According to recent research, parents are concerned about their “kids missing important social interactions at school or with friends”. This concern applies to parents who are having their kids learn fully remotely as well as parents who have chosen the … Read More
Since many of us moms will be remote schooling (partially or fully) this school year, I decided to get some homeschool organization tips from my friend Natalie. I call Natalie a homeschooling “expert” because she has successfully homeschooled her three … Read More
Since Google Classroom was one of the web services that NYC schools used to connect students and teachers earlier this year, I checked to see if there were any updates. While doing so, I tuned into the Google for Education’s … Read More
All NYC public school parents will be remote schooling this fall – either fully or hybrid. That’s why I was excited to moderate an education forum for parents this past Sunday. As many of my regular readers know, my husband … Read More
Since many of our kids will be remote schooling this fall, I asked Design and Organization Expert Marty Basher for some home learning spaces advice. Mr. Basher, who works with Modular Closets, has over 20 years of experience helping families … Read More
I tuned in to a Zoom call – “Schools Start in a Month: A Conversation with NYC Parent and Comptroller Scott M. Stringer” earlier today. Since Comptroller Scott Stringer is also a parent with kids in NYC public schools, it … Read More
Many friends (including Mom in the City readers) have asked where I fall on the NYC back to school debate – whether I favor hybrid learning or full-time remote learning. For me, it’s not a debate. Do what you decide … Read More
What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? Yesterday, I tuned in to a live community reading of Frederick Douglass’s speech, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?”. The speech was made even more powerful by the … Read More
In the midst of all that is going on in the world, I make it a point to celebrate my loved ones every day. I really enjoy giving gifts so holidays give me an extra “excuse”. (My husband Reggie often … Read More
Mother’s Day 2020 is this upcoming Sunday. Considering that COVID-19 is causing significant shipping delays for many businesses, it might be harder than normal to find thoughtful last-minute gifts for mom. If Mother’s Day gift baskets were on your list, … Read More