Great Beginnings Montessori School

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

What to Order from the ‘Secret’ Menu at Chinese Restaurants

You’ve been missing out on some incredible authentic Chinese food all this time!

The Unhealthiest Dish You Can Order at a Mexican Restaurant—and What to Order Instead

Keep the flavor and ditch the fat when you make a healthier version.

Test your knowledge of how county government works

How much do you know about your county government?

10 Things the United States Should Copy From Other Countries

The United States has a lot to recommend it, but there's always room for improvement. Let's look abroad for better ways of doing things and and start improving.

Why your city government should buy your local newspaper

Newspapers are critical for America's civic health. The government should fund them.

Did This Really Happen in My Elementary School?

The town and school where I have innumerable positive memories have been suddenly torn away from me in the most grotesque way possible.

Is Elementary School Named After Confederate General Due For A Name Change?

"It's like we're glorifying someone who wanted to keep your grandparents in bondage," said one parent.

19 Things You’ll Remember If You Went To Elementary School In The ‘90s

Aside from the subpar rectangle pizza that your cafeteria served up.

Rocky Mount elementary school changing how students are disciplined

A Rocky Mount elementary school is working to change the way their students view learning and overhaul the discipline process to target negative behaviors, not children.

How to Help My Elementary School Child Study More Effectively

By adapting some of these study and homework tips and techniques to work effectively for your elementary school-aged child's needs for academic success.

Easy Chore Ideas for Elementary School Kids

Are you wanting to implement more chores into your kids' time at home? Here are some suggestions for chores for elementary school kids and how to introduce them.

Are Day Care Liability Waivers Enforceable?

You need to work, so you are considering putting your kid in day care. But there’s something a little disconcerting that you see everywhere. Day care centers all demand that parents sign liability waivers, usually including an indemnity clause saying...

When Elementary School Crushes A Child

Elementary school has fallen and shattered over our ten-year-old's mind. It has suffocated his love for learning, piled over his kindness and trust, and ...

When is Day Care NOT a Good Option?

Yesterday, we had an unfortunate incident that made us realize we should be more clear about when day care is not a good idea for certain dogs. A family made

Is Your Child's Day Care Safe?

How confident are you that your child's day care is safe? Millions of parents across the United States entrust their ... Personal Injury

What Is Adult Day Care?

Q: It’s hardest to do this as an adult but easiest in elementary school and college?

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