The Big Book Of Education 2021-22

Everything you need to make the best choices for your kids: preschool through high school

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FEATURES 06 Self-Love Journal Worksheet 07 Journaling for Kids 08 School Lessons Learned in the Pandemic 17 Heat Stroke 19 Homework Help 25 Screentime 27 Student Support Services 30 Visit Historic Annapolis 35 STEAM Activities

DIRECTORIES 12 Preschool Directory 20 Private School Directory

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER try journaling, if they have a hard time expressing their feelings to you. You’ll find all of these tips in this edition of the BIG Book of Education.

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Write it Out— Journaling for Kids Writing in a journal can help kids calm thoughts and understand their emotions.

the one who will be using it.

When choosing a journal, the first choice is whether you want a blank space to fill of your own volition, or if you’d rather have guides and prompts. Blank page journals come in various sizes, styles, themes and colors. When choosing a blank page journal it comes down to picking one that just feels right.

As far as guided journaling, there are varieties for all interests including art, nature, gratitude, goal setting, empowerment, devotional, and creative thinking.

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is something we all strive for. But getting our children to openly express and identify their emotions can be easier said than done.

Everyone can benefit from having an emotional outlet, or a place to release their innermost thoughts. Even for adults it’s difficult to express out loud the emotions we have. For many people, that changes once we put a pen to paper.

Try These Journals • Creative Writing journal Spark your kid’s creative side with Drip, Drop and Drizzle, written by local educator Mary Ostrowski.

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• Nature journals offer opportunities to explore the natural world.

• Science journal with writing, drawing, and creative think prompts that are science focused.

• Gratitude journal offering ways for kids to reflect on the good things in life.

• Parent Child journals offer opportunities for child and caregiver to connect.

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Decluttering a Child’s Mind A child’s brain can be a busy place. Journaling can help corral

self reflection.

these thoughts and put them into a more organized format for easier exploration which can help regain a sense of control.

Journaling can also be an effective means of communication between child and caregiver. Kids and their grownups can write back and forth in a journal to help understand how the other is feeling.

Writing can also enhance creativity and hone in on critical thinking skills. In an era so focused on tech and keeping things digital, sometimes a good old fashioned pen and paper is just the thing we need to reconnect with ourselves. It can also be a great way to keep track of tasks and set goals or monitor progress.

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e are a community of learners, athletes and artists where all students are encouraged to become thoughtful, well-rounded individuals. Tenacious mathematicians can take college-level courses, such as Calculus 2/3, and explore their playwriting talents at the same time. Championship-winning athletes can call our 70-acre athletic park home while also learning about the beauty and artistry of cells in our interdisciplinary classrooms. Key School is constantly evolving programming to best prepare the next generation of leaders and innovators. Come see why Key is one of the most sought-after educations in Maryland.

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e are a community of learners, athletes and artists where all students are encouraged to become thoughtful, wellrounded individuals. Tenacious mathematicians can take collegelevel courses, such as Calculus 2/3, and explore their playwriting talents at the same time.

Championship-winning athletes can call our 70-acre athletic park home while also learning about the beauty and artistry of cells in our interdisciplinary classrooms.

Key School is constantly evolving programming to best prepare the next generation of leaders and innovators. Come see why Key is one of the most sought-after educations in Maryland, why over 80% of recent graduates earned merit scholarships to college, and why 90% were accepted to one of their top choice colleges.

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BACK TO SCHOOL WITH A NEW PERSPECTIVE:

Lessons Learned from Pandemic Education

By Laura Boycourt

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fter a dizzying 15-plus academic months of shifting guidance and learning modalities, hopes are high that the 2021-2022 school year will offer some sense of normalcy for students, teachers, and parents. Moving into the new year, some area schools are eager to employ the lessons they learned during the most challenging of times to create a better school experience. Here’s what they have to say.

Challenges Aplenty During a Difficult Year For the young students at Weems Creek Nursery School in Annapolis, Director Mary Ostrowski says last year was especially tricky.

“The biggest challenges we faced were logistic ones: washing hands, wearing masks, rotating toys, or not sharing supplies in an environment where the very way students learn new things is by touching and tasting and where they have yet to understand just what the term ‘personal space’ means.”

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Anne Arundel County Public Schools Principal Rachel Amstutz says that in addition to constant changes in scheduling and learning modes, the emotional and mental impact was significant for school communities.

“I think one of the biggest challenges that we have not yet really understood fully is the impact of the past two years on everyone—faculty, students, and families—in terms of the social, emotional, and trauma impacts,” she says. “We’ve collectively experienced a lot in the past two years and as we prepare to return to ‘normal’ I think we will need to pay close attention to this. So many students and families (and staff members) experienced loss, struggle, grief, stress, and broadly trauma in many ways. We need to prepare to support everyone as we return.”

Another substantial challenge —one that’s on plenty of minds—is how to assess and best serve students after a turbulent period of learning.

Amstutz says principals are now facing “the academic impacts of the two unusual school years with condensed curriculum, teaching and learning both online and in hybrid models, the challenges in assessing students, providing individualized instruction and services, and meeting students where they are to ensure they get what they need.”

Lessons Learned

At Indian Creek School, reducing the size of classes and gatherings worked well and eventually afforded the community the opportunity to offer larger events such as athletic contests and in-person graduation, say Jen Malachowski (Head of Lower School), Matt McCormick (Head of Middle School), Eliza McLaren (Head of Upper School), and Sarah Allen (Director of Curriculum and Instruction).

“These measures allowed the school to run an in-person program with extra-curricular opportunities for connections between students in a way that was healthy and safe— physically and emotionally—for all students,” they explain.

The ICS team also found that the year’s experience reinforced just how crucial learning in person is.

“We believe – more than ever – that there is no replacement for the magic of students and teachers learning together faceto-face.”

For Ostrowski, the pandemic inspired a renewed focus on the wonder of learning and the special dynamic between students and teachers.

“Interestingly, many of the restrictions brought on by COVID brought us back to the very basics of preschool education.

Where we couldn’t invite visitors into our classrooms or go on field trips, we ended up focusing more than ever on the teaching and learning happening inside of our classrooms.

The result was beautiful.”

“COVID restrictions required us to create a bubble inside our building that focused wholly on our students, hardly even allowing us to invite parents inside during the day,” continues

Ostrowski. “While this was hard, the lack of any outside stimulation resulted in an extra special sort of camaraderie and sense of calm within our school building. It was a good reminder that field trips and other events add value to children’s learning - but the true magic of the preschool experience is what happens each day inside the classroom between children and their teachers and between the children themselves.”

Moving Into the New School Year...and Beyond

As the academic year gets underway, Indian Creek School says it will continue to prioritize social and emotional learning throughout the entire school.

“Although we’ve always put a bit of a premium on socialemotional learning, we hyper-focused on it during the pandemic and will continue to do so. Belonging, safety, social emotional well-being are crucial and critical to learning.”

The school will also take advantage of the outdoors, as it did last year.

“Faculty will continue to incorporate the outdoors and physical movement into instruction for all grade levels. The pandemic also reminded us of the importance of time for unstructured outside opportunities for students of all ages.”

Benjamin Tuck, a teacher in Anne Arundel County, hopes that as they begin the year, school communities will look forward, not back.

“People are going to focus on ‘lost learning.’ That’s a deficit mentality which isn’t productive,” he says. “We need to help children do their best. Make the children, their growth, as well as developing academic and practical skills a top priority.”

Tuck acknowledges the immense toll the past 15 months has taken on everyone involved but wants to see a safe return to the heart of education.

“We need to keep families and our communities safe.

Last year was grueling for parents, teachers, and students. I sincerely hope we can bring curiosity, discovery, and joy back to learning.”

For Amstutz, the past year has presented an opportunity for schools to truly embrace technology as a teaching tool going forward.

“In many ways, the pandemic propelled us forward much faster than we were on track to go with instruction and instructional technology. I hope these instructional changes stick and improve because we can differentiate and target student learning in much more powerful ways when we harness the power of technology in our classrooms and learning processes,” she says.

As students head back into the classroom this fall, school communities should seek to “re-norm” what the educational experience looks like for all students, Amstutz says.

“We must seize this ‘return to normal’ opportunity to make lasting changes to the culture and environment in schools to prioritize teaching and learning and ensure that schools are safe, welcoming, and inclusive for all.”

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here’s never been a better time to do research and find that perfect preschool for your child. Read on to our Preschool Directory, a comprehensive list of area schools with information provided by the schools. Schools with descriptions are advertisers. Find additional information about the schools including class size, financial aid, foreign language offerings and more, online at ChesapeakeFamily.com/preschools. Only preschool programs are listed here. Programs that start at Kindergarten or higher are listed in our Private School Directory (page 20) and at ChesapeakeFamily.com/ privateschools.

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ANNE ARUNDEL A Giants Preschool Edgewater, 443-764-1217 agiantspreschool.com 6 weeks–4 years

Anchors-A-Wee Preschool Annapolis, 410-757-6556 aawpreschool.com 2 years–Pre-K

Arundel Christian School Hanover, 410-859-8573 arundelchristianschool.org Infants-12th grade

Asbury Community Christian Preschool and Clubhouse Arnold, 410-757-7113 asburychristianpreschool.org 2 years–6th grade

Bay Country Learning Center

Beth Shalom Preschool Arnold, 410-757-0552 annapolistemple.org 2 years–PreK

Bright Beginning Children’s Learning Center Crownsville (license #130684), 410-923-3192 Glen Burnie (license #160256), 410-768-4526 bright-beginning.com 2 years–PreK-4 Tuition: Please call Bright Beginning provides quality early education that exceeds MSDE standards and guidelines, offering full- and part-time care for children ages 2-5. We provide a curriculum that promotes fine and gross motor skills, cognitive development and social-emotional well-being for every child.

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Calvary Baptist Church Academy Glen Burnie, 410-768-5324 cbcaknights.org 3 years–12th grade

Calvary Center School Annapolis, 410-268-3812

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Severna Park, 410-544-2476 edinboroearlyschool.org 2 years–Kindergarten Before & after care Tuition: Varies Four-year degreed teachers implement MSDE approved curriculum.

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Crownsville, 410-849-5151 indiancreekschool.org PreK 3-12th grade Before & after care Tuition: Flexible tuition available; $15,200-$28,300/yr Indian Creek School is a private, co-educational, nonsectarian day school located on two campuses in Crownsville, Maryland. ICS is distinguished by its welcoming community, neuroscience-based approach to education, ample opportunities for extra-curricular involvement, differentiated teaching, innovative faculty, studentcentered culture and commitment to being a family school.

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Chesapeake Montessori School Annapolis, 410-757-4740 chesapeake-montessori.com 18 months–8th grade

Colonial Nursery School Annapolis, 410-266-8064 colonialnurseryschool.org 2 years–PreK-5

Community Christian Preschool Pasadena, 410-255-9250 ccpspasadena.org 2 years – PreK-4

Community United Methodist Child Care Crofton, 410-451-1010 cumcdc.com 3 years–PreK-4

Creative Beginnings Preschool Arnold, 410-647-9224 collegeparkwaybaptist.net/cbp 2 years–PreK-4

Creative Garden Nursery School and Kindergarten Crofton, 410-721-7711 creativegardenschools.com 2 years–Kindergarten

Crofton Children’s Centre Gambrills, 301-261-0599 croftonchildren.com 2 years–PreK-4

CrossRoads Child Development Center Davidsonville, 410-798-5790 crossroadscdc.com 2 years-PreK-4

Faith Baptist Child Development Center Glen Burnie, 410-761-9112 welcometo.faith/cdc 2 years–Kindergarten

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Edgewater, Mayo, 443-837-6001 joykidslearning.com 2 years–PreK-5

Severn, 410-987-6777 gpccn.org 6 weeks–PreK-5

Keenan Christian Learning Center

Granite Baptist School Glen Burnie, 410-761-1118 granitebaptistschool.org 3 years–12th grade

Grannie Annie’s Child Care & Learning Center Pasadena, 410-255-0478 granniecare.com Infants – 5th grade Before & after care Tuition: Please call Cozy Care, Quality Education. We have been providing child care for Pasadena’s families for over 17 years. MSDE approved curriculum for 3s and PreK. Before and after care, PreK through 5th grade, servicing Riviera Beach, Sunset and Solley. Also offers full-day, all summer camp. License #122871.

Pasadena, 410-544-3107 keenanchristianlearn.com 2 years–PreK-4

Key School Annapolis, 410-263-9231 keyschool.org 2.5 years–12th grade Before & after care Tuition Costs: $9,085-$31,050/yr Key School engages children in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory, day program on its picturesque 15-acre campus.

Key emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies and global perspectives. Key graduates are independent thinkers, creative innovators, effective collaborators, tenacious problem-solvers, and articulate leaders.

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Harundale Presbyterian Weekday School Glen Burnie, 410-766-4338 Myhpws.org 3 years – PreK

Heritage Learning Center Annapolis, 410-263-5153 preschoolannapolis.org 2 years-PreK-4

Kiddie Academy of Arnold Arnold, 410-315-7552 kiddieacademy.com/arnold Infants–5th grade

Kneseth Israel Preschool Annapolis 410-263-3924 x8 knesethisrael.org/pre-school.html 2 years–PreK-5

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Annapolis, 410-974-6700 baycountrylc.com Infants-PreK-4

calumc.org/ccs-about 3 years – PreK4 Tuition: Please call For over 40 years, each child at Calvary Center School is encouraged to grow socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically in a caring Christian environment.

Our preschool program offers flexible schedules with extended care options. Social studies, science, math, language arts, and art lessons are incorporated into daily activities and we provide Music Classes, Physical Education Classes and Chapel weekly.

London Towne Academy Edgewater 410-798-5128 londontowneacademy.org 3 years–Kindergarten

Nichols-Bethel United Methodist Preschool

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Annapolis, 410-757-7789 montessoriinternational.org 18 months–6th grade

Odenton, 410-674-2272 nicholsbethel.org/ministry/preschool/ 3 years–Pre-K

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Pasadena, 410-360-0292 magothycooperative.org 2 years–PreK-4

Pasadena, 4102552429 mtcarmelcdc.com 3 years-PreK

Odenton, 410-674-4031 odentondaynursery.com 2 years–Kindergarten

Mayo Nursery Preschool

Naval Academy Primary School

Pasadena Early Learning Center

Annapolis, 410-757-3090 napschool.org 3 years–5th grade Before & after care Tuition: $6,012-$11,682/yr NAPS is a warm nurturing environment that is open to military families and the Annapolis communities. We have small class sizes and an inviting school house that stimulates children’s abilities to grow and mature intellectually, physically, emotionally and socially.

Pasadena, 410-647-0006 pasadenaelc.wix.com/pelc 3 years–PreK-4

Edgewater, 410-798-6255 mayonurseryschool.com 3 years–PreK-4

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Montessori International Children’s House

Glen Burnie, 410-766-7130 msladeschool.com 2 years - 8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $3,440-$10,322/yr Our Mission: Rooted in Catholic faith and committed to academic excellence, Monsignor Slade Catholic School is dedicated to forming the whole child to know, love, and be disciples of Christ.

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Right Start Academy Gambrills, 410-923-7575 rightstartacademy.org 2 years–5 years

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Play and Learn Annapolis, 410-263-4029 Crownsville, 410-987-3312 playandlearnmaryland.org Infants to 5 years Play and Learn is a not for profit corporation providing quality childcare and education. Our programs are developmentally appropriate, focus on the whole child and his/ her physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs, and are largely guided by the interests

Edgewater, 410-266-0952 school.standrewsum.org 3 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition $9,395 - $13,675/yr Saint Andrew’s intentionally small classes allow our experienced faculty to provide an engaging classroom environment that challenges all students. Our integrated curriculum and educational foundation ensures continued academic success.

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Tuition: $8,685-$29,260/yr Severn School is a day school enrolling boys and girls in preschool through grade 12. The School strives to meet the needs of young learners as well as collegebound students while challenging them to realize personal excellence. Students are provided varied opportunities to demonstrate scholarship, leadership, citizenship, and sportsmanship.

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St. Anne’s School of Annapolis

Severna Park United Methodist Church Nursery School

Annapolis, 410-263-8650 st.annesschool.org 2 years–8th grade

Severna Park 410-987-8339 severnaparkumc.org/nurseryschool 3 years–PreK-4

South County Pre-Kindergarten Cooperative

St. Andrew by the Bay Preschool Annapolis, 410-974-1994 standrewbythebay.org 2 years–PreK-5

St. John the Evangelist School Severna Park, 410-647-2283 stjohnspschool.org 4 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $5,090 - $8,480/yr St. John the Evangelist School offers a stimulating, dynamic and challenging academic program in a nurturing environment. Our faculty have the knowledge, experience and love for teaching that

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St. Margaret’s Day School Annapolis 410-757-2333 stmargaretsdayschool.org 2 years–Kindergarten Before & after care Tuition: $2,350-$8,000/yr St. Margaret’s Day School provides children with an opportunity to learn about themselves and the world around them. The school exposes children to learning experiences and gives them ample opportunity to explore, experiment, create and feel successful.

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St. Martin’s-in-the-Field Episcopal School Severna Park 410-647-7055 stmartinsmd.org 3 years–8th grade

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Before & after care Tuition: $3,500-$13,500/yr We are an independent school educating students from early childhood to 8th grade. At St. Martin’s, we encourage students to stretch their thinking and discover their unique potential, while learning with confidence, serving with compassion, and leading with character.

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Tree of Life Preschool Annapolis 410-266-6006 kolshalomannapolis.org 3–5 years

Weems Creek Nursery School Annapolis 410-266-5522 weemscreeknurseryschool.com 2 years–PreK

Wesley Grove Pre-K Hanover 410-787-0745 wesleygrovehanover.org 2 years-PreK-4

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PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY

Davidsonville 410-798-5650 davidsonvilleprek.com 3 years–PreK-4

Annapolis, 410-573-2078 sschschool.org 3 years–PreK-4

guides and inspires every student.

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an independent, gender-inclusive, non-sectarian progressive Pre-K –12 school located on a 100-acre campus with the mission of supporting young people in becoming confident questioners and responsible citizens of the world.

Relay Children’s Center, Inc.

The Daisy Lane School at Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School

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Prince Frederick, 410-535-0687 busybeenursery.org 2 years–PreK-4

Calvert Nursery School Prince Frederick, 410-535-0577 calvertnurseryschool.com 3 years–PreK-4

BALTIMORE AREA Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools Baltimore, 410-547-5369 archbalt.org/schools 2 years–12th grade Before & after care Tuition: $1,340 - $21, 900/yr Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide a Christ-centered education that is academically excellent and empowers students to reach their full potential – spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and morally. Almost 24,000 students attend Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, which include 40 elementary and middle schools, 18 high schools, and 1 early learning center, located in Baltimore City, Allegany, Anne

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Bryn Mawr Little School Baltimore, 410-323-8826 brynmawrschool.org 2 months–Kindergarten

Friends School of Baltimore Baltimore, 410-649-3211 friendsbalt.org 4 years–12th grade

HASA | Gateway School Baltimore, 410-318-6780 hasa.org 2 years–8th grade

The Park School of Baltimore Baltimore, 410-339-7070 parkschool.net Pre-K – 12th grade Before & after care Tuition: $19,210-$34,730/yr The Park School of Baltimore is

Columbia, 410-740-2999 joyinlearningchildcare.com Infants–PreK-5

Roland Park Country School

Busy Bee Nursery

Severna Park, 410-647-9168 woodscdc.org 2 years–PreK-4

Joy in Learning

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY

CALVERT COUNTY

Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, Howard and Washington Counties.

Laurel, 301-498-0604 juliabrownschools.com 18 months–3rd grade

Baltimore, 410-247-2811 relaychildrenscenter.net 2 years – 5th grade

Baltimore, 410-323-5500 rpsc.org 3 years–12th grade

Woods Child Development Center

Julia Brown School

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Leal Angels Bilingual Child Development Bowie, 301-850-4934 lealangels.com, 2 years–PreK-

St. Matthew’s Early Education Center Bowie, 301-464-1813 stmatthewseec.org 2 years-Kindergarten

Dawns Early Light Preschool

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Dunkirk, 301-855-6300 dawnsearlylight.net 2 years–5th grade

Christ Episcopal Church Day School

Imagine Nations Early Learning Center Owings, 410-286-3300 imaginenationselc.com 2 years–PreK-4

Noah’s Ark Learning Center Inc. Huntingtown, 4104145084 noahsarklearningcenter.com Infants–5 years

Stevensville, 410-643-8248 cecds.org, 3 years–Pre-K

Little Lamb Preschool Grasonville, 410-827-6022 wyebiblechurch.com 2 years-Kindergarten

Kiddie Academy of Kent Island

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Stevensville, 410-643-3932 educationaldaycare.kiddieacademy.com 2 years–PreK-4

Chapelgate Preschool

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Marriottsville, 410-442-5663 chapelgate.org 2 years–PreK-4

Christ Church Day School

Columbia Academy Columbia, Ellicott City, Fulton columbiaacademy.com 410-992-0484

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Easton, 410-822-2677 christchurchdayschool.org 2 years–PreK 4 For the complete Preschool Directory visit us online at ChesapeakeFamily.com.

Heat Stroke

Recognize and Prevent Heat Related Illness

child Tuesday morning to an emergency liver transplant Friday

Keeping young athletes safe

CFL: What is heat illness and who should be worried about it?

RW: Exertional heat stroke does not discriminate against

by Janet Jefferson

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morning?”

“We never want to have another family feeling anguish and pain that we felt from this 100% preventable injury. We’ve been trying to make a difference in keeping his legacy alive by keeping others safe,” says McNair.

anyone. Our focus has been exertional heat stroke in sport related conditions, but it happens in the military and in other areas.

Among US high school athletes, heat illness is the third leading cause of death. Many athletes, coaches, and parents are completely unaware of the dangers of heat illness. As highschool and college athletes train and

compete during the hottest time of the year this invisible threat looms.

The Jordan McNair Foundation’s mission is to promote awareness and education around the prevention of heat related injuries, and to diminish the deaths of heat related tragedies. Chesapeake Family spoke with Marty McNair (MM), founder and father of the Jordan McNair Foundation and Dr. Rod Walters (RW) of the foundation’s medical advisory board.

McNair states, “We started the foundation in June of 2018 after our son Jordan, a football player at the University of Maryland, passed away from complications of a heat related injury. We had so many questions when Jordan was injured and then as he fought for his life for two weeks in the hospital. But one of our biggest questions was, what happened and how do we go from a healthy

Jordan’s incident occurred after a break from school during team conditioning. We know the prevalence of exertional heat stroke occurs in individuals that are not at an appropriate level of conditioning, or they’re not acclimatized to the environment.

The classic two criteria that show you that you have a heat stroke are a mental status change [that can manifest as confusion or aggression], and an elevated core temperature that is above 104 degrees. It’s so important to recognize those signs because if we can [identify] that person within 30 minutes of the onset of those symptoms, we can revert those findings. But if it goes on then you have morbidity and mortality.

CFL: Do you see this just as frequently in young kids as you do in adults?

RW: Korey Stringer [offensive tackle of the Minnesota Vikings] died 20 years ago and since that time, the NFL has really stepped up their game and they’ve changed their protocols and they’ve not had another heat related illness, but we have four or five of these

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a year in college and many more in high school. This shouldn’t be happening.

CFL: What are some recommendations that you would give to people, whether to parents, or coaches, or even students themselves that they can keep in mind and prevent these injuries?

RW: I think in youth sports, it’s very important that coaches

understand the warning signs. And they have an understanding of both the cause and the prevention of heat stroke. It’s not just about treatment, but prevention. Not many things in sports medicine are a hundred percent preventable. It is also critical to have a plan in the event of an incident.

I think there’s a difference in care for recreation sports and versus collegiate sports and professional sport, because collegiate and professional sports have healthcare providers and certified athletic trainers. [In recreation sports and highschool,] we have to make sure that we don’t get these kids in trouble.

CFL: Because the support staff isn’t there to help, you’re just relying on parents or maybe a coach that doesn’t have a ton of medical training, which makes it extra concerning. When you say cool someone down, what does that mean?

RW: We want them in a cold water immersion, 55 degrees.

The water needs to be circulated. The only true gold standard for cooling a person is getting them in a tub. And what’s really sad is when these people have had exertional heat strokes and there’s been a tub right beside them and they didn’t utilize it. So I teach people recognition, assessment, and treatment with rapid cooling, because that’s what’s going to save lives.

CFL: What do you recommend for a parent or a coach who doesn’t have access to something like a cold water tub?

MM: Can you imagine my thoughts when the first time I started looking at cold water tubs to donate to programs and I saw 150 gallon cold water tub for $139. So can you imagine what my thought process was? Would Jordan still be here if this piece of safety equipment was there. As parents, one of the main things you have to know is the value of the safety equipment. You can’t have a cold water tub on the field and not utilize it. People don’t understand the value of [a tub] so preventive education is key.

[Also,] if your child tells you that they don’t feel well, don’t take this for granted. I would rather run on the field a hundred times, just in regards to the safety of a child, as opposed to something [bad] happening.

Our main goal really is to educate parents and coaches. I can’t emphasize that enough because that’s where it starts. If I had been more educated, I could have educated Jordan more to protect himself and notice signs and symptoms, or just overall, if he didn’t feel comfortable doing something that a coach asked him to do, don’t do it. I think that starts at home more than anywhere else.

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Homework Help Advice, tips and tricks for success

by Laura Boycourt

Young students “learn best from repetitive, modeled behavior,” says McIntosh. Parents should show kids what it means to settle in and turn their attention to their work. She says this includes turning off the television, taking away distractions, and setting ground rules.

Although they may not have much in the way of nightly homework, McIntosh stresses the importance of reading for younger students. “Even if there’s no homework given, definitely read 20 minutes a day with kids,” she says, citing research that shows the impact reading can have on a child’s vocabulary development and knowledge of the world.

Limiting distractions is big in Rivas’s book, too. “If you can see your phone, even if it’s turned off, it is distracting you,” he says.

Rivas also thinks older students should take breaks, whether or not they think they need them. Powering through is not a good idea, he says, and don’t stay up super late. “The demands of a high school schedule make it impossible to be a

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night owl.”

Parents can help students develop good learning habits by ome kids breeze through their homework while others complain and fight every night to get their assignments done. After talking to a few study skill experts here are a few tips.

encouraging and modeling the right kind of homework behaviors and being a motivator, says Duke’s Dr. Cooper. “Homework provides a great opportunity for you to tell your child how important school is. Be positive about homework. The attitude you express about homework will be the attitude your child acquires.”

When to Do Homework

He also explains that letting children see parents in the learning

One of the biggest homework questions of all is when a child should hit the books. It just depends on the individual student.

Kathy McIntosh, founder of Capital Learners, a tutoring service in the greater metro D.C. area, says that for students who are involved with sports or extracurricular activities, study time is variable; it’s all about figuring out when a student is most productive. “It really depends on what works for the kid,” she says, “what time they feel like they’re most alert, and also the time that they’re allowed to do homework” (based on time constraints from extra-curricular activities).

Kaitlin Gaj, director of the Baltimore-based Total Tutoring Services agrees. “Some students do well with coming straight home and immediately doing their homework while they are still in that ‘school frame of mind.’ Other families find that their children need to take a break and decompress before shifting into homework time. For these students, playing outside, having a snack or just having time to relax in their own home works well.”

For older students, when it comes to doing homework after dinner, Paul Rivas, founder of Smith Rivas Study Skills & Academic Coaching in Washington, D.C. recommends trying to avoid it, although it’s not always possible due to after-school commitments.

Ideally, students would get home, have a snack, clear their head and relax for a bit, then try to tackle it prior to the evening meal or

zone is also important. “Be a role model. When your child does homework, don’t sit and watch TV. If your child is reading, you read, too. If your child is doing math, balance your checkbook. Help your child see that the skills they are practicing are related to things you do as an adult,” Cooper explains.

Parental Involvement When is a helping hand justified? The experts say a gradual progression of independence is just the ticket. For young children, it’s okay for parents to hold a student’s hand through the early days of homework, then begin taking steps back and assisting if help is needed. “The ultimate goal is for kids to be independent learners,” McIntosh says.

For older students, parents can continue to offer support but should eventually be ready to step back.

“As they get into middle school,” says Gaj, “parents can assist their children in mapping out bigger and more long term projects and help them to develop good time management skills. In high school, parents can continue to provide a quiet study space and support, but let the student take the reins and have the responsibility to complete the assignments on their own.”

Students need an organized space to do their work.

Students should study in an area that’s free of noise,

within an hour before going to bed.

distractions and interruptions.

Good Homework Habits

workspace, and study in different areas of the house.

The experts say establishing good learning habits at home is key

Learn to be flexible, because your tests won’t be

Alternatively, kids might like to rotate their

for homework success, and setting a good example for students is at the top of the list.

administered in a comfortable room at home.

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PRIVATE SCHOOL DIRECTORY

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re you interested in learning more about private schools in the area? There are plenty to choose from and our Private School Directory is a great place to start gathering information. This Directory is a listing of area private and parochial schools. Schools with descriptions are advertisers and information in the listings is provided by the schools.

For more details on these school programs, such as class size, uniform requirements, and sports available, visit ChesapeakeFamily.com/ privateschools.

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ANNE ARUNDEL Annapolis Area Christian School Annapolis, Severn, 410-519-5300 aacsonline.org Kindergarten–12th grade

Archbishop Spalding High School Severn, 410-969-9105 archbishopspalding.org 9th grade–12th grade Tuition: $17,950/yr As a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory secondary school, we are committed to challenging our students to grow spiritually, academically, physically, and socially. The school community provides a caring environment that affirms the dignity of the individual and promotes learning.

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Book of Life Academy

Calvary Baptist Church Academy

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Key School Annapolis, 410-263-9231 keyschool.org 2.5 years–12th grade Before & after care Tuition Costs: $9,085-$31,050/yr Key School engages children in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory, day program on its picturesque 15-acre campus. Key emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies and global perspectives. Key graduates are independent thinkers, creative innovators, effective collaborators, tenacious problemsolvers, and articulate leaders.

Glen Burnie, 410-768-5324 cbcaknights.org 3 years–12th grade

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Chesapeake Montessori School

Glen Burnie, 410-766-7130 msladeschool.com 2 years - 8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $3,440-$10,322/yr Our Mission: Rooted in Catholic faith and committed to academic excellence, Monsignor Slade Catholic School is dedicated to forming the whole child to know, love, and be disciples of Christ.

Annapolis, 410-757-4740 chesapeake-montessori.com 18 months–8th grade

Edinboro Early School Severna Park, 410-544-2476 edinboroearlyschool.org 2 years–Kindergarten Before & after care, Tuition: Varies Four-year degreed teachers implement MSDE approved curriculum.

Structured programs include language arts, math, music, science, art and social studies. Child Care Aware (military) approved.

Playground time, homework help, snack, crafts and games in a safe, nurturing environment.

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Indian Creek School Crownsville, 410-849-5151 indiancreekschool.org PreK 3-12th grade

Monsignor Slade Catholic School

ronment that is open to military families and the Annapolis communities. We have small class sizes and an inviting school house that stimulates children’s abilities to grow and mature intellectually, physically, emotionally and socially.

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Rockbridge Academy Crownsville, 410-923-1171 rockbridgeacademy.org 5 years–12th grade Before & after care Tuition: $7,100 - $15,690 Rockbridge Academy is a K-12 classical Christian school located in Anne Arundel County serving Annapolis, Baltimore, and Washington, DC, areas. A 25-year tradition of academic excellence using the classical method, combined with a loving, Christian environment, creates self-motivated lifelong learners who pursue truth, beauty, and goodness as they are taught to be socially graceful and spiritually gracious. See our ad on page 33

Annapolis, 410-757-7789 montessoriinternational.org 18 months–6th grade

Naval Academy Primary School Annapolis, 410-757-3090 napschool.org, 3 years–5th grade Before & after care Tuition: $6,010-$11,682 NAPS is a warm nurturing envi-

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St. Anne’s School of Annapolis Annapolis, 410-263-8650 stannesschool.org 2 years–8th grade

St. John the Evangelist School Severna Park, 410-647-2283 stjohnspschool.org 4 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $5,090 - $8,480/yr Offers a stimulating, dynamic and challenging academic program in a nurturing environment. Our faculty have the knowledge, experience and love for teaching that guides and inspires every student.

Contact us today to see how we merge faith, technology and academics to create good citizens and future leaders.

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Saint Andrew’s Day School Edgewater, 410-266-0952 school.standrewsum.org 3 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition $9,395 - $13,675/yr Saint Andrew’s intentionally small classes allow our experienced faculty to provide an engaging classroom environment that challenges all students. Our integrated curriculum and educational foundation ensures continued academic success.

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St. Martin’s-in-the-Field Episcopal School Severna Park, 410-647-7055 stmartinsmd.org 3 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $3,500-$13,500/yr We are an independent school educating students from early childhood to 8th grade. At St. Martin’s, we encourage students to stretch their thinking and discover their unique potential, while learning with confidence, serving with compassion, and leading with character. See our ad on page 16

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lenging them to realize personal excellence. Students are provided varied opportunities to demonstrate scholarship, leadership, citizenship, and sportsmanship.

School of the Incarnation Gambrills, 410-519-2285 schooloftheincarnation.org 4 years–8th grade

Severn School Severna Park, 410-647-7700 severnschool.com 3 years–12th grade Before & after care Tuition: $8,685-$29,260/yr Severn School strives to meet the needs of young learners as well as college-bound students while chal-

St. Martin’s Lutheran School Annapolis, 410-269-1955 stmartinsonline.org 3 years–8th grade

St. Mary’s Elementary School Annapolis, 410-263-2869 stmarysannapolis.org PreK 4-8th grade

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Annapolis, 410-263-2600 bookoflifeacademy.com 2 years–5th grade

Before & after care Tuition: Flexible tuition available; $15,200-$28,300/yr ICS believes that education should be engaging and challenging.

Innovative teaching based on educational research combined with nurturing relationships and enrichment opportunities outside the classroom create a unique, remarkable Pre-K through 12th grade college preparatory experience.

St. Paul’s Lutheran School Glen Burnie, 410-766-5790 stpaulslutheranschoolgb.org 3 years–8th grade

St. Philip Neri Catholic School Linthicum, 410-859-1212 st.philip-neri.org 4 years–8th grade

The Summit School Edgewater, 410-798-0005 thesummitschool.org 6 years–8th grade

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BALTIMORE

Baltimore, 410-486-1900 bethtfiloh.com 2 years–12th grade

Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools

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full potential – spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and morally. Almost 24,000 students attend Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, which include 40 elementary and middle schools, 18 high schools, and 1 early learning center, located in Baltimore City, Allegany, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, Howard and Washington Counties.

Baltimore, 410-547-5369 archbalt.org/schools 2 years–12th grade Before & after care Tuition: $1,340 - $21, 900/yr Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide a Christ-centered education that is academically excellent and empowers students to reach their

Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School

Baltimore School for the Arts Baltimore, 443-642-5165 bsfa.org 9th grade–12th grade

The Boys’ Latin School of Maryland Baltimore, 410-377-5192 boyslatinmd.com 5 years–12th grade

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After School Tuition: $21,960-$31,600 Founded in 1844, The Boys’ Latin School of Maryland is an all-boys independent school serving boys in grades k-12. At Boys’ Latin, each and every student is known for who he is today, and all he will be tomorrow. Nearly two centuries of all-boys education has taught us that a close community builds a foundation of confidence.

Of compassion. And of character.

Calvert School Baltimore, 410-243-6054 calvertschoolmd.org Pre K - 8th grade After Care Tuition: $18,850/yr At Calvert, we are committed to guiding students through the emotional and cognitive changes that come with growing up. Our coed K-8 program tackles these challenges and empower boys and girls to learn together and be leaders in their community.

The Catholic High School of Baltimore Baltimore, 410-732-6200 thecatholichighschool.org 9th–12th grade Tuition: $15,300/yr Empowered by the Gospel values and rooted in the spirit and tradition of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi, The Catholic High School of Baltimore, a sponsored institution of the Sisters of Saint Francis of Philadelphia, is dedicated to the education of young women in an environment that fosters Christian attitudes of dignity and respect for the human person and all of creation. Through this mission, Catholic High recognizes that through education, the empowerment of women can effect the transformation of society.

Center for Creative Learning Baltimore, 410-945-0664 cclmd.org 2 years–5th grade

Catholic Coeducational School Grades 9-12 College Preparatory Curriculum Four Year Honors & AP Curriculum Arts Academy Freshmen Transition Program Accelerated Science Program, Engineering, Robotics 1:10 Student-Faculty ratio

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Gilman School Baltimore, Lower School, 410-323-7284 Middle & Upper Schools, 410-323-7169, gilman.edu 5 years–12th grade

Lamb of God School Halethorpe, 410-242-4100 lambofgodschool.org 5 years–8th grade

Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities Baltimore, 410-938-4413 mansef.org 2 years–12th grade

The Park School of Baltimore

The School of the Cathedral Baltimore, 410-464-4100 schoolofthecathedral.org 5 years–8th grade

St. Paul Lutheran School Catonsville, 410-747-1924 stpaulcatonsville.org/school 18 months–5th grade

CALVERT Cardinal Hickey Academy Owings, 410-286-0404 cardinalhickeyacademy.org Montessori PreK 3-4, Traditional Kindergarten - 8th grade

The Calverton School Huntintown, 410-535-0216 calvertonschool.org 2.5 years–12th grade

Tidewater School Huntingtown, 410-257-0533 thetidewaterschool.org 2.5 years–5th grade

Bethel Christian Academy Savage, 301-725-4673 bethelchristianacademy.com 3 years–8th grade

Resurrection-St. Paul School Ellicott City, 410-461-9111 resstpaul.org 3 years–8th grade

St. John’s Parish Day School Ellicott City, 4104657644 stjohnspds.org 3 years–5th grade

Trinity School Ellicott City, 443-498-5040 trinityschoolmd.org 3 years-8th grade

KENT COUNTY Kent School Chestertown, 410-778-4100 kentschool.org 3 years–8th grade

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Baltimore, 410-339-7070 parkschool.net Pre-K – 12th grade Before & after care Tuition: $19,210-$34,730/yr The Park School of Baltimore is an independent, gender-inclusive, non-sectarian progressive Pre-K –12 school located on a 100-acre campus with the mission of supporting young people in becoming confident questioners and responsible citizens of the world.

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Radcliffe Creek School Chestertown, 410-778-8150 radcliffecreekschool.org 5 years–8th grade

A school for students who

PRINCE GEORGE’S Belair Baptist Christian Academy

learn differently

Bowie, 301-262-0578 belairbaptistacademy.org 4 years–12th grade

Bishop McNamara High School Forestville, 301-735-8401 bmhs.org, 9th–12th grade

Christian Academy of Laurel Laurel, 301-490-1076 ChristianAcademyofLaurel.org 3 years-8th grade

DeMatha Catholic High School Hyattsville, 240-764-2200 dematha.org 9th–12th grade

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Elizabeth Seton High School

An independent, co-educational Pre-K through 8th Grade school.

Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors.

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school.standrewsum.org admissions@standrewsum.org 410.266.0952

Bladensburg, 301-864-4532 setonhs.org 9th–12th grade

riculum, students develop into independent, self-motivated, socially conscious young adults who are prepared to enter college as critical thinkers.

Friends Community School

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College Park, 301-441-2100 friendscommunityschool.org Kindergarten–8th grade

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Grace Christian School Bowie, 301-262-0158 gcsbowie.org Kindergarten–8th grade

Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School Bowie, Glenn Dale, 301-464-3215 htrinity.org 3 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $11,525 to $13,705/yr Our mission is to help students become “The Best You.” We offer strong academics and provide opportunities in visual arts, athletics, technology and help students become leaders of tomorrow.

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Riverdale Baptist School Upper Marlboro, 301-249-7000 rbschool.org 3 years–12th grade

St Mary of the Assumption Upper Marlboro, 301-627-4170 stmaryum.org 3 years–8th grade

St. Vincent Pallotti High School

The PEABODY PREPARATORY is Baltimore’s premier community school for music and dance.

Private instruction, group classes, and ensembles are offered for students of all ages and skill levels.

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Laurel, 301-725-3228 pallottihs.org 9th–12th grade $17,650-$18,700/yr Founded in 1921, St. Vincent Pallotti High School is dedicated to promoting academic excellence and building Christian character in a welcoming community. Through our challenging and diverse cur-

The Gunston School Centreville, 410-758-0620 gunston.org 9th–12th grade

Lighthouse Christian Academy Stevensville, 410-643-3034 lcacademy.org 4 years–8th grade

Wye River Upper School Centreville, 410-758-2922 wyeriverupperschool.org 9th–12th grade Tuition: $31,995/yr Wye River engages bright students with learning differences in a challenging educational experience, preparing them for college, career, and life. Our students gain knowledge and independence through an inquiry-driven, multi-sensory, multi-modal pedagogy. To support this approach, project-based learning, outcome-based goals, and applied experiences outside of the classroom highlight our courses.

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TALBOT The Country School Easton, 410-822-1935 countryschool.org 5 years–8th grade

Saints Peter & Paul High School Easton, 410-822-2275 ssppeaston.org 9th grade–12th grade

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Managing Your Child's Screen Time An interview with Ann Bryan, CEO of Circle, a screen management service.

Interview by Janet Jefferson

S

creen management was challenging before the pandemic but since March 2020 parents are left fighting a losing battle. According to a 2019 report from the American Academy of Pediatrics, children aged 8-12 spent an average of 4.5 hours a day on screens, while teens aged 13-18 spent 6.5 hours a day. The pandemic has made those numbers rise fast. The New York Times reported, children’s screen time had doubled by May 2020 as compared to the same time period a year earlier, according to Qustodio, a company that tracks usage on tens of thousands of devices used by children, ages 4 to 15, worldwide.

Not only have children been relying on screens for academic purposes but also social and entertainment reasons. All of this extra screen time has consequences. The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry states that too much screen time can lead to sleep issues, weight problems, mood swings, increased isolation, reduced physical activity, academic challenges, poor self-image, and an inability to relax and have fun without a screen.

Chesapeake Family spoke with Anne Bryan, mother of four sons, former member of the Beaverton School Board, and CEO of Circle, a company that specializes in solutions for screen time management.

CF: Has screen time increased for all age groups?

AB: Screen times across all age groups really have increased.

Things that are just mind blowing to say out loud are happening, [such as] online preschool. We know that it’s been particularly affecting teens in a very personal way. They need to be able to communicate with their friends so they are online all the time, but they are also more prone to feeling anxiety and depression. All age groups have seen a few pounds get added on, you are more likely to have symptoms of obesity or be more likely to have unhealthy behaviors. Less sleep is happening across all age groups because you are online more and it is distracting. We are really seeing these negative health benefits across all ages with a particular pain point at the teenage years.

CF: Can you tell us just a little bit about your company,

Circle? How does it work and what are users getting out of it?

AB: Circle is really designed to be able to provide families with the tools they need to create the home internet solution that they want. We provide parents the information about where usage is happening, when it is happening, and then also the ability to set time limits. Everyone needs [a time limit] and [sometimes we need] to be able to just pause the internet for all devices for a time, [for example], if you want family dinners to be device free. We also provide a new feature, pandemic inspired, called focus time, which makes it so that you can have your online tools available to do the work that you need. During my focus time, I stay off of Instagram, online

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games, news sites, things that are not critical for me to get my work done. But I can get on and access all of my emails, slack, zoom, those kinds of tools.

CF: I see screen management tools as potentially really

useful tools even for adults, because I think so many adults have found themselves in this situation where we often don’t know how to regulate our devices either. We really need to learn and teach ourselves how to use screens appropriately.

AB: As with everything else, we’re the most important model in our home. It really is helpful for parents to regulate themselves, think about what you are modeling. Everyone does need a bedtime. A screen management tool can help a parent self-manage so that adults can control themselves, at least get that reminder. [You can see] how long you were on Instagram or Facebook or Candy Crush, whatever happens to be your vice. The [apps] are designed in order to keep you there and to make it hard for you to know how much time you spent there. And they are very good at their job. Especially as we go through this summer, and back to school, you can ask, who do we want to be as a family? A tool like Circle where you can get more information about your usage, set time limits, create focus time, or use a whole house pause if you need it, are really empowering and great reminders of where your limits are and where you want them to be.

CF: What are some suggestions that you have for

summertime screen guidelines, and how might those be different from a virtual or in-person school year?

AB: I always like to start at bedtime and that’s probably because I need a lot of sleep and I know my kids need a lot of sleep too. Bedtime needs to be set depending on when we all need to be up and going in the morning. I would [ask] is our summer schedule going to differ from our during-the-schoolyear schedule? [During the school year], if you are going to be doing online learning, I would really consider how focus time sits at home. Whether it is for homework time or whether it is for during school time, you are going to need to be online doing things but you don’t want to be distracted. How do you minimize those distractions? Monitoring usage and history, you’ll get a big sense of what the distractions are and when they are happening. Then we can see how to best support our kids in setting up that focus time so that they can get their work done. I really feel like we’re at a great point as we get ready for back to school for us all to say, well, what do we want our new habits to be?

The big thing is that parents are powerful. That’s the main thing that I want all parents to know. And screen time is one of those things that a parent needs to model and manage just like your child’s eating habits or your child’s sleep habits. And that’s what a screen time management tool can really do, help parents model and teach in the way that they want to.

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The start of a school year is always a time of transition and students may need additional support services. For many, this period of transition is further amplified by the current state of our ongoing attempts to live, learn, and adapt through the COVID era.

Parents and their children may find themselves in need of support services for a wide range of topics pertaining to academic, social emotional, or mental health related concerns. Fortunately our area is ripe with providers who are skilled at offering additional support to children, parents, and families as needed.

IN-SCHOOL SUPPORT

With regards to in-school support, a good place to begin is often with your school counselor. Not only are they the most familiar with your child (aside from you as the parent or caregiver of course) but they are also able to help identify areas in need of further assistance for each child as an individual. This could be offering academic support, 504 or IEP planning, methods of calming fears, concerns, or anxieties about returning to the classroom setting or reconnecting with peers, and various other areas of concern.

The school is also a great way to find referrals for any specific need that may be better met off school property.

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ACADEMIC SERVICES

• Specialized Educational Services Inc. sesischools.com • The Summit School thesummitschool.org

therapy, services for hearing impaired individuals, services for learning disabilities, and more.

• Children at Play offers occupational therapy,OT evaluations, small group OT sessions, and sensory-social groups.

• My Kids Therapy provides services for SPD, ADD/ ADHD, autism, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, seizure disorders, intellectual disabilities, developmental delays and more.

• Annapolis Children’s Therapy Center Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Hippotherapy (equine therapy).

• The Parents Place of Maryland is composed of families, professionals, and community leaders who strive to offer resources, support, and information to parents of children with disabilities and special health care needs. They offer a variety of support groups, programs, and resources for families and individuals.

SPECIAL NEEDS SERVICES

Special Education Overview by County

If your child is in need of academic support, such as tutoring, there are a myriad of options available as well. You can seek insight and referrals from teachers or school staff, or begin with a few of the options listed below.

• The Anne Arundel County Tutoring Pool lists all certified teachers in Anne Arundel County who are available to offer additional tutoring services.

• Kumon offers academic enrichment services in reading and math.

• Huntington Learning Center offers information webinars, tutoring, and test prep.

LEARNING DIFFERENCES Start with your child’s counselor and resources at your school. If you need more help here are some places to contact.

In terms of special needs services ranging from speech and occupational therapy, to early intervention and assessments, listed below are a few local offerings that can help guide parents on treatment, services, and next steps.

• AACPS Special Education services offers birth to 5 services, occupational therapy, speech services, physical

• Anne Arundel Countyaacps.org/domain/238 • Baltimore County dci.bcps.org/department/special_education • Calvert County wwwold.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/ special_education • Howard County hcpss.org/special-education • Prince George’s County pgcps.org/specialeducation

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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Mental health is something that should be discussed year round, but during times of transition and uncertainty, struggles with anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns may become more prevalent. There are numerous providers available both in network and out of network. Finding a therapist, counselor, or mental health practitioner is a personal venture and often depends on a variety of things including methodology, scheduling, insurance, cost, location, and of course personal fit. Below are just a few practices to help begin your search.

• Psychology Today allows you to search for providers with criteria such as location and insurance.

• Arundel Lodge Behavioral Health offers same day or next day service. Deaf services are available, as are bilingual services. They are located in Edgewater • My Mental Health offers medication management, psychotherapy, TMS therapy, and accepts state insurance.

They are located in Glen Burnie.

• Oasis Mental Health offers urgent mental health appointments and are located in Annapolis.

• Mirror Mental Health offers weekend and evening hours. They are located in Crofton.

• Time Organization accepts state insurance and have locations in Baltimore and Glen Burnie.

• Halcyon Wellness offers testing, evaluation, and therapy services and often assists with IEP needs in schools. They offer group intensives and individual therapy. They are located in Millersville.

• Greater Baltimore Counseling Center is in network with most insurance, and offers evaluations, medication management, and counseling. They are located in Glen Burnie and Odenton.

• Psych Associates of Maryland and Maryland Psych Centers offer psychiatric services.

BASIC NEEDS FOR FAMILIES

Meeting basic needs can be stressful especially during times of financial distress.

• Systems of Care provides referrals for food, housing, utilities, crisis or emergency services, mentoring, parent training and education, eligibility screening for benefits and more.

• Solace Family Counseling in Annapolis.

Regardless of what unique struggles or circumstances your family may be facing, please know that there are resources out there and people willing to help get you and your family the support you need.

Trust your gut feelings. If you feel that you or your child needs more help than what is being offered or suggested, search for additional resources. Often parents are told that their child will grow out of “it.” Most times Momma knows best, get a second opinion.

A lengthy list of providers can be found here. momsformentalhealth.com/resources.

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• Remedy Counseling in Severna Park • Chesapeake Bay Psychological Services in Kent Island.

• Marna Wollman Brickman of Guiding Therapy in Annapolis.

• Park Wellness on the Eastern Shore and in Seven Park.

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VISIT HISTORIC ANNAPOLIS WITH KIDS The insider’s guide

by Donna Jefferson

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he downtown area of Annapolis is very walkable and full of historic sites, playgrounds and fun things to do, that are suitable for families. Once you get to Annapolis, park your car in one of the four garages and then walk, use the free Circulator Bus, or take a boat, to the destinations featured here.

It’s easy to do a looped route with only a little retracing of your steps. Or break the following route into several shorter trips. Food is easy to find, but public bathrooms are a little harder. The Market House and Harbormaster’s Office have clean public restrooms. They are both near the City Dock area so plan accordingly.

Watermark Journey operates the water taxi in Annapolis.

They have numerous pickup and drop-off points and we’ve found a ride on the water between destinations is a fun way to break-up the day, plus it adds to the adventure. The Acton’s Landing stop is three blocks from the Knighton Garage. If you think your kids will get tired from walking, save the boat ride for the end.

Here’s a suggested itinerary that uses the Knighton Garage

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MUST-SEE

Maryland Center for History and Culture

610 Park Ave. Baltimore, MD 21201 410-675-3750, mdhistory.org Digital learning resources, virtual field trips, traveling trunks, museum tours, and student research center offered about Maryland and American history.

and remodeled in 1896, and is the State of Maryland’s official museum of African American heritage. Temporary and permanent exhibits fill the museum. Deep Roots, Rising Waters: A Celebration of African Americans in Maryland is the permanent exhibit in the museum and provides an overview of African American history in Maryland from 1633 through present day. After touring the museum head toward St. Anne’s Church at the end of Franklin Street. At the circle look right to see the “Equal Justice” mural featuring the images of Thurgood Marshall and Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Historic Annapolis Walking Tour

as your parking spot. Add, delete or get sidetracked. It’s all meant to be fun.

From the Knighton Garage head out to West Street and walk towards Church Circle. You’ll pass plenty of places to grab a quick drink or a bite to eat.

Murals in Annapolis

You’ll only walk a little over a block before you pass the large painted mural dedicated to John Lewis. It’s on the wall adjacent to the 7-11. The mural honors Lewis and other activists who led the Selma to Montgomery marches over the Edmund Pettus Bridge in 1965.

The Banneker-Douglass Museum

Walk a couple more blocks until you get to Cathedral Street.

Turn right on Cathedral and then turn left when you get to Franklin Street. The Banneker-Douglass Museum* is in the middle of the first block at 84 Franklin Street. The museum is housed in what used to be Mt. Moriah African Methodist Episcopal Church, a historic church constructed in 1875

At Church Circle you will pass St. Anne’s Church. Turn left at the circle, towards College Avenue, and walk by the Southgate Fountain. St. Anne’s was originally built in 1704 and was rebuilt in 1859 after a fire. At the request of the City of Annapolis, a town clock is housed in the tower at St. Anne’s. It is still maintained by the city today.

Continue walking past the Government House, which is the official residence of Maryland’s Governor, until you get to an open space known as Lawyer’s Mall. This is where many protests and demonstrations take place, especially during legislative sessions. Recently restored, this area recognizes and honors the work done by Thurgood Marshall, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court. Take a few minutes to read his accomplishments.

At the end of Lawyer’s Mall you will see the steps up to the Maryland State House*. It is the oldest U.S. State Capitol in continuous legislative use, dating to 1772 and open to visitors. Adults will need a photo ID to enter. You will see Chamber rooms and other interesting exhibits, some dating back to colonial use, including George Washington’s resignation as commander in chief of the Continental Army, and the ratification of the Treaty of Paris.

Wander around the State House for hilltop views of downtown Annapolis and see one of the cannons used by the first Maryland settlers in 1634 to defend the Fort at Old St. Mary’s.

Take East Street to Prince George street to see two of the oldest houses in Annapolis, the James Brice House and William Paca House & Gardens. The 2-acre garden at the Paca House* has tours Thursday – Sunday.

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RESOURCES • Annapolis Parking and the Circulator • Find where to park in Downtown Annapolis: Parking Garages • Use public transportation to get around: Circulator • Get across Spa Creek in a fun way: Water Taxi • Space to run at in historic gardens: Paca House • Check the ChesapeakeFamily. com calendar for events happening in Annapolis. *Check COVID protocols

Head over to ChesapeakeFamily.com/ Visit-annapolis-with-kids to download this map with stop points.

Walk past the Paca House and turn right on Maryland Avenue. You’ll find Old Fox Books with the delightful Brown Mustache Coffee Shop in the back. Stop in and enjoy a treat while you relax in the beautiful back garden.

Headed back towards City Dock you are going to follow King George Street. Part way down you’ll be able to peek over the brick fence and see the beautiful Paca House Gardens. The Naval Academy Chapel towers above on your left. Continue on towards the USNA Visitor Center.* Adults need a photo ID. There is plenty to explore at the Naval Academy. Don’t miss the Visitors Center, the Museum, the Chapel and take a little walk around the seawall.

Annapolis City Dock

Depart the Naval Academy from the Commodore John Barry Gate onto Prince George Street. Almost immediately turn left onto Craig Street, then Dock Street. You’ll be right near restrooms and plenty of options for food and ice cream.

Duck, boat and people watching is a great pastime from the benches around City Dock. The Story Wall, a series of plaques designed to share messages to encourage reconciliation and healing from a legacy of slavery, ethnic hatred, and oppression surrounds the Kunta-Kinte Alex Haley Memorial. Take a few moments to read the plaques and realize the importance of the messages.

Annapolis Playgrounds

To burn some energy there’s three playgrounds in a short walk.

Head down Compromise Street past the Annapolis Summer Garden Theater and towards the Spa Creek Bridge. The first playground is on Newman Street. It features some big sliding boards, a climbing wall, swings and a tunnel to climb through.

The area is shaded which helps when it’s hot.

Go back out to Compromise Street and walk across the Spa Creek Bridge. Take your first left onto Severn Avenue, then take the next right on Fifth. The Eastport Elementary Playground is at the corner and welcomes all kids to come and play. There isn’t much shade. After running around here, continue on Fifth until you get to Chester. There’s still another playground at the corner of Chester and Third. Walk one more block to Second, turn right and walk to the waterfront and the Annapolis Maritime Museum.

Annapolis Maritime History

Do you know that oysters were an extremely valuable commodity in the 1800s? Some boats actually fired cannons on other boats in order to protect their catch from thieves.

And they would grab young, drunk men from bars to work on oyster boats, only returning to Annapolis when they had a full load. Newly renovated and reopened, the Annapolis Maritime Museum shows visitors about the Oyster Wars, Annapolis maritime history and the environment of the Chesapeake Bay. Skipjack tours are also available.

Water Taxi Ride

Your kids are probably really tired now. Walk to the other end of Second Street and catch the Water Taxi near the Chart House. Call to have them come and pick you up. 410-2630033. Prices start at $4/person. Take the Water Taxi to Acton’s Landing. There’s a nice park there with benches and huge statues of ducks perfect for climbing. From Acton’s Landing it’s only four blocks back to the Knighton Parking Garage on Murray Avenue to Colonial.

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EXPLODING BOOMERANG

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EXPLODING BOOMERANG

Skill Level: EASY

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4. Take stick 2 and place the bottom end on top of stick 1. Place the opposite end in the middle of stick 3

PUKING PUMPKINS

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PUKING Directions PUMPKINS Carve your pumpkin,

be right, but adjust as necessary for

end of stick 3 6. Throw the boomerang. It will hold its shape until it hits its target, when the sticks will “explode” apart from each other.

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• Carved pumpkin

• 4 popsicle sticks Warning: This object is made to be thrown. Set ground rules for where the boomerang can be thrown. No throwing at faces.

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Find instructions at and carve a mouth opening. addcomplete a little baking 2. Take the top off your pumpkin. Now soda and vinegar to ChesapeakeFamil y.com/STEAM add baking soda (about 1/2 cup should see a great reaction.

5. Tuck stick 4 under the middle of stick 1, across the top of stick 2 and under the

Skill Level: EASY

1. Number each stick 1-4 2. Hold stick 1 in your left hand and lay it down.

3. Place stick 3 at a 45-55 degree angle from stick 1 and lay it on top of stick 1.

4. Take stick 2 and place the bottom end on top of stick 1. Place the opposite end in the middle of stick 3 5. Tuck stick 4 under the middle of stick 1, across the top of stick 2 and under the end of stick 3 6. Throw the boomerang. It will hold its shape until it hits its target, when the sticks will “explode” apart from each other.

• 1/2 cup baking soda • 2 cups of white vinegar, food coloring (for the puke)

Directions 1. Scoop out the insides of the pumpkin and carve a mouth opening.

2. Take the top off your pumpkin. Now add baking soda (about 1/2 cup should be right, but adjust as necessary for best eruption). Be careful it doesn’t poof right out the mouth!

3. In a container mix vinegar with some orange food coloring (or whatever color you want). We used about 2 cups of vinegar.

4. Now slowly pour the vinegar into the pumpkin.

5. Watch the great pumpkin reaction

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