Many parents and school age kids can't help but ask themselves if schools are overstepping their bounds by enforcing piercing rules. Is it within the school's rights to make judgements on whether or not kids can have a piercing? Piercings are not protected by the first amendment. … [Read more...] about Schools, Piercings and Your Child
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Back Pack Safety Basics
To help kids prevent injury when using a backpack take the following things into consideration:The weight of the backpack. Your child will suffer from too heavy a backpack no matter how great the backpack is, and how they wear it. No matter the design of the backpack, if there is … [Read more...] about Back Pack Safety Basics
Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms?
As a parent I can honestly say that I am a little torn on the idea of whether or not a child should have to wear a school uniform. In many aspects it is great. It helps promote equality at school, and lets kids stand out for things that are more under their control than the cost … [Read more...] about Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms?
Social Networking Safety Tips for Kids
As parents we all have a strong desire to protect our children, especially when it comes to the Internet. Social networking continues to grow in popularity and children are attracted to it because it's a great way to interact with their friends and to make new friends. Children … [Read more...] about Social Networking Safety Tips for Kids
Helping Your Teen Make the College Decision
When a child starts high school, as a parent, you should be actively talking to your child about college. Regularly discuss all of the choices that they need to make to put themselves in a good position so that it helps them decide which college experience is right for them. … [Read more...] about Helping Your Teen Make the College Decision
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to