Parenting - Arlington Magazine

Learning the Hard Way

Is our educational system biased against boys?

Handle with Care

From helicopter moms to snowplow dads, we are more involved in our kids’ lives than ever before. Are we better parents than our parents were? Or have we gone too far?

Letting Go

We want to protect our kids from pain, disappointment and loss. But sometimes we shouldn’t.

College Can Wait

Many local high school grads are taking a break before heading to college. But they aren’t sitting on the couch watching TV.

The Sound of Silence

When our son stopped speaking, we found new ways to listen.

The Waiting Game

Some parents see postponing kindergarten an extra year as a lifesaver for their kids. Other parents view the practice as unfair. Who is right?

Going Public

Arlington’s public school system offers a wealth of options for students, but navigating the choices can be dizzying. Here are some pointers.

Crowd Control

Arlington’s public schools are running out of room. Will the school board’s $474 million plan solve the space crunch fast enough?

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Lessons Learned

Kids aren’t the only ones who learn something new every day. Six veteran educators share their best takeaways.

Old School

Some families revere ATS as the holy grail of magnet schools. One local parent sought to find out why.

Parents Gone Wild

When Mom and Dad lose their cool on the sidelines, no one wins.

Girl Trouble

A teen girl armed with a cellphone and a grudge can wreak havoc with devastating consequences. Many local families have the scars to prove it.