Ready to have a great school year? We all want our kids to do well in school. We want them to learn, develop confidence, feel safe, and grow into the wonderful people we know they’re capable of becoming. These tips from classroom teachers will help you navigate some common issues so that you and your …
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What To Expect At Your Child’s First ARD/IEP Meeting
It can be overwhelming to walk into your first special education meeting at your child’s school. You may be ushered into a room in which several other people are already seated, which can feel uncomfortable. But please know that you are a welcome – and important – member of the committee charged with planning your …
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Is Returning to College Right For You?
Have you thought about returning to college and wondered if it’s the right choice for you? You may have wondered if the time, money, and energy spent working on a degree will be worth it in the end. While the choice is ultimately a personal one, here are some facts to consider. This post may …
Ditch the Mom Guilt: 11 Ways to Be a “Good Enough” Mother
I think it’s possible that “mom guilt” starts when we’re little girls playing with our baby dolls. Because let’s face it, even from that young age, we are absorbing messages about what it means to be a good mother. Society certainly sets a high standard and most of us have internalized these expectations. And of …
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21 Life Lessons From Star Trek
You might think that fiction is simply a source of entertainment and that its only value is in providing an escape from real life. But you’d be wrong. While television, movies, and books DO provide those things, you might be surprised at the life lessons you can learn in even the most unexpected places. This …
Are You Making These 10 Parenting Mistakes?
Anyone who says parenthood isn’t hard is lying. It’s a demanding job that never ends and we’re usually questioning ourselves and wondering if we’re doing it right. And the answer is usually that we’re doing just fine. But there ARE mistakes that even good parents make without realizing it. Here are some that you can …