5 Things To Know When Your Child Turns 18 There are several things to know once your child turns 18, and I address the most important things in another post. However, it's been a while since I wrote that post -it is all still applicable and important -but here are 5...
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Go-To Fun For Grown Kids At Home: 11 Easy Activities
Some people might say that grown kids don’t need toys. They don’t want to play with them. I am here to strongly disagree. Here is some great go-to fun for grown kids at home!
9 Favorite Movies About Graduation
There are so many movies that will answer the question, “What’s your favorite movie about graduation?” Check one out now!
Complete Guide to College Planning
College Preparation is a long process. Where should you even begin? Here are all of our college preparation posts together in one place for your convenience. This Complete Guide to College Planning will take you step by step through what you need to get from high school to the first d
Parent’s Guide to Middle School
The posts in Parent’s Guide to Middle School are all helpful information towards success during the middle school years, as well as starting to think ahead to what your student’s future might look like.
Parent’s Guide to Senior Year of High School
The senior year of high school is a doozy! Mel and Laura have been through it 6 times, so we know. This Parent’s Guide to Senior Year of High School is a collection of all of our posts about the high school senior year and college and career preparation. This post will give you a one-stop spot for all of your senior year information.
Understanding HIPAA and FERPA
As our children turn 18 and go off to college or careers, we hear horror stories about HIPAA and FERPA on the internet and from other parents. Understanding HIPAA and FERPA laws is one of the keys to successfully navigating life with an adult child.
Setting Boundaries With Teens
Why is setting boundaries with teens so important? It takes a lot of strength to say “no” in the face of major teen drama if you use that BAD word.
After Prom Breakfast Ideas
After Prom Breakfast Ideas: Keep the prom fun going with an after prom breakfast. Host a waffle bar for the prom goers. Ideas for hosting an after prom party.
5 Reasons Your Teen Should Get Their Eagle
There are several reasons why your teen should get their eagle, but for this post, I will share 5 of the most important ones with you.
15 Best Prom Movies To Watch With Your Teen!
Prom can be a great memory or a cruddy one. Which kind of memory do you have? We have compiled this list of the 15 best prom movies to get you in the prom season mood!
Must Listen College Preparation Podcasts
These college preparation podcasts and episodes cater to either the parent or the student or both. They are all worth checking out.
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