Tag: ‘Schools’
And the preschool search begins…and we have info on how to do it
by Karen on 8/12/10 | 1 Comment(s)
Are you a new parent with a nagging feeling that you are behind the curve on the preschool search? Never fear, we have information for you here.
Joyce Szuflita, our School Expert, has tips and hints for helping you start your preschool search. And, yes, August is NOT too early to be thinking about this…it’s actually [...]
Not to make you panic- but save the date for Schoolfest
by Karen on 8/10/10 | 0 Comment(s)
I really really really don’t want to make you panic. I know you don’t need more stress in your life. But…..I suggest that you save the date for Town Square’s SchoolFEST 2010 on Sunday, October 3rd (11 am to 3 pm) at Eugenio Maria de Hostas I.S. 318 (101 Walton Street near Broadway).
I know [...]
Public Schools With Language Immersion
by Karen on 6/05/09 | 0 Comment(s)
Joyce of NYC School Help not only identifies the elementary schools in Brooklyn that offer dual language programs in this post, she finds those schools looking to add language immersion! ….which means you can contact the parent coordinators or go to an upcoming meeting to let them know you want it! (See info at [...]
The K5- a New York Elementary School Site
by Karen on 6/03/09 | 0 Comment(s)
I got an email from a teacher at PS 3 in the West Village. Otis Kriegel has created a website called The K5 that, for the most part, is made up of 1.5-5 minute videos aimed to help parents of elementary school age children (grades K-5).
I chose one of the videos I really like: how [...]
Kindergarten: Where Is The Play?
by Karen on 5/21/09 | 1 Comment(s)
“It’s not irresponsible to infuse play into the lives of our families. It’s just the opposite; it’s the training ground for responsible adulthood….. Play gives you the ability to be more flexible and adaptable and resilient, all of which enables you to handle an unexpected world better.”
This sounds like common sense, right? These quotes are [...]
How To Get Into Nursery School- Nursery University
by Karen on 4/30/09 | 1 Comment(s)
Have you ever wondered what the “buzz” about getting into nursery school is all about? What REALLY goes on behind the closed doors of admissions and what are all the parents going through? The movie Nursery University takes you through it all.
It is funny, exhausting and dizzying to see what parents put themselves and their [...]
How To Model Reading
by Karen on 2/12/09 | 1 Comment(s)
Top Model (not the Tyra kind)
by Rebecca of eensies.com
Recently, as winter has finally really settled in here in Brooklyn, I’ve been opting to stay in after my daughter’s afternoon nap rather than freeze my tush off. The other day, after an hour and a half of puzzles, dancing, reading, helping her “make dinner” in her [...]
Winner of the $100 AND $50 Book Giveaway
by Karen on 1/20/09 | 0 Comment(s)
Wow! We had a total of 151 entries for this giveaway. So many of you rallied! Parents, students, teachers, grandparents and aunts and uncles. I was amazed. I was so happy to hear how much you all loved your schools, and so was Usborne- that they found a way to offer a Second Prize of [...]
P.S. 9 and P.S 56- What Are They Like?
by Karen on 1/20/09 | 6 Comment(s)
Our School Expert, Joyce Szuflita has done some investigating for us. She came back with some good reports on P.S. 9 (Prospect Heights) and P.S. 56 (Clinton Hill). Joyce, as do all of our experts, have their own page now under Expert Advice, so you can read the rest of her articles.
If you want [...]
Enter the $100 Book Giveaway
by Karen on 1/13/09 | 155 Comment(s)
My first introduction to Usborne Books was the title, 1001 Things To Spot In The Town. Papa Tree, Birch (age 2 yrs) and I all love it. I can usually find something to laugh at on each page. The object of the book is to spot the 1001 things. The book gives Birch counting practice, [...]
Kindergarten Admissions
by Karen on 12/29/08 | 0 Comment(s)
Joyce Szuflita of NYC School Help has been answering A Child Grows readers’ questions about school periodically. Now, she will be posting on a more consistent basis. She will be a contributing editor, writing twice a month. I am so happy to have her. Joyce will be bringing us the most current, valuable information about [...]
Gifted and Talented Program Deadline and Details
by Karen on 11/01/08 | 2 Comment(s)
Joyce Szuflita of NYC School Help wrote me yesterday to update us on the Gifted and Talented Program. You can follow all school news at her fantastic blog. (I would suggest subscribing to her newsy newsletters for all school info to keep up to date)
This is from Joyce:
The Gifted and Talented information is out. You [...]
New Charter Middle School in Brooklyn
by Karen on 10/09/08 | 1 Comment(s)
I read Joyce Szuflita’s blog religiously AND subscribe to her informational newsletter. Yesterday on her blog she talked about the Brooklyn Charter School. Here is a bit from her blog- but for all the information go to her site.
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School
Okay 5th graders, check this out. It is another public middle school option for [...]
Pre-Ks are being eliminated…please sign petition
by Karen on 10/03/08 | 0 Comment(s)
Joyce Szufilita and a mom, Melissa, are trying to begin a campaign to get an Early Childhood Center in district 15. We all know Brooklyn elementary schools are becoming overcrowded, and Pre-Ks are being eliminated. A new Early Childhood Center could alleviate this problem. “As a center that is separate from elementary school, it would [...]
Afterschool Programs
by Karen on 9/07/08 | 0 Comment(s)
Lucky Lotus Yoga
http://www.luckylotusyoga.com/
184 Dekalb Ave, NY 11205
(718) 522-7119
info@luckylotusyoga.com
Lucky Lotus Yoga in Fort Greene offers a “After School Cool Program” from 3-6 pm from PS 11, Community Roots Charter and PS 20. They introduce a new class every 5 weeks so kids are exposed to different kinds of classes and cultures. Contact www.luckylotusyoga.com for times, [...]
Transferring to a Private School for Elementary or Middle School
by Karen on 8/21/08 | 5 Comment(s)
Our star school consultant, Joyce Szuflita of NYC School Help sent me this fantastic post about transferring into a private elementary and/or middle school. It is in direct response to a question she was asked about the possibility of transferring into a private school at 2nd or 3rd grade or middle school if you [...]
How to Apply for A School You Are Not Zoned For
by Karen on 6/10/08 | 0 Comment(s)
Asmira wrote in with this question for school consultant, Joyce Szuflita of www.nycschoolhelp.com. Joyce has been answering questions for A Child Grows readers and thanks to her, we are gaining some insight into the whole school process.
I would like to know what the procedure for a variance is for public schools. Our daughter is almost [...]
Pre-K registration problems
by Karen on 5/29/08 | 2 Comment(s)
If you have been reading one of the Yahoo parenting groups or just talking to your friends, you probably have heard about the circulating rejection letters that are causing a big stir. And well they should be. Can you imagine having a child at one school and then your other one be rejected from it? [...]
