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Flu Season and the COVID-19 Pandemic
The arrival of the fall and winter months signals many things, including the beginning of flu season. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), flu activity peaks between December and February. This means that the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t the...
How to Talk to Children About Returning to School During the Pandemic
While children may not understand the full scope of the COVID-19 pandemic, they do know that the world is different. In many cases, they left school in March or April to continue learning virtually—and many finished their school years from home. As schools welcomed...
Housekeeper & Nanny Spotlight
One of the benefits of children being in school and not in the home is that it takes a little longer to make the house a mess. But with shortened in-person schedules and many kids learning remotely, chances are your home needs more regular cleanings. Well, you're in...
What’s The Right Way to Set Up a Learning Pod?
Schools have opened for remote learning, but one local district has already shut down for in-person education and others could follow. Many parents are looking at hiring in-home teachers for learning pods or microschools, and if that's a viable option for you, you'll...
How to Help Kids Safely Use Online Technology
Since the pandemic began, people are spending more time online, including children, especially with remote learning going on in schools across the country. The following newsletter article from Sans.org discusses internet security for kids, and how parents and...
After-School Tutor Spotlight
With school schedules still unclear and many parents concerned about safety, an after-school tutor might be what you're looking for. And we can help! We'd like to introduce you to our new in-home teacher. Meet Jonathan Jonathan is available as an after-school tutor...
What are Learning Pods and Microschools?
Schools are planning to open next month, but parents are trying to balance the desire for their children to be in school with their health and safety. Many families are looking at hiring private teachers to create learning pods and microschools. Our payroll partner,...
How to Clean and Disinfect Homes Amid COVID-19
Whether you will have a caregiver or in-home educator coming to your home, or your kids will be going to school and returning with germs, it's more important than ever to keep your home clean. This article compiles expert guidance from the Centers for Disease Control...
In-Home Teacher Spotlight
With some parents wary of sending their children to school or daycares this fall, many may choose to have them learn at home. If you're looking for help with child care for the back-to-school season, we'd like to introduce you to a fabulous in-home teacher! Meet Laura...