After-school activities are important for many reasons. Depending on the activity, your child might have more opportunities to learn outside the classroom, create social connections or friendships, and stay active after class has wound...

We are our children’s biggest cheerleaders. We root for them. We protect them. We teach them. And we advocate for them. All children need people who have their back when it comes to school...

For many kids, summer is the best time for outdoor activities and spending time with peers. For children on the autism spectrum, summer might also come with extra challenges, including preparing for and attending...

Each individual experiences the outside world differently and brings a unique perspective on how to enjoy the natural world – a sentiment local mom and MetroParks human resources and volunteer manager Jenny Hymans often...

At Camp at the J, kids can experience the best of summer. From swimming and archery, to arts & crafts, camp values and color wars, and much more, kids will create memories and form...