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10 Great Podcasts for Kids
If you’re anything like me, you have a podcast library filled with favorite shows ready to tune into the latest episode as you drive, fold laundry, cook dinner, or go for a walk. There is such great variety in the world of podcasts - everything from crime mysteries to politics to hilarious pop culture banter. And recently, I’ve been checking out some podcasts for kids and was blown away by all the outstanding options.
Meet Nicole Bouldin
We are excited to introduce you to another one of our excellent team members, Nicole Bouldin!
Nicole was born and raised in Cincinnati. She is the oldest of three and the only girl. She grew up playing sports and went to McAuley High School where she played basketball. Nicole graduated from Miami University in 2010 with a Middle Childhood Education degree and began her teaching career with Cincinnati Public Schools.
This Is How We Finish Strong
The end is in sight. It’s been a great year, and our students have so much to be proud of. It is not uncommon for students to hit a slump this time of year and lose motivation. This week we are asking our families just two simple questions to gain some insight about how to finish strong.
Third Quarter Slump
This time of year can bring challenges for our students because it is difficult to stay motivated and complete work to the best of one’s ability. It is not uncommon for a restlessness and complacency to set in during these last winter months. This “third quarter slump” is often defined as the time of year when students’ grades drop, and unfortunately, this can happen rather quickly.
Meet Lee Honig
We are continuing our Meet the Tutor series this month and are excited to introduce you to Lee Honig.
Lee grew up in Brooklyn, NYC and attended Hofstra University, where he graduated with a B.S. in chemistry and minors in math and community health. After college, he worked as an industrial chemist at a vinyl plastic manufacturing plant.
This is How We Do Parent-Teacher Conferences
For many schools, another round of parent-teacher conferences is just around the corner. This face-to-face meeting with your child’s teacher is a valuable time to find out what happens during the school day and how you can best support both your child and the teacher.
Summer Camp Preview
Once again Connections is excited to offer a wide range of summer camps for students of all ages through Cincinnati Country Day School. And for the first time , we are thrilled to extend our camps to Summit Country Day School as well. Check out all the camp descriptions below.
Meet Erin O'Neil
We are continuing our Meet the Tutor series this month and are excited to introduce you to one of our newest tutors, Erin O’Neil.
This Is How We Do The Morning Routine
Welcome to the second post in our new This Is How We ______ series. Each month we are talking to families around Cincinnati to find out how routines, celebrations, and responsibilities play out in their homes. This month we are talking about morning routines.
What Disney World Can Teach you about Test Prep
During the Spring of 2013, my wife and I decided that it would be a good time to take our kids to Disney World for the first time. The twins were going to turn six in April, our youngest would be able to get in to all the parks for free, and it was the first time that we were going to be headed to Florida as a family.
Meet Sara Garrison
We are excited to spend time each month this year introducing members of our outstanding tutor team. We’ll kick off 2019 introducing Sara Garrison, a tutor who has been with Connections from the beginning.
This Is How We Start The New Year!
This Is How We Start The New Year is the first in a new series of blogs posted at the beginning of each month where we talk to families all around Cincinnati to find out how routines, celebrations, and responsibilities play out in their homes. In this monthly series, we will discuss morning routines, homework, summer reading, college visits, and more! This month, we share two families traditions for starting the new year.
Subscription Boxes
Still looking for a holiday gift for the kids on your list? How about a gift that will keep delighting your child month after month?
The Gift of Experiences
This is the perfect year to think outside the box when it comes to holiday gifts. Rather than a mountain of presents that will all too quickly become outdated or broken, give the gift of a special experience. The Gift of Experiences can give your family something to look forward to and enjoy together and share in special memories that last much longer than the holiday season. Here are some ideas to get you started!
Creating a Successful Homework Routine
As we move into October, most students have fallen into the steady rhythm of academic activity. But there is one element that many learners and parents continue to struggle with throughout the school year: Homework.
Let Them Play
Playtime is an essential mark of childhood - wide open days with nothing to do but build forts, ride bikes, play tea party, and tromp through the outdoors alongside neighborhood buddies. Children of all ages grow and learn life skills such as problem solving, flexible thinking, and creative initiation when they are given time to freely choose activities and experiment with open-ended play.
Sharpen Your Writing Skills with Summer Fun
We are constantly expressing ourselves through the written word and yet, this essential skill is often terrifying for some students to complete. We’ve put together some suggestions or practicing writing in a safe and creative way.
Why Every Student Needs A Hero
As the school year approaches and lesson plans are being written, we are inspired by Sarah Fordyce, a science teacher in Los Angeles who wants students to belong, interact, and grow in her classroom. She writes about teaching science and the magic of teaching middle school on her blog www.happyteacherheart.com.
More Summer Fun
As June comes to a close, are your summer days starting to drag, or are you seizing every opportunity for summer fun? While summer can be busy with family vacations and camps, there also tends to be a lot more down time at home than during the school year which can sometimes result in complaints of boredom and overuse of screen time. What better way to avoid this than a family summer bucket list?
Summer in Cincinnati
Cincinnati has so much to offer, and so many exciting places to visit. Here are some great ideas for your family to take on summer in the city!