Yearly Archives:2014

Raising Independent Children

November 12, 2014

The term Helicopter Parent, a parenting style of hovering over our children and swooping in at the first sign of struggle, is so widely recognized that it can be found in the dictionary. Dr. Ann Dunnewold Ph.D., a licensed psychologist and author,...

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Activities to do on days off from School

November 5, 2014

The month of November brings shorter days, colder weather and a kid’s favorite…days off from school. With Election Day, Veterans Day, Parent Teacher Conferences, and Thanksgiving, there are many unscheduled days that need to be filled with...

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Teamwork

October 29, 2014

Teamwork is an important component of the camp experience. Every day, campers join together in a variety of activities and events, working cooperatively towards a common goal. Teamwork is a highly social activity and gives campers a sense of...

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“Be Nice”

October 22, 2014

I love reading, and how a good book can transport you to another place and time, give you insight into different cultures, and open your mind to new ways of thinking. A good book can move you to make positive changes you did not think possible. To me, a good...

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Parenting & Summer Camp

October 8, 2014

Parenting is most definitely the hardest job out there. It requires patience, empathy, organization, leadership, conflict resolution, and time…lots and lots of time. Parenting involves a physical and emotional endurance that makes us...

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