Like most of the people I know, I grew up in a household where physical discipline of children was normal, accepted, and expected. I'm not about to dive into how that impacts me today, but I am going to...
Summer is almost here! Most of us are filling our calendars with family vacations and summer camps, but don't forget about VBS! What's VBS you ask? It's Vacation Bible School! VBS is offered at many churches throughout the NOLA...
What Teachers REALLY Want for Teacher Appreciation Week
Aah, Teacher Appreciation Week … the highly anticipated week where we teachers are spoiled with treats, coffee, discounts, and social media recognition. The faculty lounge is always decorated and filled with yummy...
I have noticed something about myself lately that I am not so proud of. I have been guilty of this for years with all of my children. It is something I am determined to change ... I will no...
With the 1st semester of school about 8 weeks in, routines have been established, expectations have been set, grades have been given, and maybe your parent anxiety has kicked in a little (or a lot). It’s time to schedule...
Do I dare say the end of the school year is near?
There are less than three months left in this school year and as a school admin, I know Spring time is everyone's favorite time to plan fun and...
Disclosure: This post was written by Katye Irwin, LPC, LPC-S, NCC and Tricia Newton, LPC, NCC, counselors in Upper and Middle School Divisions, and sponsored by The Academy of the Sacred Heart.
Confidence Coaching Our Daughters
Building Confidence
When we ask a...
The start of high school comes with many firsts. It’s an exciting time for a young teen and lots of fun experiences await them. One of the most anticipated experiences is the Homecoming dance. With Friday Night Lights games...
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Ursuline Academy, New Orleans.
Raising Reggio: Three Ways to Bring the Reggio Emilia Approach to Learning Home
“Each child is unique and the protagonist of his or her own growth. Children desire to acquire knowledge,...
How old were you when you first shaved your legs? Do you remember? I was 12 when my mom finally gave in to this rite of passage, but I also remember very much wanting to have the "privilege" sooner...
Kindergartners Should NOT Have Homework
Every night, my 5-year-old has an hour to two hours worth of homework. Which means that I or my spouse have an hour or two of homework. We have an older child, who occasionally had...
Monday
My Daughter: Mom, can I please have an Instagram account?
Me: No, honey. I’m sorry you can’t.
Tuesday
My Daughter: Mom, Bailey and Hannah have Instagram accounts. Can I have one now?
Me: No, honey. I’m sorry, you can’t.
Wednesday
My Daughter: Mom, the other...
Who Doesn't Love a Good Movie?
There's something so comforting about watching a great movie. Is there anything better than curling up on the couch with popcorn and a blanket and zoning out for 2 hours? It's a chance to...
Like it or not, summer is almost over. Stores around the area started their back to school sales, uniform shops are packed as soon as they open, and parents everywhere are bleary-eyed as they re-introduce structured bedtimes and (my...