Greenwich Free Press (https://greenwichfreepress.com/category/parenting/page/11/)
“Now I have seen kids scream at referees, talk back to coaches, and say absolutely terrible things to the other teams players and I always wonder, what happened to showing good sportsmanship?” – Matt Pignataro, GHS ’14 Continue Reading →
“Laziness amongst millennials is a myth and educators should dig deeper to understand what is blocking the student.” – Maggie Roche, Assistant Director at Fusion Academy Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Bruce Park playground was the ideal venue for a scrapbooking event organized by Karen Griffin who hosted an orphaned teenager from Colombia this summer. Through KIDSAVE, a number of older orphans stayed with host families in the tri-state area. Each host family organized a fun activity for the children where potential adopters could meet them and learn about KIDSAVE. Continue Reading →
During the annual summer party at the home of Nicole Heath, Fresh Air Fund parents reflected on their experiences as hosts. Continue Reading →
The excitement was palpable through the sticky July air on Tuesday afternoon as Greenwich host families gathered at the Old Greenwich train station to welcome The Fresh Air Fund children. Continue Reading →
Everything you wanted to know about side effects of long term marijuana use by teens, driving under the influence of Marijuana, and talking to your teen about your own use of marijuana. Continue Reading →
When planning for an enriching summer, parents needn’t reserve a spot in a two month long camp or a full time summer school program. Suggestions include implementing mini brain workouts, promoting service learning, limiting screen time and encouraging physical exercise. Continue Reading →
Frank Sarcone, president of the board of GYFL didn’t mince words talking about how awareness of concussions has had an impact on how many kids sign up for football. He said there are other sports vying for kids’ limited free time — everything from crew, to soccer and flag football. However, he said, many changes have been made within GYFL in terms of how the game is taught, training and certifications for coaches, and use of the King-Devick test, which eliminates the guess work when it comes to concussions. Continue Reading →
The Greenwich Board of Selectmen voted Thursday to establish a committee that will be responsible for reviewing the proposed Board of Education charter changes. Continue Reading →
The Safe Lawns campaign, which is a partnership between the Town of Greenwich and Greening our Children, seeks to educate and encourage residents to go chemical-free on their lawns, to ensure the health and safety of people, pets, pollinators and the planet! Continue Reading →