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Today is International Safe Sport Day. As kids prepare to go back to school, here are some tools parents can use to ensu...
08/08/2026

Today is International Safe Sport Day. As kids prepare to go back to school, here are some tools parents can use to ensure kids are prepared for any safety concerns in school sport environments.

Did you know Aug. 8 is International Safe Sport Day? Here are some tools and tips parents can use as kids prepare for school sports again.

A first-day-of-school photo creates a moment in time that you and your child will look back on for years to come.
08/07/2026

A first-day-of-school photo creates a moment in time that you and your child will look back on for years to come.

The PTA isn’t the only way you can get involved in your child’s school system. PTOs (parent-teacher organizations) are g...
08/06/2026

The PTA isn’t the only way you can get involved in your child’s school system. PTOs (parent-teacher organizations) are gaining popularity.

While PTA is the most widely known acronym for parent-teacher groups in schools, it might be surprising to find out that they aren’t the only ones. The National Parent Teacher Association was established over a hundred years ago, providing support for school PTAs such as resources for fundraising ...

🎒Going back to school isn't just about being mentally prepared - your child should be healthy and have their required va...
08/05/2026

🎒Going back to school isn't just about being mentally prepared - your child should be healthy and have their required vaccinations.

Going back to school isn't just about being mentally prepared - your child should be healthy and have their required vaccinations.

Matt Bruneel discusses juggling the responsibilities of being a parent and a teacher, and how he spends his time when sc...
08/04/2026

Matt Bruneel discusses juggling the responsibilities of being a parent and a teacher, and how he spends his time when school’s out for the summer.

Rockville dad Matt Bruneel has been a teacher with Montgomery County Public Schools since 2008, with the majority of that time spent at Walt Whitman High School in Bethesda, Maryland. Married for 15 years, Bruneel and his wife, Leshia, share two daughters, Eleanor (9.5) and Genevieve (6). Leshia Bru...

Preparing for school can be daunting for kids and parents alike, but there are ways to make the transition back to schoo...
08/04/2026

Preparing for school can be daunting for kids and parents alike, but there are ways to make the transition back to school less stressful.

While it’s not yet time to trade summer pool days and popsicles for pencils and planners, the first day of school is around the corner. Back-to-school preparations — which set the tone for a successful year ahead — are about more than new shoes and checking off supply lists. “It’s about ro...

The way that you, as a parent, talk about your own body can have a profound effect on how your children view themselves.
08/04/2026

The way that you, as a parent, talk about your own body can have a profound effect on how your children view themselves.

How do we talk about our bodies in front of kids? And what if we’re not always happy with the way we look? Annie Morries, a clinical mental health counselor at sport and clinical psychology practice BrykMinds, serving Annapolis, Baltimore, Bethesda, Potomac, Rockville and others, breaks down how t...

Parents often hear the word inclusion when looking for schools for their neurodivergent learner, but what does it mean i...
08/04/2026

Parents often hear the word inclusion when looking for schools for their neurodivergent learner, but what does it mean in practice? Are schools doing enough? Local parents share their experiences in Montgomery County private schools, and we look at what makes a good school for students who need specialized education.

You’ve been accepted! What does inclusion and acceptance mean for neurodiverse students — and how can they find it in Montgomery County private schools? You researched the school, asked the questions, went through the application process, and the good news arrives: “Your child has been accepte...

Don't have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in the DMV, including a mermaid part...
08/03/2026

Don't have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in the DMV, including a mermaid party and a craft festival!

Don’t have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in the DMV, including a mermaid party and a craft festival! 2026 Community Food & Craft Festival Aug. 7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Alexandria, VA This festival at John Carlyle Square is a full day of fun, with vendors selli...

Fall sports tryouts are right around the corner. Here are some ways parents can be involved in their child's preparation...
08/01/2026

Fall sports tryouts are right around the corner. Here are some ways parents can be involved in their child's preparation, plus some tips from a Maryland trainer.

Schools typically host tryouts for their sports teams in August, so now is a great time for your young athlete to prepare if they haven’t been practicing already. The leadup to school sports tryouts can be a stressful time for parents and children alike — kids may doubt their skills or worry abo...

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