Category Archives: education

Posted on July 18, 2021 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

Children want to be seen as the most special by their parents, so they’re “always going to push for preferential treatment,” over their siblings, Vivona said.  Having grown up with four younger brothers, I see this as underlining some universal … Continue reading →

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Reading with a child can lead to new understanding… for both of you.

Posted on July 16, 2021 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

This is a great reminder of how parents can change the conversation and endorse reading… Reading it aloud has done something to us. Teddy and I take turns, alternating pages. I listen to his voice and he listens to mine. … Continue reading →

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NY Times: How to Celebrate Earth Day with some terrific picture books…

Posted on April 19, 2021 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!
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The beauty of reading aloud to your child at any age…

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!
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60 years ago today, Ruby Bridges proved a first grader can change the world!

Posted on November 14, 2020 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/14/us/ruby-bridges-desegregation-60-years-trnd/index.html “I think it’s fair to say that if it wasn’t for you guys, I wouldn’t be here today,” then President Barack Obama told Bridges during her visit, according to the White House archives.

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Families, pandemic, stress

Posted on November 5, 2020 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!
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It’s Hard to Be a Quaranteen, NYTimes Parenting

Posted on October 28, 2020 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

The author shares perspective and insights for parents of teens. Almost 50 percent of teens said their mental health is much worse or somewhat worse than it was pre-pandemic. 

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When personal and professional and home life collide…

Posted on September 7, 2020 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

As a longtime believer in the power of bedtime routines, this really struck a chord with me. For some families, the bedtime routine will be the best place to start. Sleep is the foundation of everything, and if your child’s … Continue reading →

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Why Good Teachers Allow a child’s mind to wander, and wonder…

Posted on August 27, 2020 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

This article by Anders Schinkel is the perfect intersection of science and our While Child Philosophy at Seven Hills. https://psyche.co/ideas/why-good-teachers-allow-a-childs-mind-to-wander-and-wonder?fbclid=IwAR2sahspxH0AWC-OWYdcv2HodnAzv20txe26660PL_zcpGNN67VJs7L78Ks

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John Lewis and a legacy for us all.

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

Our mission at Seven Hills calls us to develop the intellect, engage the spirit and foster respect for and responsibility to our world. This is a roadmap for all of us! Though I may not be here with you, I … Continue reading →

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