A happy, easy baby: that's what our daughter Lauren was from the time she was born. She nursed and napped often and easily and...
Dear Spirit Week,
You Have Taken My Spirit.
As I scrolled through Facebook on the Friday following a hectic week with a spirit week added, I...
Written Arin Rohr Schellenburg and Kristi Howard-Schultz
This summer, my oldest started summer camp. We were excited --swimming every day, no naps, popsicles as...
We all want our children to become well-rounded adults someday – and that starts with a great education. The Orchard School will host their...
From my very first school year as a preschool teacher in 2012, I watched my colleagues enjoy the excitement of their own kids coming...
What do you think about when you think about a good leader? Or a good friend? I'll name a few characteristics that come to...
While parenting styles differ, one thing all parents can agree on is this: we want healthy kids! After more than ten years working with...
Woah, school mornings. I have two elementary-age kids, and school starts at 7:40 am. No one in our house is a fan of the...
Somehow the summer months pass in the blink of an eye and yet drag on for centuries all at once. The same can be...
It's hard to believe, but Valentine's Day is right around the corner. If you're a parent (or teacher), you'll likely add "buy valentines" to...
The return to school during the current health crisis can make families very uncertain and anxious. The Orchard School has put into place plans,...
"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...
When we learned my husband’s job would bring our family of five to Indianapolis, one of the first questions to run through my mind...
I came across a reminder from Suzie Allison, more commonly known by her Instagram handle as busytoddler, the other day. She wisely said, "Do...

























