As a Black mother raising biracial kids, I am deeply invested in ensuring that my children have a well-rounded educational experience. Now that three of my children are school-aged, I find myself paying extra close attention to their surroundings at school. Is my child the only minority in the classroom? Are there diverse books that reflect their experiences in the classroom or library? Are there other parents in interracial marriages that I can connect with and … [Read more...]
Welcome to Middle School: What They Don’t Tell You at Open House
Do you remember middle school? I do. I wouldn't want to go back, to be honest. Drama, voice changes, switching classes, identity, hormones, awkwardness. It's enough to make the kids cry and give parents the hee bee jeebies. Middle school is a different place than it was in the 90's. (Uh-oh am I showing my age?) Now kids have so many things vying for their attention all while they are trying to excel academically. How can parents combat the awkward years? Check … [Read more...]