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Features
Anchor Mom
“CBS This Morning” co-host Norah O’Donnell reports live on journalism, early-rising, and being a mom-of-three
Class-ic Favorites
Our annual guide to fall classes—for kids of all ages, from tots to tweens—is proof that there’s tons of fun & learning to be had outside the classroom. Plus, new offerings from musician Laurie Berkner
Supply & Demand
Set your students up for success with a guide to savvy school supplies from New York Family and KidzVuz
Gaining Admission
As private school and nursery school applications come due, here’s what to think about
The Craft Of Teaching
The case for making teacher education the priority for improving America’s schools
Family Fun Guide
10 Great Events For September
Wave Hill Honey Weekend, Central Park Horse Show, Queens County Fair, and more
National Treasure
Explore the rich history of the Roosevelts with documentarian (and dad) Ken Burns’ local picks
Columns
Editor’s Note
A song for a new season
Events & Offers
Admissions trends and advice for back-to-school, Blackboard Awards for Schools and Principals nominations, and parent hero nominations
It’s My Party
Birthdays at Make Meaning, Sports Club/LA, and Temple Israel with Simply Sports
Scoop
Do-gooder diaper bags, the ultimate shopping app for parents, a new school downtown, a cool educational TV show, and the gift of reading
Lysst
Send your students back to school in fine fashion with our style syllabus for fall
Treats
Hit your stride with our fab fall footwear picks for kids
Starting Out
With a focus on early learning and child development, Explore+Discover plans to be a daycare center like no other
Parent In Profile
As she celebrates 20 years of her eponymous kids’ salons, Cozy Friedman takes her brand to the next level with her new and improved line of signature hair care products
A Special Place
At the popular Kids at Art, children learn the joys and challenges of creativity and other life lessons
A Good Idea
York Avenue Preschool doubles down on their educational offerings
Education
Many parents—locally and globally—turn to The School Choice Group to help find the right educational setting for their child. Plus, learn about a great scholarship for passionate young learners
The Last Word
When his young space-obsessed son expresses concern about the future of our galaxy, the author wonders what, if anything, to do about it