Understanding Children: Creating and Enhancing Learning EnvironmentsJoin a community of online learners. We all benefit from community and connection. 2020 has made remote learning and […]
Broadview Cooperative Preschool Teacher Position
Preschool Teacher Opening at Broadview Co-op Preschool Broadview Co-op Preschool seeks a nurturing, motivated, and creative teacher to join our cooperative preschool community to lead our […]
Parent Impostor Syndrome
Do you ever feel like you do not know what you’re doing with your kids? Do you feel like you do not have enough patience? Do you feel like you are not as good as the other parents? Do you feel like you are supposed to enjoy being a parent all the time but you are not? Do you feel like you are an impostor when you are serving on the board? Do you ever worry that you are not the best co-op parent or that you do not know how to be a co-op parent? Have you had any of these feelings?
Articulating our Family Values
For me, questions like these conjure up memories of workplace retreats, trust falls, and “yay team” sorts of motivational talks. They are the types of guiding questions that formal groups- nonprofits, corporations, etc- may turn to as they seek to establish a shared vision. Interestingly, they are also the types of questions that an increasing number of families are asking themselves as they seek to jointly define their values and their expectations. […]
Protecting Routine During the Holiday Season
This time of year can be a lot of fun and very exciting for young children. It can also be challenging for parents as we try to strike a balance between holiday activities and bedtimes and routines.
Here a few different philosophies to help this busy season go more smoothly. Perhaps one will resonate with you or you might think of another option: […]
Building a More Thankful Family
Building a More Thankful Family By Katie Gruver, Co-Founder & Parent Educator at Positive Parenting Seattle Along with crunchy autumn leaves, pumpkin spice everything and […]
Spring into Fall!
Spring into Fall! Starting school (even co-op) can be a big challenge for many children. Here are some tips to get your year off to […]
March 2019 NSC Co-Ops Newsletter
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April PAC Newsletter
Our April PAC Newsletter is here and it includes an excellent article from Parent Education Instructor Rebecca Hoyt. Tuning into the Senses for Emotional Regulation Author: Rebecca […]
March PAC Newsletter
Our March PAC Newsletter is here and it includes an excellent article from Parent Education Instructor Mary Ann Abbott. The “Perks” and “Downsides” of Parenting Author: […]
February PAC Newsletter
Our February PAC Newsletter is here and it includes an excellent article from Parent Education Instructor Kristin Church. Helping Out Around the House Author: Kristin Church […]
January PAC Newsletter
Our January PAC Newsletter is here and it includes an excellent article from Parent Education Instructor Rebecca Hoyt. Raising an Action Verb: Allowing Your Children to […]
December PAC Newsletter
Our December PAC Newsletter is here and it includes an excellent article from Parent Educator Emily Bradley. “It Takes a Village” Author: Emily Bradley What should […]
November PAC Newsletter
Our November PAC Newsletter is here and it includes an excellent article from Parent Educator Erin Bernau. Kids and Media: Formulating a Family Plan Author: Erin […]