29 Apr
2019
Autism awareness
One night this weekend my children had a couple of friends over for a sleepover. Late at night, in the dark, I could hear them still playing ultimate Frisbee on the lawn by the light of a construction lamp. I was inclined to tell them to come in, but the fact that they weren’t sitting… Continue reading
22 Apr
2019
Happy Earth Day & Happy Reading
I hope you can all take some time this week to read about our beautiful planet and learn more about how to ensure its longevity for future generations. These are favorites of mine and I hope you all enjoy them as well. Happy Earth Day & Happy Reading, Angie Maxson-DeFeyter The Curious Garden by… Continue reading
08 Apr
2019
The Birds and the Bees
Dear NCSA Families, Spring is in the air and curiosity abounds. As per a parent request, this reading nook has several books recommended by parents of NCSA students, to support teachings about the Birds and the Bees as well as boundaries, consent, and respect of a child’s personal body and those around them. I hope… Continue reading
25 Mar
2019
Supporting success in the classroom and the world
Education begins at home and continues within families for a lifetime. Teachers and schools are secondary educators for children. Parents teach life skills and character traits and become the role model for their children in how to navigate the world. From early language to chores, from tying shoes to reading books, from navigating relationships to… Continue reading
18 Mar
2019
Building character
Last week I celebrated becoming the mother of a teenager, and with that comes new opportunities to learn and stretch my parenting. I’m expanding my growth mindset as I begin to navigate this new stage, keeping positivity at the forefront. Building positive character traits in my children has been of great importance to me on… Continue reading