Entering preschool is an important developmental milestone for children and their parents. When you think about it, preschool is a child’s first introduction to a school setting. Naturally, parents want to find the right school for their children. If you’re looking for a preschool that meets the needs of your …

How much say do you have in your child’s education? More than you think. Each day, school boards, legislators and others make decisions that affect your children and their education. As a parent, your input matters. But education decision makers are not going to come to you asking for your …

As students prepare to head back to school this fall, it’s time to start thinking about your child’s lunches. Discover a lunchbox essential that kids and parents will appreciate. MyWish4U Notes from Me! Put some love in your child’s lunchbox with lunch notes from MyWish4U. Your school-aged children can be …

Parents of picky eaters may be frustrated about what foods their children want to eat and how they want to eat them. Some kids might like pasta, but only if there’s no sauce on top of it. Others may think hot dogs and pizza are a food group. Still, other …

Jennifer Perez Ryan, a teacher at West Frederick Middle School, has been named the 2021 Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) Teacher of the Year. As Teacher of the Year, Ryan will represent FCPS in the Maryland State Teacher of the Year program. Ryan is the first educator from West Frederick …

This year, Frederick’s Child marks its 30th year of publication. This accomplishment is no small feat for this local parenting magazine. Whether you read us in print or digital form, Frederick’s Child wouldn’t be Frederick’s Child without the commitment and dedication of its founding publishers Donna and Roger Strong. Bingo …

What is the hardest part about juggling parenthood and your career? I made the decision early on that family would always take first position. Now that does not mean I made every game, every production or every awards event. When I could schedule City business, those were times I worked …

The rain stops, and the clouds break. After a day of being cooped up inside with your children, you decide it’s time to play outdoors. You step outside with your toddler and take in the scene. Puddles, puddles and more puddles dot the landscape. Before you realize it, your child …

  Meet a parent you should know in Frederick County. Jennifer Gerlock is the vice president of marketing and communications at the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce, and she serves as the executive director of Leadership Frederick County. What’s the hardest part about juggling parenthood and your career? Making hard …

A child’s bedroom is a place for privacy and self-expression. You’re likely not keen about your children expressing themselves with bedroom floors covered in miniature racecars or clothes every night. What’s a parent to do? Set your kids up for success early. Teach your children to clean their rooms and …