Pivoting from classroom learning to e-learning during a pandemic added another layer of stress for educators. Teachers are among the heroes leading us through these challenging times. These heroes elevate us mentally and emotionally, but they, too, need encouragement and support. In honor of teacher appreciation week, here are eight ways your family can encourage, support and make teachers smile — including some hands-on fun that kids can even do themselves. ...
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On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner speaks with Sara Fridline, director of college placement at Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy, who shares her years of expertise and discusses topics that apply to all students, regardless of where they attend high school. ...
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Governor Mike DeWine announced today that K-12 schools in Ohio will remain closed for the rest of the 2019-2020 academic year.
Hey parents, when was the last time you rode a horse, challenged yourself on a high ropes course or took a canoe out on a lake? Whether your answer is “Never!” or “Way back when I went to camp as a kid,” family camp may be the opportunity you’re looking for to try something new and reconnect with your spouse and children. Many summer camps in and around Northeast Ohio cater to families several times a year by offering family camps. ...
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While many youth-serving organizations cannot engage their members without an in-person experience, Girl Scouts can. Its program resources are available online, its troops are meeting at a distance, and its Girl Scout families and volunteers are connecting with each other using virtual conferencing platforms and social media. ...
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Schools are closed as part of Gov. DeWine’s stay-at-home order, resulting in many parents having to oversee their children's school lessons at home — or searching for resources to supplement their education. From local schools and attractions to national companies and nonprofits, there are many sources of supplemental lessons and programming for kids of all ages. Keep your kids learning while at home with these resources. ...
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