By Cindy Finch The school year has begun and all is well—or is it? Although it seems that the beginning of school and the reestablishment of routines should bring a new settling for children, the reality can be quite different. I’ve recently...
MoreFear and Parenting: There’s Always Something to Worry About
By Cindy Finch If you don’t worry about your children, skip this article. “We are not safe” screamed a headline in 2004 (a headline that referred to the final report of the 9-11 commission). I was on vacation with my family when that headline was...
MoreNo Apologies . . . for Education’s Sake
By Cindy Finch Earlier in the year I promised TCS families that I’d talk a little about teaching children to say “I’m sorry.” This article idea came from teachers early in the school year based on conversations with families. What is it we want...
MoreLetter to Families
By Cindy Finch Friday evening, 12-14-12 Dear TCS Families, I took some time off this afternoon to welcome my youngest son home from college for the holidays—a pleasurable time to think about the upcoming holidays and having family close. Tonight...
MoreTCS Accreditation Q&A
kBy Michael Boss The Children’s School NAEYC Accreditation Q&A The Children’s School has again received accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) — a recognition our school first...
MoreSharing and Young Children
By Cindy Finch In groups of children, and sometimes in families, getting enough of what you want can be an issue. It is tempting to respond to a child not wanting to give up a toy by imploring (or demanding or lecturing) that they must share. How...
MoreChanging Schools: Ideas for Adults who Support Children during Transition
Changing Schools: Ideas for Adults who Support Children during Transition (2005) By Cindy Finch, Director, The Children’s School Transition is a challenge and an opportunity. I think some adults approach transition with dread, seeing the...
MoreSeasons and School
By Cindy Finch The signs are here: the North End is turning green again, flowers are blooming, “spring sing” is approaching, and next year’s enrollment is mostly complete. Our school auction is very soon. Book Fair reward books have been ordered...
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