Family Connection

Snuggles, pep talks and love notes: 10 ways to calm your kid’s back-to-school jitters by Becky Harlan, NPR – Life Kit August 12, 2024 New teachers, classmates, routines and expectations — a new school year almost always means change for both kids and...

These days, the most popular gift ideas for kids are tablets, smartphones, and portable gaming systems. And while these tech-friendly toys can be educational and fun, many parents are looking for ways to help their kids cut down on screen time. When looking for...

People Smarts: How to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Children Technical skills and book smarts are key elements to raising well-rounded children, but they aren’t the only indicators of long-term success. According to Harvard Business School, 71% of employers...

10 Characteristics of a Spiritually Supportive School: A Different Kind of School Supply By The Fetzer Institute As kids return to school eager to see old friends and meet new ones and anxious in anticipation of all that’s new, we take a pause to consider the...

May.  What a month!  It was refreshingly busy.  The buzz of activity here at school and in our personal lives was evidence that we are rising from the era defined by Covid.  Like any transition, this is not without its challenges.  We are re-learning how to...

As we transition to an approach to life that raises many questions, Lakewood Catholic Academy hopes to offer some direction as you and your families hunker down. We are not health professionals, save the esteemed Mrs. Kocsan and Miss Higgs. We are, however,...

What To Say To Kids When The News Is Scary By Anya Kamenetz and Cory Turner, NPR If you find the news out of Iran or Australia unsettling, imagine how a child might be feeling right now. NPR’s Life Kit spoke with a handful of child development experts about...

The weather has a way of dampening our plans. Unfortunately, when you have kids, it also has a knack for causing cabin fever. When you are stuck indoors with little bundles of energy, you sometimes have to get super creative to figure out what to do. After all,...

It’s no secret that kids today often spend far too much time on their phones or in front of a screen. With experts recommending no more than one hour of screen time for preschool children — and limited time for kids of all ages — it’s important to...

As parents we strive (and struggle) to get our children Christmas presents that bring them joy.  During this season of Advent and Christmas, I encourage you to consider helping your children cultivate gratitude – it can be one of the most important gifts...