Having been a classroom teacher, school administrator, and mother to a child with an IEP (Individualized Education Plan), I know what a child’s rights are when it comes to their education. I know what all of those acronyms are (FERPA,...
For many Asian American parents in the San Francisco Bay Area, the dream of sending their children to a top University of California (UC) school feels more uncertain than ever.
Parents in cities like Palo Alto, Cupertino, Fremont, and San...
There are various ways for children to enjoy a sport, whether in school or a club program. It might feel like keeping them in a bubble is safest, but letting them explore their athleticism is beneficial for both parents...
As the new school year looms on the horizon, many children experience a mix of excitement and anxiety. Returning to school can be daunting, filled with new routines, environments, and social dynamics. One effective way to help children manage...
Editor's Note: Erena Shimoda, our guest contributor for today, specializes in underwater photography and takes her services to a whole new level, working with clients who are cancer survivors and have overcome other significant obstacles in their lives. Her...
We recently spent a long weekend with my in-laws, who are the best storytellers I have ever met. They provide exquisite detail and plot twists that make even a trip to the grocery store sound enthralling. We pass many...
Last weekend, I was a terrible parent. I had to actively suppress my frustration with my kids almost all day, both days. I didn’t enjoy spending time with them as they whined about everything, asked me the same questions over and...
We've been building a kindness chain at home for the past two years. It started as a way to create awareness for my preschoolers, in all their ego-centric glory, of the many chances they have to do kind acts...
Last night, while having cocktails with a coworker, we talked about the trend of destination birthdays as the new way to celebrate turning 40-years-old. It’s an attractive idea, especially since turning 40 is on the horizon for me. However,...
It’s an understatement to say the past four months have been tumultuous as COVID-19, Shelter-in-Place, racial injustice, and school closures have wreaked havoc on our daily lives. While adults cope with this in certain ways (wine, chocolate, and crying...
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5 Top Tips for Skiing Safely This Winter
You’ve been dreaming of this day throughout the scorching summer months – it’s time to strap on your skis, flip down your visor, and...
