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Don’t let homesickness prevent your children from having a summer camp experience they’ll never forget!  At Camp Friendship, we take pride in creating a home away from home for our campers. Our staff is well-trained to handle all levels of homesickness and encourage campers to make the most of their time at camp. Our goal is for every camper to have a successful summer during which they gain independence, learn new things, and form connections with others.  To make that goal a reality, follow these tips for helping your child deal with homesickness at summer camp. Recognize that homesickness at sleepaway camp is normal As a first-time camper, or maybe even returning camper, many children will face the difficulties of homesickness. Being homesick is not abnormal. For many families in today’s plugged in world, summer camp is the first real separation they have experienced, making homesickness the norm rather than the exception. In fact, research shows that around  90% of ca...

Starting school for any child is challenging enough. It can be even harder when your child is starting at a new school after already being in school for a while. There are many reasons why a family might want/need to have their child transfer to a new school. Regardless of the reason, if your child has developed a relationship with their peers and teachers, switching schools can be especially heartbreaking and confusing for them. Many of the tips provided in this post can also be applied to children who are just starting school for the first time, however, extra care should be given to children who are switching schools. The most important thing you can do is to tell your child in advance what is going to happen. Tell your child/children as soon as you find out that they are going to be switching schools. The longer you wait to tell them, the worse the transition is going to be for your child. Telling them in advance helps your child process the change and will hopefully make the trans...

    As parents and educators, one of the most important decisions we make is choosing the right afterschool program for our students. With numerous options available, it’s crucial to identify a school program that not only aligns with your child’s needs but also provides a high-quality, enriching experience.   At Yang Fan Academy’s Dublin Afterschool Program, we understand the importance of this decision and have compiled some key considerations to help guide you in choosing the best afterschool and summer learning programs.   Identifying Your Child’s Needs And Interests Tailoring The Experience Choosing the right afterschool program begins with a clear understanding of your child’s unique needs and interests. This initial step is crucial as it helps tailor the afterschool experience to be most beneficial for your child. Here are some aspects to consider:   Academic Needs :   Determine if your child requires additional support in their academic pursuits. Ar...

Through our after-school programs, we play a pivotal role in supporting children's mental well-being by seamlessly blending disguised learning and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). At Right At School, our unwavering dedication to the well-being of our children drives us forward. We recognize that today's children encounter an array of challenges that can significantly impact their mental health. Through our after-school programs, we play a pivotal role in supporting children's mental well-being by seamlessly blending disguised learning and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). A Lifeline After School  Our after-school programs serve as a vital lifeline for children during the house after school, offering a dynamic environment where they engage in disguised learning experiences and gain essential SEL skills. This bridge between school hours and when parents typically return home from work holds immense significance in the lives of children and their families.  An Oasis of ...

If you have been around our blog, school campuses, or social media pages, you likely will have noticed our love for the Reggio Emilia Approach to learning. We have based our program on this emergent curriculum, and the results are excellent. While we love this approach, we are also aware that not everyone is familiar with Reggio Emilia, so we wanted to share a brief overview of what it is all about! This post will cover the origin story, key figures, and how it is implemented in the classroom. You will likely find yourself in love with this way of preschool learning as we are when we are through!  Who Is Reggio Emilia? You may be surprised that Reggio Emilia is not a “who” but a “where.” This approach is not named after a person at all, but the city of origin in Northern Italy called Reggio Emilia. Several educators in the region began working on this approach after World War II, led by teacher and psychologist Loris Malaguzzi.  Loris Malaguzzi  was the brains behind the ...