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The NYC Board of Health approved new amendments to the Health Code last week. Under the new mandate, nearly 3,000 city-regulated child care will be required to properly store and maintain two epinephrine auto-injectors on site. An auto-injector is a prescription medicine used to treat life-threatening allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, in people who are at risk for or who have a history of serious allergic reactions as a result of exposure to peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, dairy, eggs, soy, insect bites, and other allergens.

Jun 18, 2018

Lutheran High School's 55th Commencement Ceremony

The 55th Long Island Lutheran (LuHi) Commencement Ceremony took place on June 9 in the Visscher Gymnasium. Mr. John Buck, newly named head of school, along with faculty and staff welcomed family and friends of the 119 graduates. The Class of 2018 chose their teacher Mr. Anthony Colanglo as this year’s commencement speaker.

Jun 18, 2018

Vincent Smith School Senior Overcomes Learning Difficulties and Graduates

Upon meeting Mark Irving, a hard-working student who loves to put on a show, you’d be surprised to hear of the learning challenges he faced on the road to graduation. Mark entered Vincent Smith School in elementary school, when his parents realized that he was not progressing appropriately in public school. Vincent Smith is an independent day school in Port Washington, specializing in educating students with learning disorders such as dyslexia, or students challenged by AD/HD or school anxiety.

Jun 18, 2018

Rent the Runway Launches Maternity Subscription Services

Outfitting an ever-changing body is quite an expensive and tricky endeavor, but Rent the Runway is set on simplifying that experience. The clothing rental company is launching a new maternity subscription program to help the 3.9 million expectant moms in the U.S. each year address this challenge.

Jun 15, 2018

The Importance of a Thorough Psychiatric Assessment

If your child has a fever or complains of a stomachache, chances are a quick trip to the doctor’s office and perhaps a prescription will do the trick. But what if it’s something more serious, something psychological?

Family Day Trips and Destinations in NY, NJ, CT, MA, and PA

From museums and parks to festivals and beaches, this list has something for everyone, all within easy traveling distance from the New York City area, including Upstate New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania.

Jun 01, 2018

Where to Celebrate Father's Day in Rockland and Bergen Counties

Father's Day is on June 18 this year and there are lots of fun Father's Day events in Rockland and Bergen counties. Celebrate the dads in your life with a craft project, baseball game, public space mission, family-friendly obstacle course, or other fun activities.

Jun 04, 2018

Where to Celebrate Father's Day in New York City

Father's Day is on June 17 this year, and there’s no better way to honor dad than by celebrating at a park, museum, show, or festival in Manhattan.

Jun 04, 2018

Where to Celebrate Father's Day on Long Island

Father's Day is on June 17 this year and there are lots of fun Father's Day events on Long Island. Celebrate the dads in your life at the racetrack or a museum, with some baseball, live music, or other fun activity. Check out these Father's Day events in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Jun 04, 2018

Where to Celebrate Father's Day in Westchester

Father's Day is on June 17 this year and we've rounded up the best Father's Day activities in Westchester County. Celebrate the dads in your life with a craft project, live music, or by getting wild with some wolves.

Jun 04, 2018

Helping Children Learn Through Creative Play

Helpful pointers for parents to help children flourish through freedom when they are home.

Mar 23, 2017

Lutheran High School's 55th Commencement Ceremony

Jun 18, 2018

Vincent Smith School Senior Overcomes Learning Difficulties and Graduates

Jun 18, 2018

Knox Summer Adventures Day Camp Introduces Pedal Go Karts

Knox Summer Adventures day camp is rolling out their newest feature this June: pedal go karts. Kids of all ages will get the chance to go behind the wheel and take a spin around the mini track. The younger campers will have separate karts that are better suited to their age and skill level.

Jun 15, 2018

Young People's Day Camp in Queens to Offer New STEM and Robotics Program

Young People’s Day Camp in Queens will offer a new STEM enrichment program beginning in July. The premium enrichment STEM program will run from July to August, a total of four weeks. The program will consist of an elementary introduction to the fields of science, technology, engineering and math through a series of exciting, educational, and fun projects.

Jun 15, 2018

Kids Country Day Camp Launches Summer Quest Program to Teach Campers About the Environment

Kids Country Day Camp, based in Mount Sinai, is launching a new Summer Quest program this summer designed to teach children about the planet and its natural environment. The program runs for eight weeks and kicks off on the the first day of camp, June 25. Each week will have a different theme dedicated to a specific region or biome, including Antartica, Australia and the Amazon rainforest. Children will participate in fun games and activities that offer an introduction to these and other geographical areas.

Jun 14, 2018