Lifestyle

Get Away: Kimpton’s The Forum Hotel

Heading down to Charlottesville? Stay in style at this new, Jeffersonian-style hotel on UVA's campus.

Why Is Private School Enrollment on the Rise?

Northern Virginia is known for its excellent public schools, but private school interest is ticking up. For some, Covid was a tipping point.

10 Essentials for ‘Raising a Kid Who Can’

Three mental health experts from McLean offer advice on managing anxiety, self-motivation and resilience in a new parenting book.

Take a Peek Inside the Inn at Little Washington

Patrick O'Connell's acclaimed inn has been a culinary destination for decades. The design also has a story to tell.

Easing Into Elementary School: Tips from a Principal

Routine, reassurance and relationships are the crucial three Rs, says Drew Elementary Principal Tracy Gaither.

12 Ways to Celebrate Your Pup on National Dog Day and Beyond

Area parks, restaurants and sidewalks are all going to the dogs as Northern Virginia celebrates cute canines in the coming weeks.

Navigating Middle School: A Teacher’s Advice

Middle school is a time to develop self-advocacy skills and to make mistakes you can learn from, says APS science teacher Katie Willet.

Where Arlington’s Class of 2023 Applied to College and Got In

Here are the numbers, as reported by graduating seniors.
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Navigating High School: A Teacher’s Advice

Mastering time management is key to finding your A game in grades 9-12, says W-L math teacher Leonda Archer.

Get Away: Great Wolf Lodge Maryland

The kid fun includes a massive indoor water park, arcades, mini golf, a ropes course, live action games, treasure hunts and more.

Get Away: Hotel Bethany Beach

Need a beach weekend? This freshly renovated Delaware shore hotel is pet- and kid-friendly.

Arlington Teen Launches Mental Health Nonprofit

Free2Talk connects Virginia youth with financial assistance and access to much-needed therapy providers.