This is Pre-K?
It seems absolutely absurd that parents would “camp out” in order to secure a volunteer pre-kindergarten spot for their child. But it happens — some feel it is necessary even though it can be downright dangerous. In...
When I was first approached about becoming PTA President at my son’s elementary school, my initial response was, “Heck no!” I didn’t think I was the right person for the position, as there were other PTA board members I felt...
I'm currently organizing things for the kids' first day of school, and although I'm excited to have a little more free time on my days off, I'm sad to see another summer come to an end. I was recently...
I have been equally excited and nervous about my girl’s first day of kindergarten since basically the moment she arrived on scene. Would she be scared? Excited? Some wonderful 5-year-old combination of both? Would I buy her the right...
Whether you are dancing a jig because the kids are heading back to school or a little teary-eyed at the thought of summer coming to end, no one can deny the excitement and nervousness that surrounds the start of...
They are so cute, small and bright. Little sponges starting to make their mark in the educational world. Are you ready?
Ready for Kindergarten? It’s time to start planning for it. I know, it’s hard to swallow and we still...
My family and I began our homeschool journey last year, which is much different than how some may have begun. We didn't do it from day one. In fact, it was a somewhat abrupt life change after I left...
Should you splurge, or will the drugstore brand look just as good?
Often times we feel the need to buy EVERY.SINGLE.THING that's thrown at us when it comes to makeup. I'm guilty of it too, but I'm here to tell...
It’s the most vulnerable place for a lover to be, having children. It’s the equivalent of a planetary love-pole reversal. How else do parents claim they love their children so much, but do the most unloving things?
Watching your children...
It’s those weeks leading up to the first day of school, and you’re anxiously checking to see what teacher your child is going to have for the upcoming year. After all, this person is someone who will play a...
As a mom and a teacher, I am always shocked by how fast the summers fly by. I feel like just as I am starting to settle into a nice, relaxing summertime routine — WHAM! The back-to-school supplies are...
Heading back to school for many students is exciting but can also be nerve-racking. Our son will be heading to the second grade but will not be returning to his old school since we moved to a new place...