“It’s the most wonderful time of the year...” They all went back TO SCHOOL! As the last of the kids in our area began their school year, in every different method, in every different way, we can collectively say,...
My kids have always been close. They are a year and a half apart, and despite being opposites in many ways, they have always loved playing together and shared a special bond. From toddler hugs and giggles to school-aged...
Growing up, I always wanted to be a teacher. I was the little girl who would set up her stuffed animals — or any neighborhood kids who would play along — and teach them in my pretend classroom. Of...
“Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” Emilie Buchwald
On the first day of November, National Family Literacy Day is celebrated across the country, focusing on the importance of getting the whole family involved in reading. This day kicks...
ABCs and 123s, many of us are starting fresh with a new school adventure with at-home, distance, and remote learning. Parents, we got this!
Heather Oulton, a Lead Teacher from The Discovery School, offers a few at-home study tips for...
I dreaded it for years. The hormones. The backtalk. The eye rolls. Uncontrolled emotions. His awkwardness. My awkwardness answering certain "questions." Seven class changes with seven different teachers. The increased workload. Bullies. Fights. Heartbreak. We have only begun the...
First off, if you’re thinking you’ve found the ultimate guide to determining if your child is ready for kindergarten or VPK, think again. My hope in writing this is simply to share the research I’ve done and a little...
It took me two years to not feel anxious when my phone rang during school hours. I had to tell current teachers to please start by saying, "Nothing is wrong," or send me a text first. I didn’t realize...
Math can be frustrating for many children, something my son is experiencing this school year. He's never struggled with math before, but as a 3rd grader, he's more intimidated with the new concepts he's learning. He doesn’t always find the...
We've all been tearing our hair out for the past few months. It's no understatement to say that having distance learning foisted upon us with no warning whatsoever was not easy. Even for those of us who are already...
As we embark on the next chapter of your child’s education, one thought often comes to mind, "My child is so far behind. How will the learning gap close? How will my child get back on track?" I’m here...
Growing up, my mom always packed my lunch — likely because of my food allergies. I always looked forward to what she packed. My favorite was the grilled cheese sandwiches she would wrap in a paper towel and then...