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Getting kids off their devices can be tough. When threatening doesn’t work, and you discover the research that two-minute warnings aren’t the best option either, what can you do? Thankfully, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has some new guidelines which can help you understand what limits you might want to set, but it’s not always easy… Continue reading 5 Strategies for Getting Kids Off Devices

Many families worry about the amount of screen time they should let their children have. Guidelines indicate that there is no magic answer to this question; however what kids are watching and how they’re watching are important. When parents are involved — by sitting together, asking questions, and explaining when necessary — the benefits multiply. Read more. (excerpted from article… Continue reading Why Watching TV and Movies Together is Better

Registration is now open for the annual Family Involvement Conference on Saturday, November 18, at Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold. The conference is free and is open to the public. Superintendent George Arlotto will be the keynote speaker, followed by your choice of two breakout sessions from among 11 topics of interest to families… Continue reading Program now available for Nov. 18 Family Involvement Conference!

Are you new to the volunteer program management role at your school? Whether you are the staff liaison for volunteers for a volunteer coordinator, this 18 minute podcast will give you an overview of the guidelines and procedures to operate an effective volunteer program that will benefit your students and your school. The podcast is… Continue reading New! Podcast available for new Staff Liaisons & Volunteer Coordinators

Anne Arundel County Public Library branches have a wide variety of activities scheduled to celebrate Women’s History Month, including panel discussions, musical performances, living history events, games, crafts, and more. Check out the schedule, event descriptions, and suggested books at http://www.aacpl.net/womens-history-month.

The annual volunteer program management training for volunteer coordinators and staff liaisons for volunteers will be held on Friday, September 16, from 8:30-11:30 a.m. at the Staff Development Center at Carver. Both new and experienced volunteers and staff members will spend the morning networking, reviewing volunteer program guidelines, and having an opportunity to share best… Continue reading Calling All Volunteer Coordinators and Staff Liaisons for Volunteers!

Applications for openings on the Superintendent’s Parent Involvement Advisory Council (PIAC) are now being accepted by the School & Family Partnerships Office. The Council provides input to the Superintendent on ways to increase family engagement in our schools. The following seats are currently open: Arundel cluster Chesapeake cluster Glen Burnie cluster Meade cluster Severna Park… Continue reading Applications for Superintendent’s Parent Involvement Advisory Council (PIAC) Openings Now Available