Parents
The Effects of COVID-19 on Young Learners
December 10, 2020 This school year started off with a bit of uncertainty for everyone. Many schools were and still are closed for in-person instruction. In a recent USA Today article, experts agreed that the COVID-19 pandemic means more preschool-aged children will not be ready for kindergarten. Why? Many parents report that their children no…
Read MoreThanksgiving Fun for the Whole Family
November 16, 2020 With many families keeping things small and not gathering with extended family this holiday season, you may be looking for ways to entertain your children while making some fun and unforgettable family memories. We’ve put together some ideas that are sure to keep the whole family entertained: Bake and decorate cookies together.…
Read More7 Reasons to Switch Schools Mid-Year [Changing Schools During COVID]
This school year started off with a bit of uncertainty for everyone. Whether your child is learning at home, in a physical classroom, or through a hybrid model, you, like many parents, are navigating a variety of new challenges. You may even be feeling like your child is falling behind, either academically or socially. Families…
Read MoreSix Questions to Help Strike Up Meaningful Conversation With Your Student After School
“Hey, son! How was your day?” “Good.” “What did you learn?” “Ummm…” If your after-school conversations tend to go this way, you’re not alone. Many parents find it difficult, or even downright frustrating, to connect with their kids after school. But rest assured, their one-word answers do not reflect a desire to keep you in…
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