Parenting

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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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. ...

Checking once a week because your child’s teacher recommends it is just staying informed. It’s not the checking itself, it’s the frequency, the why behind it, and what it’s doing to your mental health. If you’re struggling to control your ability to check, here are some questions to ask before you do it again.  ...

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 and social power is traded. Understanding them is no longer just about tracking screen time because it is now a necessary step in protecting our children’s emotional well-being. ...

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. ...

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 built upon foundational, daily healthy habits. ...

Middle school is a time of transition for children and their families. This can look differently depending on what middle school grade the children are in. Here is a grade-by-grade breakdown of what parents need to know to navigate these middle school years.  ...

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. ...