Tips and Resources

Maintaining Connection During the Winter Months

Winter can feel like the longest season to me. On the one hand, winter gives the gift of time, with a slightly slower activity schedule and time to cozy up indoors. On the other hand, it can feel isolating. Winter can bring a bit of the blues – sometimes it’s too cold to be (or […]

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Parenting in the Digital Age

By Yaffa Novograd, LMSW and Tikvah Womack, LCPC, MA-EXAT We all know by now that spending too much time in front of a screen isn’t good for us. But let’s be honest: screens are everywhere, and it can feel almost impossible to escape them. Our daily lives—how we communicate, work, learn, and even unwind—are intertwined […]

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Tips for Creating Inclusive Holiday Experiences

This Chanukah, as we gather with family and friends, let’s make sure everyone feels safe, welcome and celebrated.  The Jewish community is becoming more diverse all the time.  For many years, the predominant culture of American Jewry has been white and Ashkenazi.  Our community is seeing a transformation. Through marriage with other faith traditions, more […]

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8 Things to Do This Fall With Your Family

By Rachel Pototsky & Abbi Sacks Two of our staff members, Rachel Pototsky and Abbi Sacks, love finding fun things to do in our area. Especially things that are family friendly! With the weather getting a bit chillier, it can be harder to find exciting things to do together. Check out this list of both […]

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You Can Survive Homework Time: Strategies for Making Homework Enjoyable for You and Your Children

Written by Shana Alter As a Special Education teacher and the owner of Alter Tutoring, I’m often asked how to make homework time more enjoyable for children and their families. As a parent, I completely understand the frustration that homework can bring. I know that having a successful homework routine is crucial for academic success […]

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Favorite Beach Traditions

All summer, our team has had fun learning our families’ favorite activities and traditions on beach trips. As we enjoy the last few weeks of summer, we want to share these with all of you. Maybe they’re worth trying on an upcoming vacation, or maybe your family does some of these too! On the Beach […]

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Tips for Preventing the Summer Slide

Written by Debbie Wolff Our Lutherville Parent Connector, Debbie Wolff, and her partner Chris have two sons, Brooks (4) and Griffin (1) and reside in Lutherville with their two dogs Lucy and Blitzen. Debbie teaches third grade and a fourth grade literacy class, as well as tutoring both virtually and in-person. As a parent and […]

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Six Easy Ways to Volunteer this Summer

It’s that time of year again! The school year is ending, camps are starting, and all of our routines are changing. Maybe this is the perfect time to do some volunteering! It doesn’t have to be an overwhelming commitment. Here are six easy and meaningful ways to give back this summer in Baltimore—there’s something here […]

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Pro Tips for Maximizing Your Camp Adventure 

Summer is quickly approaching and it’s time to gear up for the ultimate camp experience. We asked former camp counselors from our staff and their friends to share nuggets of wisdom to help you make the most of your summer adventure.  So, pack your bags, toss in the essentials and get ready for the summer […]

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Grand Adventures: Top Picks for Fun with Grandkids in Baltimore

Written by: Jim Schwartz We caught up with local grandfather, Jim Schwartz to get insights into some of his favorite places to take his grandchildren in Baltimore. Jim, a resident of Pikesville, is a grandfather to 2 kids ranging in age from 10 – 13. He likes to discover places where both he and his […]

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