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Hometown Cheers

We highlight the Lott family from Berea, who provides us with insight into being a sports family in Northeast Ohio and how they navigate the busy season. ...
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Why You Can’t Stop Checking the Grade Portal (and What to do Instead)

You tell yourself you’ll just take one quick look. Ten minutes later, you’re looking again, and again before dinner. All the while, you’re rehearsing in your mind what you’ll

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The Politics of Middle School Communication: Navigating the Group Chat

The modern middle school playground lives inside message threads, Snapchat, WhatsApp, groups and Discord servers. These spaces are the main stage for early adolescent life, where friendships are made

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Editor’s Note: Cheers for our Kids

Northeast Ohio Parent editor Angela Gartner talks in her note this month about why families, like hers and the one featured on this month’s cover, embrace the sports life. She also highlights what parents should know for the fall season and helpful resources for middle school parents. ...
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Navigating Cold, Flu and RSV Season: How Parents Can Support Their Children’s Health

As cold, flu and RSV season approaches, parents often look for ways to protect their children and keep their families healthy. Supporting a child’s health during this time is

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Middle School Years Checklist: Grade-by-Grade Advice for Families

Middle school is a time of transition for children and their families.

“Middle school is a really tough time, because it is one of the biggest times of development

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Why is it so Hard to Get my Teen Out of Bed?

The alarm rings. You call their name, turn on the light and remind them that school starts soon. Five minutes later, they’re still asleep. Before assuming your tween or teen is being lazy, consider what is happening inside their body. ...
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Independent School Open Houses in Northeast Ohio

Open house events are ideal for parents and students to ask questions, meet faculty and see if a particular school is the right fit. Independent and other schools all across Northeast Ohio offer families many opportunities to visit their campuses. ...
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Why do Kids Rage Quit Video Games?

If you have a kid who plays video games, you’ve probably seen it happen. They lose a round, miss a goal or are told it’s time to turn the game off, and suddenly there’s yelling, crying or a controller being tossed across the room. Why can losing a video game make kids so angry? According to Dr. Jay Berk, Ph.D., a local psychologist who works with children and adolescents, there’s more going on than simply being a sore loser. ...
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Is Your Child a Confident Learner? Here’s How to Help Them Become One

Sponsored Content: Today, preparation looks different. Children need knowledge while also learning to problem solve, adapt to an ever-changing world, and engage meaningfully with their environment. ...
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