School Years

When I was a child, going back to school was fun. But now I'm an adult, and a mom of two school-aged children, and I finally get what back to school means for parents. As a kid I got new...

I’m going to start right off and admit that I’m still a newbie, but so far, the PTA is INTENSE. I joined the PTA before I even had a kid enrolled in the public school system because I wanted to...

The summer of 2022 is coming to a close and it's time to get back to routine. For my family, it was a true time of transition with some summer fun activities in between. We started with an adult...

We are proud to bring you the Best Homeschool Guide for OC Moms. Whether you have been homeschooling for years or are just starting your homeschool journey you’ll love this comprehensive list of resources for families who choose to educate...

Finding the right preschool is often a big milestone in parenting. We all ask for good recommendations, visit potential schools, and research til our fingers metaphorically bleed. Speaking as a mama who has sent 3 kids off to different...

We all worry during the early back-to-school weeks. Is my child going to be ok? Are they going to have a good teacher? Are they going to make friends? Will they learn enough, or will they even be able...

It's the first day of school and while you may have checked every box on the school supply list are you, first-time school mom, ready for school? From drop-off etiquette to knowing whether or not to order hot lunch -...

Going Green. What does “going green” really mean? To some, it is a trend that sounds good. To others it is a lifestyle that sounds amazing in theory, but not hardly convenient enough to practice regularly. And to an...

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, I wanted to share a story that my mother-in-law, a retired elementary school teacher, recently told me. A little backstory first: in addition to being a loving wife, mother, and nana, she is also...

I went to school in London and loved it - no, it wasn't an exciting exchange student situation, it's where I grew up and spent the first 27 years of my life. I loved everything about school – the...

So, school has been back in session for several weeks now and those of you with school-aged children are probably welcoming the stability and structure in your schedule. However, with the new set of demands that a new teacher,...