by Benchmark School | Apr 6, 2021 | Camp, Education, Summer
Confidence building is the number one reason to come to Benchmark Camp. For kids with dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, and other diverse ways of learning, the academic program at Benchmark Camp is so much more than “summer school”; it’s a different way of looking at learning. ...
by Jackie Tricolli | Jan 7, 2021 | Camp, Parenting, Summer
It is a new year and we are moving into a fresh start with a brand new attitude, so as you forge ahead, begin to plan for the warmer months for your offspring. They are going to want – no, they will crave – time away at camp, whether it is a day camp for...
by Jackie Tricolli | Sep 4, 2020 | Fall, Family Adventure, Outdoor, Parenting, Summer
Looking for some old school fun as the kids are heading back to school? Load up the gang and bring back some nostalgia with a family night at a Drive-In Movie. This iconic format of watching a movie in the great outdoors is making a comeback and is the perfect social...
by Susan Goldenberg | Aug 5, 2020 | Food, Kids Activities, Parenting, Summer
Does this sound familiar: “A slow cooker? I have one of those – in the back of my cabinet – somewhere. It comes out about once every winter.” I am not really sure how or when crockpots became winter-only-worthy to many people. Sure you can...
by Lisa Murphy | Jul 10, 2020 | Family Adventure, Outdoor, Parenting, Summer, Traveling with Kids
Best Beach Day Trips for Family Fun in The Sun There’s nothing that feels more summer-y than a great day at the beach. Of course, this summer isn’t like any we have experienced before, but If the sun, sand and surf are calling your name, we’ve gathered a great list of...
by Jackie Tricolli | Jul 8, 2020 | Education, Parenting, Summer
Don’t let the heat of summer fool you. It’s the perfect season to go outside and jump into…a book! While the school year keeps kids and parents busy with schedules and homework, and the past three months have really amped-up the time devoted to at-home education...