Category Archives: Education

Brush Up on Your Skills: Staying Agile in CapNY

Learning a new skill for fun or to try and build up a side hustle is a great way to stay busy, meet new friends, and keep your portfolio diverse and interesting.  When 2020 began, no one expected the year that was ahead of us. With the unexpected came job losses, transitions, or overall uncertaintyContinue reading “Brush Up on Your Skills: Staying Agile in CapNY”

Author Noelle Gentile: Advocate, Educate, and Love

Author, director, writer, acting coach, and educator Noelle Gentile draws on all her strengths as an advocate and educator supporting her daughters Lucia and Isla, who is autistic and has epilepsy. A Family’s Journey Noelle Gentile (age 42) has two remarkable daughters–Isla (age eight) and Lucia a.k.a. “Lulu” (age six). Born and raised in Albany,Continue reading “Author Noelle Gentile: Advocate, Educate, and Love”

5 Innovative Pre-Schools: CapNY

Public school pre-K programs are more widely available than ever before. However, some CapNY parents might be looking for non-traditional preschool options. These 5 innovative pre-schools in the capital region provide play and nature based-choices for families with young children. If you are looking for public-education alternatives, read on. Forest Kindergarten Homeschool Program at theContinue reading “5 Innovative Pre-Schools: CapNY”

Raising Kids in the Capital Region: CapNY Families

Making a move to CapNY with kids? Looking to get familiar with the educational and recreational offerings of this region as it comes to raising families? You’ve come to the right spot. “How can I find what school districts are a good fit for my child?” Our first two questions were posed by recent NYCContinue reading “Raising Kids in the Capital Region: CapNY Families”