February 2021 Digital Issue
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From our friends at Opal Beginning School Opal School is grounded in the belief that education opens opportunities for all children to participate fully in creating and shaping their own lives and to contribute fully to the quality of life around them. Applications for Opal Beginning School, a tuition-based, early childhood learning community for 3-5-year-olds …
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By Portland Children’s Museum This article originally appeared in Museum@Home, Portland Children’s Museum’s biweekly email of early childhood resources for caregivers during the pandemic and beyond! Subscribe today for curated @Home Experiences, reading collections, and social-emotional support delivered right to your inbox. Catch-up or revisit past email issues, and share your @Home creations on social …
It’s important to get your child’s vaccinations by February 17, 2021. That’s the state’s deadline for children to get vaccinated so they can continue to attend school, in person or online.
The Xfinity App has a robust selection of features to limit access to harmful websites and limit screen time. It’s also great way to start the conversation about internet safety.
Whether you want to take advantage of the winter weather, or snuggle down for some cozy fun, there is lots to do in Portland during the winter with kids.
Here are some ideas for fun, easy activities your kids can do outside —with or without you.
From our friends at St. Rose School DISCOVER THE LITTLE SCHOOL WHERE BIG THINGS HAPPEN Since 1913, St. Rose School has helped raise saints and scholars in a small community centered on Catholic faith and values. We provide a comprehensive pre-k through eighth grade education that includes art, music, PE and much more, helping to …
Now that the big day is past, you’re probably wondering what to do with the tree.
In their quest for the best education possible for their children, parents may find ratings services to be a good way to quickly judge a school.
The first-ever PDX Parent City Guide is here! Get an in-depth look at neighborhoods from across the quadrants.
By Pediatricians Beth Links Torwekar, M.D. with Randall Children’s Hospital and Deidré Burton, M.D. with Metropolitan Pediatrics The realities for children now are challenging. The lack of connection and interaction with teachers, teammates, friends and family has increased emotional stress and feelings of isolation. Children are grieving the loss of milestones (birthdays, graduations, anniversaries), celebrations, …
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Your guide to find all that sparkles and glows this holiday season.
Read practical tips from Portland pediatricians to help your kids manage stress and find joy during these challenging times.
From our friends at OnPoint Community Credit Union The holidays are upon us, and it’s a busier time than ever for parents as we do our best to make the holidays special amidst unprecedented challenges. If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that we must prepare for the unknowns ahead, and one of the best ways …
Xfinity has made it easier than ever to monitor your child’s internet usage.
Sometimes snoring is a clue that sleep isn’t as good as we need it to be.
Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super-fun interactive online robot-building classes for kids.
Enter to win a ticket for your family to see the Cinnamon Bear Holiday Show at Oaks Park!
Here are some ways you can meet Santa, including socially distant and virtual options.
Kick off your holiday season by finding the perfect tree at one of these local farms.
Don’t miss this special outdoors, socially-distanced holiday event!
Children can have a blast on even the coldest and rainiest days!
This fun winter craft from Yellow Scope science kits also demonstrates a scientific concept to your kids.
From our friends at Xfinity Learn about how the Xfinity App can help manage screen time, keep your family safe on the internet, and start important conversations about online safety, privacy and security. Parent Hacks: Parental Controls Xfinity has made it easier than ever to monitor your child’s internet usage. In the age of virtual …
You can easily keep tabs on daily screen time with the Xfinity App.