I came across a reminder from Suzie Allison, more commonly known by her Instagram handle as busytoddler, the other day. She wisely said, "Do...
Teacher Appreciation Day is not for another couple of months, but why should we limit appreciating teachers to only one day out of the...
"How do you do it all?" they ask. "All" as in clean little people, feed them the foods they will tolerate, get them ready...
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,...
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...
On behalf of the state of Indiana (of which I actually have no authority,) I’d like to apologize to all public school teachers. Seriously,...
I struggled with the decision of keeping my baby in daycare or seeking out alternative care. First let me say how much I adore...
I often look at the parents of babies and toddlers when I am out and about with a mix of envy and relief. I...
Let me start with a confession: I never thought I’d be the kind of parent who would strategically steer my children toward certain friendships....
As my son completed his kindergarten year, I began to reflect on the school year. Overall, the school experience was positive for our son...
I guess I did not realize it until now, until it was my turn to decide...how much of a hot topic children's education is....
Recently, while scrolling through Facebook, I came across an angry post from a mother in Hamilton County complaining about proposed changes to the dress...
I was a public school teacher for twelve years before I stepped away from the classroom two years ago. So let me begin by...
If you’ve ever parented a reluctant reader, you know the drill. The groans when you hand over a book. The squirming during “just one...

























