Big Kid
A Handy Fundraising FAQ, From A Band Parent
You may dread the appearance of a kid with a glossy brochure of wares on your doorstep, but school/activity fundraising is here to stay. Here’s why it matters.
Big Kid
Why I Volunteer Even More At The High School
At a time when many parents are backing off, we’re stepping up; volunteering at the high school level doesn’t make you a helicopter parent!
Big Kid
Your Child Says Their Teacher Is Mean, What Do You Do?
It is the time of year when you begin to hear complaints from the kids about their teachers. “My teacher hates me!” Do you step in or let them work it out?
Your Life
Thinking About Hurricane Season and Rebuilding Together
The beginning of September always brings with it a flood of memories and anxieties, frankly. It’s Hurricane Season again.
Education
Girls on Their Way to Changing the World
Meet Daniella Benitez, 13, and Naomi Wadler, 11, who are making a difference in their communities with their hands and voices.
Activities
Watermelon Stand to Raise Money for Causes that Matter to Your Kids
Kids love setting up their own lemonade (or a watermelon in this case) stands during the summer. Here we discuss how our young active citizens donated their proceeds to a cause that’s been on their (and the nation’s) minds.
Big Kid
How To Start A Parents’ Group At Your Child’s School
Justice Fergie shares her wisdom on you how you can take the lead in starting a parents’ group at your child’s school with these 5 simple steps.
Your Life
Rebuilding after Hurricane Sandy is NYC’s Real Marathon This Year
I am lending a hand to help to restore some homes in Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn which was hit hard by Hurricane Sandy.
Education
Quiz: What Type of School Parent Volunteer Are You?
Let’s talking about parent volunteering. What type of volunteer are you? Take our completely non-scientific, (kind of) ridiculous, and fun quiz to find out.