--- title: Education Matters—Sanford School's Private School Blog (4) description: Learn about private school education, admission, scholarships, financial aid, and more through posts written by teachers, administrators, parents, & students. 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[Video Gallery](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/news--calendar/video-gallery) - [Giving](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/giving) - [Why Support Sanford?](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/giving/why-support-sanford) - [Ways to Give](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/giving/ways-to-give) - [Annual Fund](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/giving/annual-fund) - [Planned Giving](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/giving/planned-giving) - [About](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/about) - [Head of School Welcome](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/about/head-of-school-welcome) - [School Review](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/about/school-review) - [Mission and Principles](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/about/mission-and-principles) - [Contacts and Directory](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/about/contacts-and-directory) - [History and Traditions](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/about/history-and-traditions) - [Board of Trustees](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/about/board-of-trustees) - [Sustainability](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/about/sustainability) - [Apply](https://sanfordschool.myschoolapp.com/app#login/apply) - [Parents](http://www.sanfordschool.org/page/parents) - [Home and School Association](http://www.sanfordschool.org/page/parents/home-and-school-association) - [Alumni](http://www.sanfordschool.org/page/alumni) - [Welcome Back!](http://www.sanfordschool.org/page/alumni/welcome-back) - [Stay in Touch](http://www.sanfordschool.org/page/alumni/stay-in-touch) - [Get Involved](http://www.sanfordschool.org/page/alumni/get-involved) - [Apply](https://sanfordschool.myschoolapp.com/app#login/apply) - [Parents](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/parents) - [Home and School Association](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/parents/home-and-school-association) - [Alumni](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/alumni) - [Welcome Back!](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/alumni/welcome-back) - [Stay in Touch](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/alumni/stay-in-touch) - [Get Involved](https://www.sanfordschool.org/page/alumni/get-involved) # EDUCATION MATTERS—SANFORD SCHOOL'S PRIVATE SCHOOL BLOG *Learn more about current school issues and trends from Sanford School’s educational experts.  Sanford’s blog is sure to help you navigate your child’s educational journey.* ## [Establishing a School Routine During COVID-19](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/establishing-a-school-routine-during-covid-19) Posted by [Christine DiUbaldo](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/author/christine-diubaldo) on April 9, 2021 at 12:25 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Establishing a School Routine During COVID-19](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/hubfs/Blog_Images_Misc/2020_11_09%20Sanford%20-%200276.jpg)](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/establishing-a-school-routine-during-covid-19) While it is wonderful to be back to school in person, COVID-19 has made the school experience drastically different, so you may need to switch up the routine that you have relied on in the past. Below are some suggestions for what you should do the night before school and in the morning to ensure that you and your child have a smooth start to the day. Depending on your child's age will dictate how much guidance they will need when preparing for the school day. [Read More](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/establishing-a-school-routine-during-covid-19) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/establishing-a-school-routine-during-covid-19#comments-listing) Topics: [Education](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/education), [Parenting Tips](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/parenting-tips), [Distance Learning](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/distance-learning) ## [Bringing Our "A" Game to High School Sports During a Pandemic](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/bringing-our-a-game-to-high-school-sports-during-a-pandemic) Posted by [Caitlin Brooks](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/author/caitlin-brooks) on March 26, 2021 at 10:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Bringing Our ](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/hubfs/IMG_5292.jpg)](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/bringing-our-a-game-to-high-school-sports-during-a-pandemic) Offering high school sports during a pandemic is challenging.  However, because [athletic programs](https://www.sanfordschool.org/programs/athletics)and participation are beneficial for students, many schools have taken steps to safely and effectively offer sports even in the midst of  COVID-19. Here are a few strategies that our coaches and administrators have developed and implemented to safely play sports in a pandemic. [Read More](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/bringing-our-a-game-to-high-school-sports-during-a-pandemic) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/bringing-our-a-game-to-high-school-sports-during-a-pandemic#comments-listing) Topics: [Athletics](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/athletics), [Health & Wellness](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/health-wellness) ## [Raising Our Voices About Coronavirus Racism](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/raising-our-voices-about-coronavirus-racism) Posted by [Mark Anderson](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/author/mark-anderson) on March 15, 2021 at 9:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Raising Our Voices About Coronavirus Racism](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/hubfs/Blog_Images_Misc/Diversity.jpg)](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/raising-our-voices-about-coronavirus-racism) During the past year, school leaders throughout our country have shared countless messages about the COVID-19 pandemic. Information about testing, vaccines, safety protocols, and many other topics has been featured in newsletters, videos, and school communications. One pandemic-related matter that has not been addressed frequently is the rise of anti-Asian hate, exclusion, and racism that is taking place throughout our country. Since the start of the pandemic, [Stop AAPI Hate](https://stopaapihate.org/) and [Asian Americans Advancing Justice](https://www.advancingjustice-aajc.org/) have collectively reported more than 3,000 cases of anti-Asian incidences of violence. In recent weeks, there has been a dramatic rise in anti-Asian attacks and crimes in California and New York. Many of these were unprovoked violent assaults. Not surprisingly, many Asians in our community are experiencing trauma, fear, and despair. As a school leader, I am committed to using my platform to denounce hate, violence, and racism no matter where it occurs—and I condemn those who participate in these acts. My hope is that all school leaders raise their voices and support members of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities locally and across our nation. Likewise, every individual has an opportunity and responsibility to do their part in the fight against bigotry, hate, and violence. [Read More](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/raising-our-voices-about-coronavirus-racism) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/raising-our-voices-about-coronavirus-racism#comments-listing) Topics: [Health & Wellness](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/health-wellness), [Community](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/community), [Diversity](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/diversity) ## [Helping Parents Manage Stress During The Covid-19 Pandemic](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-parents-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) Posted by [Authored Collaboratively by Courtney Gregor, Skye Rashkind, and Sarah Satinsky](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/author/authored-collaboratively-by-courtney-gregor-skye-rashkind-and-sarah-satinsky) on March 12, 2021 at 12:25 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Helping Parents Manage Stress During The Covid-19 Pandemic](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/hubfs/Blog_Images_Misc/COVID.jpg)](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-parents-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown a slew of new responsibilities, challenges, and worries onto the shoulders of parents everywhere. With school closures and stay-at-home orders, parenting has taken on several new dimensions that can be difficult to navigate.  As a result, parents are feeling more burnt out and stressed than ever before. Coping with the demands of the pandemic is not easy for parents, but it is important for our well-being to find healthy ways of managing stress and taking care of ourselves. Here are some tips for parents to confront the unique stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read More](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-parents-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-parents-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic#comments-listing) Topics: [Health & Wellness](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/health-wellness), [Parenting Tips](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/parenting-tips) ## [6 Tips For Building Healthy Screen Time Habits](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/6-tips-for-building-healthy-screen-time-habits) Posted by [Collaboratively written by Jen Conway and Andrea Winner](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/author/collaboratively-written-by-jen-conway-and-andrea-winner) on February 26, 2021 at 12:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![6 Tips For Building Healthy Screen Time Habits](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/hubfs/Blog_Images_Misc/2020_11_09Sanford-2092.jpeg)](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/6-tips-for-building-healthy-screen-time-habits) Technology is a big part of life today, especially given that many students are spending at least some portion of the school year doing remote learning, as well as connecting with friends and family over social media. In the past, the goal was to keep screen time under two hours per day, but in 2015 the[American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) media recommendations](https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/138/5/e20162592) were updated to be less focused on a specific number and more focused on having balance. Below we walk through the six steps that the AAP encourages families to take to support the development of healthy media behaviors. [Read More](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/6-tips-for-building-healthy-screen-time-habits) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/6-tips-for-building-healthy-screen-time-habits#comments-listing) Topics: [Health & Wellness](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/health-wellness), [Parenting Tips](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/parenting-tips) ## [Creating a Safe & Reliable Environment for Virtual Learning for Your Child](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/creating-a-safe-reliable-virtual-learning-environment-for-your-child) Posted by [Sandy Sutty](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/author/sandy-sutty) on February 12, 2021 at 12:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Creating a Safe & Reliable Environment for Virtual Learning for Your Child](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/hubfs/2020-2021%20COVID/LS/Hybrid%20Learning.jpg)](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/creating-a-safe-reliable-virtual-learning-environment-for-your-child) With many schools learning completely online or hybrid, it is important to make sure you are creating a safe and reliable virtual learning environment for your child. Your child may need to attend virtual meetings and complete assignments for class daily. Remind your child about internet safety and expectations to act appropriately when using [technology](https://www.sanfordschool.org/academics/stem-education). If your child’s school is using virtual learning, consider these best practices: [Read More](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/creating-a-safe-reliable-virtual-learning-environment-for-your-child) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/creating-a-safe-reliable-virtual-learning-environment-for-your-child#comments-listing) Topics: [Parenting Tips](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/parenting-tips), [Distance Learning](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/distance-learning) ## [Helping Teenagers Manage Stress During the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-teenagers-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) Posted by [Authored Collaboratively by Courtney Gregor, Skye Rashkind, and Sarah Satinsky](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/author/authored-collaboratively-by-courtney-gregor-skye-rashkind-and-sarah-satinsky) on January 29, 2021 at 12:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Helping Teenagers Manage Stress During the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/hubfs/Blog_Images_Misc/COVID%20Stress.jpg)](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-teenagers-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) The COVID-19 pandemic has had a tremendous impact on the lives of teenagers. For children in 7th through 12th grade, going to school, interacting with friends, and engaging with family all look very different today than they did a year ago. Often, this drastic level of sudden change in a teenager’s lifestyle can give rise to feelings of uncertainty and stress. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to managing stress, there are a number of strategies you can implement to promote positive mental health habits with your teen. Here are some tips to help manage stress in 7th-12th graders: [Read More](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-teenagers-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-teenagers-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic#comments-listing) Topics: [Health & Wellness](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/health-wellness), [Parenting Tips](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/parenting-tips), [School Counseling](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/school-counseling), [Middle School](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/middle-school), [Distance Learning](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/distance-learning) ## [Helping Your Younger Child Manage Stress During The COVID-19 Pandemic](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-your-younger-child-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) Posted by [Authored Collaboratively by Courtney Gregor, Skye Rashkind, and Sarah Satinsky](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/author/authored-collaboratively-by-courtney-gregor-skye-rashkind-and-sarah-satinsky) on January 15, 2021 at 12:01 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Helping Your Younger Child Manage Stress During The COVID-19 Pandemic](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/hubfs/Blog_Images_Misc/managing%20stress%20(1).jpg)](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-your-younger-child-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) The stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic have impacted nearly everyone, yet it can be difficult to pinpoint how the pandemic has affected the mental and emotional health of young children. Children manifest feelings of stress and anxiety in different ways than adults, and as a result, their mental health needs may often go overlooked. Here are some tips for promoting your child’s mental well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic: [Read More](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-your-younger-child-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/helping-your-younger-child-manage-stress-during-the-covid-19-pandemic#comments-listing) Topics: [Health & Wellness](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/health-wellness), [Parenting Tips](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/parenting-tips), [School Counseling](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/school-counseling), [Elementary Education](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/elementary-education), [Distance Learning](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/distance-learning) ## [Counting on Alumni during the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/counting-on-alumni-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) Posted by [Justin McLellan'16](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/author/justin-mclellan16) on January 1, 2021 at 12:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Counting on Alumni during the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/hubfs/Alumni_Photos/alumni%20collage%20(1).jpg)](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/counting-on-alumni-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) The COVID-19 pandemic presented many questions for the futures of institutions and individuals alike. For independent schools in the summer of 2020, questions surfaced about how to safely reopen during the pandemic, what safety procedures to implement, and how to manage the additional labor needed to make reopening a reality. Individuals, too, were plunged into uncertainty. In particular, college seniors graduating in 2020 found their plans drastically altered as a result of the pandemic. For those looking to enter the workforce, employers delayed or revoked job offers to recent graduates. Other graduates hoping to pursue advanced degrees were forced to relocate as many universities closed their campuses for the 2020-2021 school year. My own plans were no exception. The Fulbright Fellowship I was planning to begin the summer after graduating was postponed and postponed again before finally being canceled due to the pandemic. [Read More](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/counting-on-alumni-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/counting-on-alumni-during-the-covid-19-pandemic#comments-listing) Topics: [Community](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/community), [Alumni](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/topic/alumni) ## [Books That Celebrate Diverse Holidays](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/8-holiday-books-for-young-children) Posted by [Cecilie Zwick Coker](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/author/cecilie-zwick-coker) on December 18, 2020 at 12:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Books That Celebrate Diverse Holidays](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/hubfs/Lower_School_Photos/394C17FF-4595-40CA-8E3F-78A287194961.jpeg)](https://blogs.sanfordschool.org/8-holiday-books-for-young-children) Winter Break is a great time to cuddle up with your kids and do some reading! Below we have a list of holiday reads for young children that celebrate holiday traditions from all over the world. Use these books to revisit holidays that you know and love or to learn about a new celebration. 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