026

THE ISSUE
Welcome to South Mississippi Living’s Kids & Pets special section, which is filled with inspiration, helpful resources,
and plenty of family fun. Inside, you’ll find everything from private school listings and summer activity ideas to family outings and healthcare tips. This year, this section has expanded to include our four-legged family members! Along with kid-focused stories, you’ll find articles on welcoming your family’s first pet, pet-friendly activities, and more.
TABLE of CONTENTS
Full Steam Ahead! TrainTastic................................................. 50
A Summer of STE(A)M..........................52
First Paws, First Promises .......................... 54
Lighting the Way for Young Learners Lighthouse Academy for Dyslexia ...................56
Small Hands, Big Business
L&L Pen Palz..............................................58
Bringing Pets Home
Gulf Coast Community Foundation................60
Cook, Compete, Create
MGCCC ................................................... 62
Fishbowl Lanterns...................................... 64
Paws, Playgrounds & Gulf Coast Days...66
Huntington Helps
Huntington Learning Center .......................... 68
Antibiotics: Wonders Drugs When Necessary Memorial Health System .............................. 70
More Than a Mat
Steel Coast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ...................... 72
Safe Homes, Safe Gardens......................74 Charting a Course for the Future
Wayfinder Initiative .......................................76
The Guardians of Redemption .............. 78
Community Support Matters
Children’s Advocacy Centers ............................80
Private Schools ........................................ 82 Hope Academy .......................................84
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