Tag: school
Alternative Education: The Choice Is Yours
Today is exactly the kind of day that reminds me why our family has periodically sought alternatives to public education. It’s a spring Tuesday,...
Why Are We Banning Books?
Banning and challenging books isn't new and, unfortunately, happens frequently across the country. Books are being challenged and sometimes removed from shelves in schools...
The State Of Education Right Now
Ladies and gentlemen of the United States, our education system is failing our children. It is broken with no real repair in sight. Everyone...
Start Your Journey with Pre-K at The Oaks Academy
As a parent or caregiver to young children, you may be struggling with the decision to send your child to Pre-Kindergarten or not. Robin...
The Morning Rat Race of a Working Mama
It's 5:15 am, and my dreaded alarm starts to go off. Most days, I hit the snooze button once or twice before dragging myself...
Best TV Shows to Improve a Child’s Academics
Even as an adult, after a long day of work or managing the household, falling into the couch with a binge-worthy TV show is...
A Mom’s Guide to Understanding School Board Races
Election season is upon us, and School Board Elections are coming up in just a few short weeks. As November 8th draws closer, the...
Five Alternatives to “How Was Your Day?”
"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...
I Never Rode the Bus: Why My Toddler Does
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,...
Discover Personalized, Online Private Schools with Stride K12
Indianapolis Moms is excited to partner with Stride K12! Stride K12 wants you to know you can still enroll your child for this school...
I Wonder What Would Happen
I wonder what would happen if every citizen had to participate in active shooter training at my school each year.
Suppose they had to listen...
The Anxiety of Back To School
It is official. I have a kindergartner and a first grader, which is really exciting. Summer is finally over and we can get back...
Back to School Children’s Book Recommendations
Like it or not, summer is quickly slipping away from us and it’s time to start thinking about the upcoming school year ahead. Reading...
How was School Today?
It's almost back to school time! Time to pack lunches, check bookbags, and get back into the school routine. It's also time for the...