Dear NCSA Families,   One of my favorite things about the summer is the fact that there is more light to read by, and with fewer activities to rush off to, we also have more time to play games.  I

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

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

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

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.

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.

This week, Angie has devoted her nook to raising strong girls and unbiased boys – lots of excellent book suggestions. I consider Angie to be an expert in the area of raising unbiased and caring boys – her sons are two of the

Dear Families, “Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear, and the blind can see.” Mark Twain. Our school character trait this month is KINDNESS.  The books this week offer a glimpse into empathy, respect, courtesy, friendship, and kindness.