Ideas for Calming Spaces at Home this Summer

By Guest Author Nicole Stoner As parents, we’ve all experienced the sudden burst of tears, stomping feet, or the quiet shutdown. Maybe it’s because a game was lost, a favorite toy went missing, or a crayon snapped in half. What may seem small to us can feel overwhelming to a child. In those moments, strong …

Creating Quiet Renewal through Summer Stillness

The raucous sound of waves pounding and tiles breaking and hitting the floor echo through every corner of my little household as we remodel our only full bathroom that (can you believe I’m admitting this?) we haven’t renovated in the twenty years since we’ve lived in our home. I find myself running from library to …

School Volunteering as a High School Parent

Engaging with your “kid”‘s middle or high school may look differently than the elementary school years but it’s still important. Check out what three parents have to say about how they’ve stayed involved. #parentengagement #schoolfamilypartnerships