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Tips for Middle Schoolers on Preparing to Apply to College
As the axiom goes: it's never too early to start developing a college plan. Your middle schooler has big dreams, and making them a reality will require hard work, diligence, and strategic planning. Why wait to begin walking the path to success? There are plenty of things you and your middle schooler can do right now to give them a leg up on their journey towards a college education. Explore ...
The Importance Of The Right Peer Group In Your Child’s School Environment
Research has clearly shown that peer groups have a great influence on one's outlook and success in life. As an adult, we are taught to network and surround ourselves with people who encourage us to put our best foot forward and help us succeed. But did you know that this social phenomenon is even more pronounced among elementary school children? A multitude of studies have found that a child's peer ...
Growing Imagination: How To Build Your Own Fairy Door
Like many children, I loved fairies when I was little. I spent wonderful hours imagining these tiny, delicate, winged creatures with magical powers getting entangled into all sorts of exciting adventures. Even as an adult, fairies hold a fascination for me. As parents, we made a promise to not lie to our children — even about the Tooth Fairy! So, when my first child lost her first tooth and expressed ...
The New Jersey Working Parents’ Must-Have List For Summer Camps
For some, summer break means vacation, fun, and relaxing while there is no school. But for working parents, especially for a two-income household where there is no parent at home during the day, the thought of childcare during the summer can be sweat-inducing. Working parents have five non-negotiable summer camp requirements in order to make their summer as enjoyable and frictionless as possible: convenient location with reliable and safe transportation, ...
The Real Cost Of Summer Camp
With summer right around the corner, your child is probably starting to get excited about all of the possibilities that the seemingly endless two school-free months can lead to. You, on the other hand, might have already begun to stress about how to care for your child during the summer. With the cost of childcare spiking, it can be very difficult to find a way to keep the kids entertained ...
