Posts by Doug Schwartz

August 27, 2021 Teachers and students alike are returning to classrooms this fall after a whirlwind year and a half. Back-to-school preparations are in full swing, and now more than ever, our Columbia Academy teachers are preparing to nurture their community of students, build and cultivate those relationships, and support the social and emotional needs…

July 30, 2021 Anxiety varies widely among young children, and its symptoms can manifest in a variety of ways. Going to school can be worrisome to some children because they are leaving the comfort of their parents, sometimes for the first time. Their emotions may be so big that they have difficulty understanding and articulating…

July 14, 2021 Teaching is an art form that can be both complex and highly rewarding. While students differ in a myriad of ways from their strengths, backgrounds, needs, and interests, when teachers meet them at their skill level, it not only builds confidence but also invigorates teachers. Many teachers “teach to the middle” which…

June 17, 2021 As we close the book on the 2020-21 school year, parents across the country are evaluating their child’s academic performance during the past year before deciding on the best path forward. Is their child flourishing? Are they hitting the appropriate academic milestones? There has been growing concern that this “lost year” of…

June 10, 2021 Columbia Academy is here to help with your family’s child care needs for your school-aged children. We are pleased to offer before and after care for school-age children during the 2021-2022 school year.  Since 1991, Columbia Academy has provided parents with the highest quality child care, providing a safe place for children’s…

June 4, 2021 Children often begin tutoring during the school year when grades are slipping and there is a gap in knowledge. It can be a balancing act for children to acquire new skills and sharpen knowledge of existing concepts and skills while also juggling extracurriculars and other family obligations during the school year. During…

June 1, 2021 Preschool is a big step in a child’s life! Whether they are starting with a half day program or jumping right into a full-day program, here are a few ways you can help your child prepare this summer for the transition to preschool. 1. Visit the School—It is crucial for children to…

May 25, 2021 What is school burnout? Burnout is academic stress that can affect a student’s ability to keep up with their schoolwork. Burnout can occur at any age when students are stressed and feel like they cannot keep up with their schoolwork or studying. With the end of the school year just around the…

April 13, 2021 As a parent, you want to see your child grow academically, emotionally, and physically. But how do you teach kindness? From the moment our babies reach toddlerhood, it’s important to start teaching them to recognize the needs of others and to have empathy. The lessons they learn at that young age set…