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Green and Homemade National Teacher’s Day Gifts

May 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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National Teacher’s Day is May 8th. Here are some green, homemade gifts to give the teacher in your child’s life.

National Teacher’s Day is a great time to really show appreciation for our young children’s teachers and their education. I believe we owe teachers our respect and gratitude by choosing to honor them with thoughtful and eco-friendly gifts. Homemade gifts by you and your children are always fun to make and fun to give, especially when they are practical as well. Bath Salts. After a long day of teaching, what better than to enjoy a long soak in the tub and wash the stress away. Combine 1/2 ... Continue Reading

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Making the most of Parent/Teacher Conferences

September 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Here’s how you can be prepared and make the most of Parent Teacher conferences.

It's back to school time, the book bags are packed, the clothes or uniforms are ready to go and you actually managed to get the kids to bed on time. You've already met the teacher at orientation and you've made sure all their homework is done. Why a Parent/Teacher conference when there are only 24 hours in a day? Even if your child is at the top of his class and doing well, a one-on-one meeting with the teacher is very important. Parent Teacher conferences are meant for you to get to know your ... Continue Reading

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