Raising Children

Apr. 3, 2024: LD Resource Fair at Noble Academy

Apr. 3, 2024: LD Resource Fair at Noble Academy

LD Resource Fair April 3, 2024, at 6 – 7:30pm Noble Academy – 3310 Horse Pen Creek Road nobleknights.org Noble Academy will host a LD Resource Fair on Wednesday, April 3rd from 6-7:30 pm. Stop by to learn more about the various resources available in the...
What Will You Do When Your Child Wants a Part-Time Job?

What Will You Do When Your Child Wants a Part-Time Job?

By TMoM Team Member Britney Dent  Some studies show that teens who work part-time jobs have lower grades and higher risk for issues like alcohol and drug abuse. Other studies show that early employment leads to higher graduation rates and increased lifetime earnings....
Celebrating Black History Month – Book Recommendations for Kids

Celebrating Black History Month – Book Recommendations for Kids

By Anique Fredrick This post contains affiliate links. You won’t be charge and additional to shop them, but we may get a small commision. Black History Month is a time to honor the achievements, history, and culture of African Americans. One of the best ways to...
A Mom’s Perspective: The Benefits of Seasonal Living

A Mom’s Perspective: The Benefits of Seasonal Living

By Guest Blogger Tracy Huneycutt When my son was little, wintertime posed a challenge of keeping him occupied during stretches of undesirable weather. Often bored at home, we would seek fun and cost-efficient indoor activities. These activities included gymnastic...
Practicing Service Learning to Enrich the Lives of Our Students & the Community

Practicing Service Learning to Enrich the Lives of Our Students & the Community

By Terrial “Terry” L. Aiken, Director of Student Life, and Jessica Beaumont, Art, Gardening, Service Learning We aspire to develop leaders who will leave HPFS and make a positive difference in our community and the world. We practice service and grow...
Building Strong Foundations: Six Tips for Supporting Children’s Mental Health

Building Strong Foundations: Six Tips for Supporting Children’s Mental Health

By Greensboro Day School As caregivers, parents, and educators, we play a crucial role in shaping the emotional well-being of the young minds in our care. Understanding and actively supporting the mental health of young children is not just a responsibility, but a...
5 Ways to Make New Year’s Resolutions as a Family

5 Ways to Make New Year’s Resolutions as a Family

By Guest Blogger Whitney Barnard There are many ways to approach the New Year. For many of us, it means to assess our lives and change something we’re unhappy with. Whether it’s our diet, exercise routine, or our tendency to procrastinate, there’s always room for...
Equipping Children to Avoid Bullying

Equipping Children to Avoid Bullying

By Doug Stark of Gracie Barra Greensboro It is heart breaking to see a child struggling with bullying. The fear, anxiety, low self-esteem – bullying can have big mental, emotional and even developmental impacts. As parents, we can equip our children with confidence...
Simple Guide to Helping Your Teen Set Realistic Goals for the New Year

Simple Guide to Helping Your Teen Set Realistic Goals for the New Year

By TMoM Team Member Britney Dent The New Year is the perfect time to start fresh. If there’s any aspect of life that could be improved, setting some clear and attainable goals can help! Sometimes it’s hard for teens to set goals, especially realistic goals....
Cultivating a Welcoming & Inclusive Community at High Point Friends School

Cultivating a Welcoming & Inclusive Community at High Point Friends School

By Pamela Horn, Assistant Head of School at High Point Friends School High Point Friends School cultivates a community that is welcoming and inclusive of people from all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.  Equality and the belief of “there is that of God in...
If The Very Hungry Caterpillar Hosted a Birthday Party…

If The Very Hungry Caterpillar Hosted a Birthday Party…

By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders  The Very Hungry Caterpillar was always one of my favorite kid’s books and still is to this day. My middle daughter also loves it, and the many spin off books like The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s First Fall. For her first...
Home for the Holidays – A Guide for Peace and Sanity When Your College Kids Come Home

Home for the Holidays – A Guide for Peace and Sanity When Your College Kids Come Home

By Guest Blogger Kristen Daukas Ah, the holidays – a time for joy, laughter, and endless family gatherings. For parents of college students, the holiday season is particularly special because it means that their children will finally be back home. But let’s not...
The Home School Journey I Never Intended to Take…

The Home School Journey I Never Intended to Take…

By Guest Blogger Whitney Preslar Prior to the monumental earthquake that shook our lives almost 4 years ago, if you’d asked me whether I would consider Homeschooling my son, my answer would be similar to 95% of you. Heck to the NO! I loved the moment I lovingly walked...

A Great School to Visit, Bladder Health for Women & Fall Events

By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper In today’s Friday Finds: Wesleyan Christian Academy Fall Preview Day: Nov. 15 Don’t Live with Bladder Leakage. Learn how Botox can Provide Dramatic Results. Last Weekend for 2023 Halloween Events! Win $100 in Market Bucks to...
Turning ‘No’ into ‘Go: Brain-Based Strategies for Overcoming School Work Resistance

Turning ‘No’ into ‘Go: Brain-Based Strategies for Overcoming School Work Resistance

By Guest Blogger Dr. Aleksandra Vujnovic Children often face challenges when their daily routines change, leading to increased uncertainty, anxiety, and physical complaints. It’s important for parents to recognize and address these stressors, using a brain-based...