Editor's Note: Self-Care in the Age of Coronavirus
I’ve started to write this editor’s note so many times in my head over the last week—in the car, in the shower, as I unload the dishwasher. But I abandon my train of thought to help my kids log in…
Search Results for: get to know
Editor’s Note (December 2020): What Would Dolly Parton Do?
When my kids were toddlers I signed them both up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. If you’re not familiar, it’s a program that sends your child one free book in the mail every month until they’re five. Dolly selects…
Editor's Note (November 2020): When There Are No Clear Choices
When I became a mother seven years ago, I lost the freedom to focus on one thing at a time. My kids are always with me—even when they’re not. That’s never felt truer than it has this year, as most…
Editor's Note (October 2020): A New Level of Burnout
Some words of solidarity—and what you can expect on our site this month
Editor’s Note: A New Look for Charlotte Parent
Some insight on the exciting changes ahead
First-Day-of-School Chaos
On CMS’ start date, class goes as smoothly as expected—that is, not at all
How to Equally Share Your Heart with All Your Little Loves
Whether or not you have a favorite, this is a topic worth exploring
A Date Day North of Charlotte
The latest in our date night series takes us to Davidson, Cornelius, and other locales north of the city
Building Bridges: How to Connect With Your Child’s Teacher
Tips ahead of the upcoming school year
Movie Review: 'Aladdin'
It's a dream come true when Aladdin finds a magic lamp with a genie who grants him three wishes.
Summer Camp at SOAR
Summer Camp at SOAR offers a supportive environment where campers are encouraged to be themselves and are celebrated for their strengths. Campers set personal goals and are supported by our staff & their peers to succeed. Camp offers a fun…
Welcoming Refugee Families to Charlotte
How family-to-family support makes a difference
Don’t Regret Your End-of-Summer Vacation
8 reasons to leave the game at home.
How Kids Can Make Neighborhood Friends
Discover ways to help kids connect with their community.
Why Planned Community Living is Better Than City Life in Charlotte
In partnership with MillBridge
From the Farm to Farmers Market
10 simple ways to make a visit to the farmers market fun for kids
Children's Social Skills Indicator of Success
Why social skills are important, what parents need to teach their children and social skills classes in Charlotte area for kids ages 5-18.
Holiday Meal Etiquette Tips
Learn to set the table correctly, and handle the picky eater, the lazy guest, and wild child for a stress-free holiday gathering.
How Should High School Freshmen Prepare for College?
How your ninth-grader can successfully launch his or her high school career.
Is it Time to Switch Schools?
Finding the perfect fit for your child.
Smartphone Addiction: How Much is Too Much?
Total abstinence from a smartphone isn’t realistic, but there are ways to become more deliberate about when and how we use our phones.
Should Your Kids Play Video Games on Vacation?
8 reasons to leave video games at home over vacation.
Do You Lift People Up?
Get these four fundamentals down and you are on your way to making yourself, and the world, better.
Valentine's Day: Dads and Daughters
Celebrate the special daddy-daughter bond on Valentine's Day.
