Recently, a Kentucky teen was sent home for school for a dress code violation. The offense? Her collarbone was showing. Just yesterday, I came...
I went to my first official school meeting this month in preparation for sending our soon-to-be 5-year-old off to Kindergarten in August. The introductory information meeting...
There are so many "I never" moments with me and the public education system. I did not attend a K-12 school growing up. Instead,...
It has been a long week. And it's only Wednesday. But as I'm cleaning up the kitchen and just about ready to head up...
You see all the videos and memes on social media that display PTO groups like high school for adults. There's the potential for cliquey...
The definition of homeschool is “to teach (one's children) at home instead of sending them to school." This is how I’ve always defined homeschooling,...
The Backstory.
Indianapolis Public Schools--it's no secret--has been the center of controversy for some time. Located in the state's capital, it has been the focus...
Congratulations everyone, we made it through our first Covid school year. Go ahead and pat yourselves on the back while holding a really big...
What to pack for school lunch has always been a question that sounds like “what’s for dinner”? The answer is always I do not...
I often look at the parents of babies and toddlers when I am out and about with a mix of envy and relief. I...
From someone who grew up trying to be in every club, sports team, and extracurricular activity I could possibly get involved with as a...
"How was your day?"
Most of the time, I ask out of sincerity. Sometimes, it's a matter of routine. Regardless of the circumstance, I genuinely...
In the days leading up to the first day of kindergarten, I agonized over everything. “Will she get motion sick on the bus?” “Will...
With the exception of three years, all my K-12 education was in West Virginia. Yes, West Virginia, not western Virginia. I cannot tell you...
In + Around Indy
Indianapolis Moms Guide to August Family Events
August is always a busy time for families in Indianapolis. Back to school and back to reality. But just because we are back to...
