Jessica Laird

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The Parish School Brings a One-of-a-Kind Education to Houston Area Special Needs Students

Submitted by Jessica Laird on Thu, 03/11/2021 - 1:00pm

The Parish School has been educating kids ages 2-12 who have communication delays and learning differences since 1983.

Since opening its doors in 1983, The Parish School has been on a mission to educate and empower kids with communication delays and learning differences across the greater Houston area. Now situated on a 17-acre hill country summer camp-inspired campus, the nationally-recognized special needs school offers students ages 2 to 12 a nurturing nature-based learning environment, complete with an on-site pediatric therapy clinic that helps children to truly thrive.

12 NYC Bakeries Serving Stunning Birthday Cakes for Kids

Submitted by Jessica Laird on Thu, 02/25/2021 - 5:57pm

BCakeNY can customize a 6-inch round cake with your kid's favorite characters.

Looking for something to make your child's birthday feel extra special this year? If you're scaling down the festivities, it's the perfect time to go big on the cake. With that in mind, we’ve scoured the five boroughs to find the New York City bakeries crafting the most mind-blowing confections.

These birthday cakes are scene-stealers in their own right and pair with whatever party you've got planned, from alfresco celebrations in local parks and playgrounds to social-distancing ready soirees and simple at-home shin-digs.

Whether you want a twist on a classic birthday cake, gluten-free goodies, or a sculpted replica of your child's favorite character, there's something for everyone in this delicious roundup of New York City bakeries and cake studios.

Registration Opens for Camp Deeny Riback's Adventure-Filled Jewish Day Camp

Submitted by Jessica Laird on Thu, 02/25/2021 - 10:00am

From its sprawling state-of-the-art 40-acre wooded campus, Camp Deeny Riback has been encouraging kids across Morris and Essex County to embrace adventure since 1970. With a focus on Jewish values, the camp prides itself in providing kids with a safe and nurturing environment where they're encouraged to explore new activities, ask questions, take risks, learn important life lessons, and make some forever friends and memories along the way.

West Orange's JCC MetroWest Early Childhood Center Reimagines Programs with Safety First

Submitted by Jessica Laird on Thu, 02/18/2021 - 2:00pm

When calls from pleading parents started pouring in last year as the COVID-19 pandemic waged on, JCC MetroWest wasted no time reimagining their children's programs to help bring some much-needed relief to burnt out West Orange area moms and dads. For the Early Childhood Center, that meant finding a way to maintain the same level of meaningful learning the New Jersey community had come to know and love while prioritizing the health and well-being of kids in a whole new way.

For 55 years, the JCC MetroWest Early Childhood Center has provided a beautiful collaborative learning environment for infants through kindergarteners, while thoughtfully weaving Jewish traditions and values into the classroom. Curiosity is encouraged, interests are engaged, parent involvement is prioritized, and all cultures, genders, races, religions, nationalities, sexual orientations, and abilities are embraced to create a vibrant community-driven space for all.

Online Winter Holiday Break Camps Kids Will Love

Submitted by Jessica Laird on Sat, 12/19/2020 - 10:18am

If you're wondering what your family will do over winter school break with this year's ongoing travel restrictions and limited activity options, an online camp program may be just the right fit. And to streamline your search, we connected with some of our favorite camp and class partners who are offering fun, creative, and educational 2020 virtual Christmas break camps that are sure to keep kids busy until school's back in session.

From theater and dance classes to cooking and STEM camps, these online intensives bring the in-person experience home with hands-on projects, small groups, performances, and more. They make great last minute experience gifts too!

Friends Academy Nassau County Private School Focuses on Service and Diversity

Submitted by Jessica Laird on Tue, 11/03/2020 - 12:00pm

Friends Academy is an independent Quaker school in Long Island for kids ages three years through twelfth grade.

Recently named the top K-12 private school in Nassau County by Niche.com, Friends Academy is a Quaker independent college prep school for kids ages three years through twelfth grade.

With a driving mission based on the principles of "simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equity, and service," Friends is deeply committed to developing and supporting a diverse community where every student is recognized as an individual with their own unique gifts, talents, needs, and purpose.

Read on to learn more about Friends' beautiful campus, state-of-the-art facilities, top-notch faculty, and personalized curriculum. You can also sign up for an upcoming virtual open house here.

Create a Virtual Haunted House at Home this Halloween with Netflix

Submitted by Jessica Laird on Tue, 10/27/2020 - 1:04am

Together with Snapchat, Netflix is using a touch of technology to help turn your home into a lively (and not too scary) haunted house

Yes, Halloween is likely to look a little different this year across much of the country, but there are so many ways to bring the spooky family fun home—and Netflix is on it. Together with Snapchat, Netflix is using a touch of technology to help turn your home into a lively (and not too scary) haunted house filled with surprises for you and your kiddos.

The Beacon Brings Waterfront Condos with Luxurious Amenities to Long Island

Submitted by Jessica Laird on Sat, 10/10/2020 - 12:30pm

The Beacon at Garvies Point sits on 56 waterfront acres of the Gold Coast of Long Island.

Located on 56 Instagram-worthy waterfront acres of Long Island’s Gold Coast, The Beacon at Garvies Point is bringing totally luxurious condos to Glen Cove with amenities that rival a five-star hotel. From the super sleek game room and seasonal outdoor heated pool to the spacious light-filled residences, families will fall hard for this little piece of North Shore paradise nestled in a dynamic new resort-style neighborhood. Oh, and for moms and dads who need to get to NYC, a future high-speed ferry service operated by the city of Glen Cove will cut the trip to Manhattan down to under an hour.

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