When my daughter started middle school, I began creating an emergency kit as part of her back-to-school prep. I wanted her to feel her best throughout the day as she entered a new chapter in life, and feeling prepared...
PTA, PTO, PTSA, no matter what your school calls it, chances are if you have kids, you've been asked to join. It's no secret that I'm an advocate of getting involved in your child's education. Well, today I'm here...
Seasonal store shelves full of inflatable pools and sunscreen have been swapped for colorful backpacks and binders, which can only mean one thing: It's officially the start of back-to-school season on the First Coast. And for the first time...
My children will be entering the 2nd and 4th grades, and we are sending them back to our neighborhood public school. My husband and I have been discussing this decision for months, and it was not something we came...
While many parents have made the decision to homeschool for the first time, this territory is far from new to us. If I’ve learned anything, it’s that creating a mind-nurturing environment is key and leads to a growth-mindset which...
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It’s overwhelming how many choices there are when deciding how to educate your child. Public schools, private schools, online, homeschool… lots of great options, but which is the best for your child?
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This homeschooling mom’s worst fears:
That the kids will squish the strange bug terrorizing the family instead of catching it for an impromptu entomology lesson.
That PE {a morning swim in the neighborhood pool} will derail our whole day because we...
The ads are everywhere. Sales here and there and deals upon deals to choose from. Whether you love it or hate it, school is (almost) back in session, and it's time to check items off that long supply list....
I do most of my work on a computer, iPhone, or tablet. In fact, I am typing the draft of this blog post on my iPhone. I understand how it can seem as if handwriting is an antiquated notion,...
I hear it all the time from parents. It’s the bane of their existence. The daily chore that looms over them day in and day out. Packing school lunches.
We are a couple of weeks back at school and already...
I am going to assume you've already made the decision that homeschooling, alternative schooling, charter schools, online schools, magnet schools or your zoned school are education choices that aren't the best fit for your family or your child. You have...
Hopefully, the holiday break allowed us all to catch a moment or two of relaxation and peace.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who works with gifted, creative, and high-performing kids, I enjoyed listening to the rejuvenating stories of many...