Summer is here but the break from school looks different for many families this year. The majority of states still have some sort of COVID-related social distancing regulations in place, which means the usual summer […]
For the past several months, the COVID-19 pandemic has been affecting our lives in unprecedented ways. As schools across the country transitioned to virtual learning environments this year, both students and teachers had to develop […]
As racial justice and racial equality issues take the forefront of our national dialogue, it should be no surprise when students begin asking questions about race. Whether they glimpsed something on the news or heard […]
As families prepare for summer break, they are gearing up for an abundance of free time and the lack of the structured activities school provides. Summer break can be an enjoyable, connecting experience for families […]
Summer break is fast approaching and for many teachers, parents and students, it cannot arrive quickly enough. School closures and long-distance learning as a result of COVID-19 have put an additional strain on families and […]
Keeping a “diary” is an uncommon practice for many youth because of the prevalence of social media and online platforms for communication. But studies have shown many physical and psychological benefits of regular, expressive […]
The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting school closures across the country have resulted in millions of parents essentially homeschooling their children. In addition to managing their own careers and responsibilities, parents are now having to set […]
Many educators have found themselves leading online classes and teaching virtually as a result of COVID-19, social distancing, and school closures. WIth the increase of virtual interactions and screen time, the concept of “Zoom fatigue” […]
You’ve been there many times. It’s a school morning and the kids don’t want to get out of bed. Breakfast is rushed and running late. There’s a lost backpack, a lost homework assignment, a lost […]
Summer break is fast approaching and for many teachers, parents and students, it cannot arrive quickly enough. School closures and long-distance learning as a result of COVID-19 have put an additional strain on families and […]
