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A New School Year

A new school year…indeed. One for the history books! This year, parents get to get creative like they’ve never been before. With school being pushed back a week, and most, if not all, only having a virtual option, Miami-Dade schools never looked quite like this. What should parents be thinking about? Who is going toContinue reading “A New School Year”

Hello Summer!

I’d like to start by congratulating the class of 2020! Whether your child has graduated from Kindergarten or from high school, this year holds a special place in all of our hearts. Despite the hardships and despite the unknown, you have made it! Take a moment and celebrate. Celebrate with your child! Teach them toContinue reading “Hello Summer!”

The Unknown

If you’re a parent right now, you’ve probably been thinking about what you’re going to do with your children over the summer. And I’m sure you’ve also ventured to think about what next year may look like…much to your dismay. And there aren’t any answers. As far as we know, the leader of our district,Continue reading “The Unknown”

How to talk to your children about the “new normal…”

Be honest. Children are honest. Sometimes they are brutally honest, which is why sometimes adults interpret children’s actions as mean. It’s usually more about honesty than meanness. Children can also spot inauthenticity very well. They can tell when an adult is being honest or not. As a rule of thumb, be as honest as youContinue reading “How to talk to your children about the “new normal…””

Consistency

Ufff…tough word. The word “consistency” makes me cringe a little. It leads me to self- judgment. Am I consistent enough? I should be more consistent. What does it say about me if I’m not consistent? How will I be enough if I’m not consistent? Ouch. That last one hurt. Well, I’m here to tell youContinue reading “Consistency”

Teacher Appreciation Week

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week in the U.S. I believe that more parents around the country are probably appreciating teachers more now than ever before. Probably the most valuable virtue that a teacher has is patience. Teachers have to be patient. They have to be patient with children that are learning something new, seeingContinue reading “Teacher Appreciation Week”

Home Schooling 102

Set up a chart or list in your child’s bedroom. Write out the specific actions or expectations that you have for your child. It can detail the morning routine, the whole day routine, or home rules that must be followed. It can be on a piece of poster board or even a piece of paperContinue reading “Home Schooling 102”

Home Schooling 101

As you navigate through home schooling, keep these things in mind: This is the first time a school district, school, principal, teacher, and parent manages virtual teaching. Be very patient. Everyone is doing the best they can. That being said, as parents, you have a lot of power. If things seem too heavy, you shouldContinue reading “Home Schooling 101”

It Takes A Village

Welcome! My name is Ingrid and I’m here to help you. Are you a parent? If so, then you’ve landed in a good place. You see I’m a teacher, and I have taught at a public elementary school for the past 8 years. I have recently left the classroom, but I continue to work withContinue reading “It Takes A Village”