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Art teacher celebrates Black History Month with stunning portraits of Black role models

“Black history is American history, and we should celebrate the accomplishments of Black people year-round—February should be the icing on the cake.”

Mom says no to school requests this holidays

This mom says she’s refusing to volunteer at school this holiday season because her mental health comes first

Protecting your capacity isn’t selfish. It’s sustainable. It’s wise. It models boundaries. And it honors the reality that none of us—parents or teachers—can carry the mental load of the holiday season alone.

Parenting tips: Side-by-side images of a mother holding her daughter's hand

How I navigated school challenges without letting mama bear instinct take over

I never realized how complex it would be, especially because it was/is still hard to send them off each day. 😔

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Should homework be banned? What experts and moms say 

Learning should be a lifelong journey of following your curiosity, not a punitive daily punishment.

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Struggling with school drop-offs? This mom’s viral hack might help

Raise your hand if you’ve ever had a tough school drop-off with…

Helping my young teen cope with middle school

The world is not a safe place for an adolescent girl, and she needs me to be her soft landing and her lifeline.

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I refuse to do my kids’ homework

There is a way to support our children, without taking over.

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My child’s disabilities made her first day of school anything but typical

No other parent in JJ’s grade would be checking anything like this off their list.

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10 reasons why back-to-school season is the real ‘new year’

Back-to-school season is a fresh start for kids and parents. But it is also a stark reminder that our kids are growing up too fast.

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Parents say back-to-school costs are way too high this year

70% of parents believe schools ask them to buy too much for the back-to-school season

Three screenshots of educator singing viral kindergarten song

Teacher goes viral with ‘Welcome to Kindergarten’ song—watch the video here

Whether you have a child starting kindergarten or not, you're gonna want to watch Dwayne Reed's video.

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How to create a memorable first day of homeschool

One thing I’ve learned is that the first day of homeschool should feel like an adventure—it’s a chance to redefine how we learn and bond as a family.

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How to encourage your kid to practice their instrument, according to music education experts

The struggle is real. But should your kid change instruments or quit music altogether? Here’s how to tell.

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Dad explains why perfect attendance awards shouldn’t exist in viral TikTok

"How are we rewarding students for something that's beyond their control?"

High school cheerleader told to 'cover up' while wearing uniform

High school cheerleader told to ‘cover up’ while wearing her uniform at school

Of course school officials told her it was because she was 'distracting' to boys

School walkout over gun violence, Chicago 2023

Study shows ‘Say Something’ tip line can prevent school shootings and other acts of violence

Experts agree that a confidential line can help students communicate concerns without worry.

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