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Students with Disabilities and Professional Dancers Will Share the Stage During “Superheroes” in New Jersey
This May, students from the A. Harry Moore School will dance with professional Nai-Ni Chen company dancers in “Superheroes,” a performance inspired by the kids themselves. Nai-Ni has pioneered an innovative program for students with disabilities–each project created for the kids is progressively more challenging, which encourages students to explore their unique abilities and improve social, cognitive, and physical abilities through music and dance. Adaptive physical education teacher Lori Berig says the results of the programming have “shattered every benchmark we could set for them.”
Apr 18, 2019
3 Questions to Ask Care Providers When You're Expecting
Without question, there are some definite things worth knowing about your care provider’s approach to birth. Here are my top three questions to ask so you will know what to expect before the distant months become just weeks or days before the anticipated day.
Apr 18, 2019
AHA Students Release Trout Raised in Classroom Into River
Ninety-five trout that were raised in a biology classroom at the Academy of the Holy Angels in Demarest, New Jersey, are now swimming in the Saddle River. Environmental science teacher Erica Pritchard guided her class as they evaluated the river and released the fingerlings they cared for throughout this year’s Trout in the Classroom (TIC) program.
Apr 18, 2019
Choosing the Right Psychologist For Your Family
Every child experiences challenges at school or home at some point during their development. A difficult question for most parents is, “When do I seek the help of a psychologist?” In order to help their children, parents often reach out to friends or family members, or make changes in the family’s routine, before seeking help. Many parents report fear and concern about seeking help from a psychologist because of a stigma and a concern that their child may be “labeled.” There is no shame in asking for help, and it most certainly does not mean you are a “bad” parent. In my experience as a psychologist, parents tend to seek a psychological evaluation or therapy after they can no longer compensate for their child’s challenges on their own and/or when the challenge interferes with their child’s success at school, home, or in the community.
Apr 17, 2019
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Why You Should Consider Setting Up a Trust
While it’s not something we like to think about, as parents in New York, it is important to have a plan in place to protect your child should something happen to you or your spouse. Planning for the future is important to ensure that your children are well taken care of and your assets are preserved for your loved ones. One way to ensure that assets are protected for your children is to set up a trust. To find out if a trust is appropriate for your family, consult with a New York estate planning attorney.
A Guide to Train Exhibits, Train Museums, and Rail Rides for Kids in the NYC Area
Take a trip with your family to a railroad museum or train exhibit in the New York City area, where young and old train lovers can ride trains and explore the scenic area aboard a train.
Feb 28, 2019
When To Visit NYC's Museums, Zoos, and Gardens Admission Free
When to catch free admission at NYC's children's museums, zoos, aquariums, and botanical gardens.
Mar 06, 2019
Mid-Winter Recess Activities for Families in the NY Metro Area
Whether your kids are just out for Presidents Day or a longer mid-winter recess, we've rounded up a slew of family activities, mini-camps, and day-camps to keep your crew entertained during their time off.
Feb 14, 2019
Where to Celebrate Women’s History Month with Your Kids in the New York Area
March is Women’s History Month, and there are many ways to commemorate women that made an influence in progressing female empowerment in our country and the world. Celebrate at one of these activities, museums, or statues across the New York area all month long.
Mar 06, 2019
The Ultimate, Must-Read Camp Guide for Every Family
In an effort to help you plan your child’s best summer ever, we’re proud to present The Camp Planner—the best resource for parents who are figuring out their kids’ summer camp plans in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Rockland County, and Bergen County, NJ! And if your child is already registered for camp, there's plenty of advice for all families, regardless of how many summers your child has already spent at camp. After all, summer camp—whether day camp, sleepaway camp, or a specialty camp—is a quintessential childhood experience, and we're here to help ensure it's the best experience ever!
Apr 15, 2019
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Why Social-Emotional Skills are Important for Development
As parents and caregivers, we tirelessly seek ways to ensure that our children are happy, healthy, and successful. Some parents place a strong emphasis on academic achievement, while others focus significantly on extracurricular activities such as sports and music—all with the belief that having strengths in a well-defined area will put their children ahead of the game. When it comes to a well-rounded development however, parents often unwittingly overlook the importance social and emotional functioning, until these areas become an issue of concern. Times are changing, and there has been a paradigm shift in terms of how researchers and educators define wellness and success in our children. Here’s why social-emotional skills are important for children’s development.
Jan 04, 2019
Students with Disabilities and Professional Dancers Will Share the Stage During “Superheroes” in New Jersey
This May, students from the A. Harry Moore School will dance with professional Nai-Ni Chen company dancers in “Superheroes,” a performance inspired by the kids themselves. Nai-Ni has pioneered an innovative program for students with disabilities–each project created for the kids is progressively more challenging, which encourages students to explore their unique abilities and improve social, cognitive, and physical abilities through music and dance. Adaptive physical education teacher Lori Berig says the results of the programming have “shattered every benchmark we could set for them.”
Apr 18, 2019
AHA Students Release Trout Raised in Classroom Into River
Ninety-five trout that were raised in a biology classroom at the Academy of the Holy Angels in Demarest, New Jersey, are now swimming in the Saddle River. Environmental science teacher Erica Pritchard guided her class as they evaluated the river and released the fingerlings they cared for throughout this year’s Trout in the Classroom (TIC) program.
Apr 18, 2019
Academy of Holy the Angels Hosts Sustaining Excellence Colloquium
An intensive, five-year Middle States self-study at the Academy of the Holy Angels recently culminated in the successful Sustaining Excellence Colloquium. This event was so notable that Middle States Association President Henry Cram and Associate Director Pat Impreveduto have asked AHA to mentor others who use this protocol.
Apr 17, 2019
Greenwich Hospital Honors 140 of Its Volunteers with a Luncheon
Each year, Greenwich Hospital hosts an Auxiliary Luncheon to honors its volunteers from Fairfield and Westchester. These volunteers play a key role in the hospital’s ability to provide an exceptional patient experience, and contribute more than 46,000 volunteer hours between them. During the luncheon, which was held at the Greenwich Country Club, hospital key players and several volunteers shared their experiences at Greenwich and spoke to the strong bonds between volunteers and patients. Sharon Gallagher-Klass, Auxiliary president, thanked the volunteers for their commitment.
Apr 16, 2019
Bideawee’s Pet Therapy Program Introduces Therapy Dog Reading Program to Long Island Schools
For some kids, learning to read, reading out loud, or spending time with dogs can be uncomfortable and scary experiences. To help children in their community with all three of these endeavors, Bideawee animal shelter sent five reading therapy dogs to Willets Road School in Roslyn Heights on April 15 so children were able to read in a non-judgmental, loving, calm environment. Bideawee’s Pet Therapy program has been sending therapy animals of all stripes to schools, nursing homes, hospitals, airports and more since 1985.
Apr 16, 2019
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The Best Foods for Brain Development
As parents, we all want our children to succeed in school and excel in academics, but did you know what they eat throughout the day can impact their performance? In fact, students who eat meals that are aligned with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion) are better learners, receive higher test scores, earn higher academic grades, and have reduced instances of being absent from school, says Kim Doyle, senior director of nutrition and compliance at Revolution Foods, citing a 2018 study from the University of California, Berkeley.
Mar 21, 2019
The Ultimate Camp Planner for Every Family
Planning your child's summer camp experience just got a whole lot easier! This guide features expert camp-planning advice, camp descriptions, comparison charts, and more! Click Here
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