PODCAST: Practical Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Season with Small Children

The holidays are just around the corner! That means parents of babies and toddlers are looking forward to time spent with family, but many are also wary of how they will handle their little ones through all the stresses that come during the holidays.  However, there are ways to deal with this dilemma. In the […]

‘Talking’ Math With Your Child Can Help Them Better Understand Math Concepts

New research suggests that talking about simple math during everyday interactions with your child can help them develop a stronger understanding of math concepts. A recent meta-analysis by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and the University of California, Irvine reviewed 22 studies from 2010 to 2022 and found a strong link between parents’ math […]

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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

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Meet the Teachers: Samantha

Samantha Scott is the Infant Curriculum Coordinator at our West Cobb campus. A passionate educator who loves children, Samantha has been with Parker-Chase for five years. It’s a job she loves and says she is meant for. “I’ve always loved kids and knew that I wanted to work with them, especially younger children,” Samantha says. […]

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Parents Experience ‘Night in Their Child’s Shoes’ and Learn About Conscious Discipline

Earlier this month, Parker-Chase Sprayberry invited families in for a special “Night in Your Child’s Shoes” event. Families were able to experience the school the way their children do as they explored their classrooms with a quick sample schedule of the day. This was a great opportunity for families to learn more about our curriculum […]

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5 Children’s Books Set in Georgia That Parents Will Enjoy, Too

  With a deep history, diverse population, and varied topography, Georgia has been the setting of many books, including some of the best-known classics in American literature. With such a rich literary status, it’s no surprise that many children’s books take place in the Peach State. With September being National Literacy Month, we took the […]

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Meet the Teachers: Yessenia (North Peachtree City)

At Parker-Chase, some of our teachers discover their passion by accident. For Yessenia Rodriguez, a 3-year-old classroom teacher at Parker-Chase in North Peachtree City, Georgia, that discovery came with the help of family. There are many teachers in Yessenia’s family, and she grew up around educators. That’s why, while deciding which career she wanted to […]

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Traveling with Toddlers During the Holidays

As the holiday season approaches,  the stress of traveling is inevitable. Traveling alone can be nerve-racking but traveling with toddlers takes that stress to another level. The best way to get through a trip with your little ones with as little stress as possible is to be prepared. Here are some tips to help you […]