Staten Island Parent Staff

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Study Abroad Opportunities for High School Students with ASSE

Study Abroad Opportunities for High School Students with ASSE Studying abroad is a once-in-a lifetime opportunity for students. It’s a unique chance to learn about and experience new cultures firsthand. The non-profit, public benefit organization ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE) is offering qualified high school students the opportunity to spend an academic year, semester or summer abroad. ASSE is dedicated to fostering greater cultural awareness and promoting international friendships through youth exchange programs in North and South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and South Africa. Students choose their host country. If your student doesn’t know the native language of a…
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Politics

How to Talk to Your Kids About Politics There is a lot going on in the world and with the upcoming election, we’ve been inundated (even more than usual) with politics. Talking to your kids about politics isn’t easy. It’s difficult to explain large, complicated concepts in a way that your children will understand…

The Special Child Fall/Winter Edition: Special Needs 2023-2024

The Special Child Fall/Winter Edition: Special Needs 2023-2024 For parents of children with disabilities, we’re part of a special community at New York Family. We understand the challenges you face, and we’re committed to providing you with well-researched articles and invaluable information. In this community, we’re here to support. Whether you’re seeking guidance on…
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Where to Donate Halloween Candy

Where to Donate Halloween Candy We hope you had the best Halloween! After your kids counted, traded, and devoured their Halloween candy, you might be wondering what you should do with all of that extra candy. If you have way too much, check out some places where you can donate candy and give…

The Best NYC (and Long Island) Museums for Kids with Disabilities

Top NYC & Long Island, Accessible and Fun Sensory Museums for Kids with Disabilities There are layers to being a parent of a child with a disability. As a mother of a 7-year-old who is Autistic, there are many challenges. One thing I have learned is that every parent’s journey can have similarities…

Family Traditions: One Family’s Intergenerational Thanksgiving Customs

Family Traditions: One Family’s Intergenerational Thanksgiving Customs Lifting a turkey is a big event,” my mother admits. She accepted the responsibility of hosting Thanksgiving this year, a holiday she owned every year since I was a child. Growing up, Thanksgiving was my favorite holiday. My older cousins made their pilgrimage from upstate New York to…
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The Best Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Ideas

The Best Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Ideas Picked out the perfect pumpkin? Time to decorate! Whether they are big or small, tall or round, curvy or bumpy, bright orange or starch white, your pumpkin is ready to be transformed into a masterpiece fit for the spook-tacular season! If you are looking for some new…

Best Tutoring & Test Prep Resources

Best Tutoring & Test Prep Resources in New York Providing our children with the best possible support is paramount in the ever-evolving education landscape. Whether mastering academic subjects, preparing for standardized tests, or cultivating critical learning skills, the right resources can make all the difference. Finding the perfect blend of guidance and resources is…
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Spooky Halloween Stories for Every Age

Halloween Books for Kids of All Ages Halloween is a holiday often linked to costumes and sweets, but never underestimate the impact of a captivating, spooky story in igniting that imaginative, eerie vibe. This season is the ideal time to immerse yourself in tales filled with ghouls, ghosts, witches, and werewolves through the pages…

18 Last Minute Halloween Costumes

18 Last Minute Halloween Costumes If you still haven’t found the perfect Halloween costume for the kids and the clock’s ticking—don’t panic. We’ve rounded up some easy, last-minute costume ideas you can throw together in no time. Most can be made from things you already have at home or picked up with a quick…