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

Sharing Our Gratitude with Teachers

This week is #teacherappreciationweek and with all the busy-ness of the month, don’t miss this chance to thank your child’s teachers! Here are some simple ideas to recognize the tremendous role teachers play in our lives!

The Heart of Homeschooling; Building Essential Life Skills

How can #homeschooling families include the teaching of essential life skills like self awareness, self management, and relationship skills? Check out this post/guide from educational expert and homeschool teacher Pamela McVeagh-Lally.

Friendship Struggles — Our Children’s and Our Own

When our children feel pain or rejection, how can we help them with those friendship struggles? Educator Julie Braumberger offers her tips for supporting friendship skills in children and for herself too! #friendship #growingfriendship

Value-Based Parenting When It Goes Against the Norm

In what ways have you gone against social norms with your parenting? It’s not easy or comfortable but sometimes, it’s required if we are to align with our core values. Check out more from expert Anna-Lisa Mackey!

The Power of Connection: A Parent’s Greatest Protective Tool

By Guest Author Demetra Mylonas, MA Connection to our families is a powerful phenomenon, and yet, this power is often taken for granted for the wonders it provides.  During moments and experiences of connection, like laughing together, holding hands, looking at the miracles in nature, our bodies explode with the release of a plethora of …