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September 2020
BACK TO SCHOOL
SCHOOL LISTINGS
OUR COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE!
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KIDS, COVID & CLASSES EXPERT ROUNDTABLE; WE ASKED, THEY ANSWERED!
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THE 6 NEW LOOKS OF SCHOOL AND HOW THEY WORK
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Kids & Masks
AND THE THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW
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PANDEMIC PREGNANCIES P. 33
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nola family CONTENTS SEPTEMBER 2020
ON THE COVER Sarmed Kellow, 12, readies for the new reality of 7th Grade at Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle OrlĂŠans.
A FEW WORDS
EDUCATION & GUIDANCE
IN EACH ISSUE
4 From the Editor
12 School Spirit Highlights on exemplary
26 From the Bookshelf
FEATURES
schools
8 The State of Education:
16 School Listings Full information to help you
An expert panel discussion
find the right fit
27 New Learning Landscape
31 Financial Lessons Teaching kids about the
Six local schooling options
29 Masks and Kids
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Six things to know
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Birthing during COVID-19
What to expect when delivering
importance of savings
34 Enrichment Guide After-school learning fun! 48 Open House Calendar When to go
A tribute to Blaine Kern
30 Parenting Corner Emotionally preparing for the new school year
32 Learning Years Managing the emotional load
41 Gear to Get In the learning groove
42 Hip Grannie Quarantine Blues, Part II
43 Mom About Town Eileen Chao
44 In the Know Classes and family support resources
45 Out & About What, Where, When: Virtual, on-going, and special happenings
publisher/editor ANN BOWER HERREN ann@nolafamily.com
managing editor TREVOR WISDOM trevor@nolafamily.com
Contr ibutors ROBERT BAER is a Vice President at Fidelity Bank. He coordinates Fidelity’s Financial Literacy initiative.
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DR. PAT BLACKWELL is a licensed psychologist who
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SCOTT CAMPBELL is publisher of Pelican Publishing, a nationally recognized, local publishing company established in 1926. He also is publisher & founder of River Road Press, a local boutique house of local and regional titles.
LAURA CLAVERIE is Nola Family’s Hip Grannie. She is a local mother, grandmother, and writer.
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SUZANNE PFEFFERLE TAFUR is a native New Orleanian who loves writing about her hometown. She is a frequent contributor to The Times Picayune | New Orleans Advocate, and has written for Gambit Weekly, New Orleans Magazine, and Biz New Orleans. Tafur lives in Uptown with her husband Jose and their two young sons, Santiago and Julian – and their beloved dog Baco.
SOFIA RIVERA is our phenomenal editorial intern at Nola Family.
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LISA PHILLIPS, M.S.W., G.S.W., AND MONET SOMERVILLE, MS, both are
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FR OM THE EDITO R
Despite the passage of time, I still remember the thrill I’d feel every fall in anticipation of my new school year. My mom would take me to get school supplies and I’d excitedly pick my bright matching folders and notebooks, and a colorful 3-ring binder that always seemed to hold extra special promise for the year. And with a September birthday, I was excited to get pretty new clothes and shoes to last me until spring. I felt that same excitement years later with my daughter when we prepared for her to start every new grade. We’d carefully write her name on everything and plan lunch box menus together for the first week. Every year she’d stand on the front porch and I’d snap her picture with a real camera. She enjoyed the picture taking until high school, when it became a clichéd chore for her. But this year I’m scared for my daughter, not excited. She’s an elementary school teacher in a Jefferson Parish public school. The parish’s delayed school start and promises of smaller class sizes have not allayed my fears; as I write this, she is still preparing her classroom and the children inevitably will arrive, their COVID-status unknown. And I look at the Facebook posts of my younger friends’ children, bravely smiling in their new uniforms or cute outfits, on their front steps, going off to their first day during this new normal, masks on or in their hands. I think how worried my friends, too, must feel about their kids going off to their respective classrooms, like my daughter will to hers. Still, being parents, we’re doing what we always do for our kids – regardless of life’s little and big setbacks – we’re all keeping a brave face for them and hoping for the best. So much continues to change on a daily basis with regard to education, health, and personal safety. To that end, in this issue we’ve brought together an educational and child development panel for an overview on what schooling looks like moving forward, and also a rundown on educational options. Interesting food for thought here for you parents.
Wishing you and yours a safe September,
Trevor Wisdom
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And equally interesting, as we do every September, we’re providing you with our terrific Enrichment Guide that lists diverse extra-curricular options for your child, both in person and remote. Too, for those of you exploring new schools in this coming year, we have our comprehensive School Listings and a School Open House Calendar to help you find the right fit.
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THE STATE OF EDUCATION What schools are looking like moving forward: thoughts from our educational and child development panel.
With the start of school this fall, parents are understandably confused by conflicting reports and changing school scenarios. As we write this, many families are still determining how their children will learn - whether at school, virtually or other means - and worrying if schools will close again. Every day the “official” word on health and safety, education, school openings, team sports - and more - is changing. What hasn’t changed is the professional opinion of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). As seen on their website and according to a summer report by the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine (which advises the nation on scientific issues), younger children are ill-served by remote learning for a variety of reasons and should, wherever possible, attend school in person. They concluded also that online learning is ineffective for most elementary-school and special needs children. The current national and local consensus seems to be that wherever possible, younger students are best served by communal learning situations, with in-school, classroom settings or alternate communal settings., as they are not as prone to the ills of COVID-19. By the same token, older students (middle through high school, and college), can adjust to and benefit from distance learning. As a result, many schools are requiring their older students to be on campus only part-time, with the majority of days spent learning remotely, online, from home or at a community hub. We assembled a panel to gain insight into the state of education during this time of COVID-19. Among other questions, we asked them about school options, the future of education, mental health, and how to adjust to this new normal. These conversations are edited. Fuller coverage can be found on our website.
Coping during COVID-19
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First things first: Don’t forget to take care of yourself when dealing with the stressors of the “new normal.” It’s important for parents to take care of themselves, especially when it comes to coping and avoiding default, negative coping mechanisms, such as drinking, eating or shopping too much, or complaining in front of their children.
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Dr. Pat Blackwell is a licensed psychologist who has worked with families for over 30 years. She is a regular contributor to Nola Family magazine.
“Children are watching us and they’re learning; that’s a big factor. Adults need to make a conscious decision to be as positive as possible. A whole cycle of negativity can start. Stressed kids stress parents, and then repeat the cycle. But you can recalibrate and see how to make better choices. There are good days and bad.”
Virtual learning from home Families have been living on top of each other for the past six months, with everyone working from home -- parents with their jobs, and kids learning and also needing to be occupied during freetime and summer. “This can be very stressful and for families that aren’t able to plan and have someone to co-parent or switch off with, I’m finding it doesn’t work well.” Parents need to remember that some children really struggle to learn virtually and if it’s not working for your child, getting angry won’t help. More than anything, simply make the best of the situation and get through this together as a family unit.
Relax the rules a little Remember that distantly learning and being away from their friends is taking a toll on your children. “The other thing I find that’s helpful is that parents relax their rules and expectations of how kids spend their time. Not to say anything goes - but maybe loosen expectations a little regarding academic performance.”
Is it healthy to return to school? “There’s no one answer that fits all.”
Dr. Lauren Hernandez is a board-certified pediatrician and a founder of Sprout Pediatrics. She is the mother of three boys and has been consistently recognized as one of the top three pediatricians in the city for the past 5 years.
Every family has a different situation and must balance the information that’s out there to determine what’s best for them. The AAP continues to advocate that children gain more from school than just education and it’s better for them to be back in the classroom for many reasons. These factors include learning social and emotional skills, getting healthy meals and exercise, and mental health support, whether a school counselor or their peers. “I encourage parents to send their children back to school. But families still have fears about whether they’re making the right decision. Unless there’s an illness or underlying immunocompromised reason, I do recommend children go.”
What’s your latest experience? “We have not seen any COVID-positive patients at our practice. But I am seeing a lot of anxiety and stress in kids coming in. There’s anger and frustration, (and problems) how they’re coping with not seeing their friends.”
There’s been a higher reliance on social media and kids of all ages being on their electronics. With social media, they seem to have a larger social circle, but it’s not real and that’s not a good thing. There’s also less carefree attitudes and more stress, more worry, and sleep problems among kids.
Safety protocols Across the board, we are advocating the best safety and social distancing protocols. All of our patients are told to wash their hands regularly, wear their masks, stay 3-to-6-feet apart. “The pediatric journals are all saying evidence is showing that kids in general are less likely to get or have a severe illness, and ten years and under don’t shed, and ten years and over shed less than an adult would.”
Advice for parents “There are tons of viruses and always have been. I hope it’s handled and we get a vaccine or herd immunity soon.” “Have an open mind and be flexible. Take it dayby-day, have quality time, and spend time with them. It’s all about flexibility.”
How has COVID-19 changed education? “My immediate reaction when COVID-19 first started happening was Katrina.”
“Nobody talked about our area cole being 504 before Katrina. But while we were in exile, those shifts, the 504 now means a lot to us, and it’s a sense of home.” And after Katrina, we also shifted educationally after being exposed to other systems in Dallas or Houston or elsewhere, with their new schools. People asked, “why can’t we have those better things here in New Orleans?”
What is the “new normal” in education? There will be the same kind of thing now, we will see a shift in information delivery. We will see more distance learning as we’ve now tapped it. We’ve crossed the threshold of distance learning with Zoom learning, for instance. “A generic example is we can offer kids, say in St. Helena Parish, who want to take Arabic, they can take it over the internet from a teacher at the International School on Carondelet in New Orleans.” We will see all sorts of possibilities in programming, on the one hand, and on the other hand, we will have the value of social things that mean something to us on campus. Things like marching bands and music, and what makes New Orleans culture special, just like the 504 means home.
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Ken Ducote, Ph.D., AICP, is the Executive Director of Greater New Orleans Collaborative of Charter Schools, a network of communitybased charter schools across multiple parishes that advocates to improve educational quality. He has been a local educator since 1971.
Hurricane Katrina did more to get New Orleanians into the electronic age than anything else. Everyone had to learn how to text and email, and then there were smartphones and ready information, so fewer people were watching the news and were relying more and more on the internet to stay up to date. These kinds of events cause people to shift out of necessity. And those things were good and convenient and we’ve just kept doing them.
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What are you telling families considering homeschooling? “First, I tell them to take a deep breath. And to start logically thinking things out.”
Ty Salvant is the founder of NOLA Homeschoolers and mother of six children with over fourteen years of homeschool program experience that includes Classical Conversations, K12 LAVCA, and Young Scholars. She has a Psychology degree from UNO.
It’s important for parents to decide if they’re looking to homeschool permanently, or if they simply want to do it for a year. If it’s just this year, then parents can contact their child’s school and find out what their child would be learning this year, and then teach them that. They can ask the school for the curriculum and lesson plans. In this way, their child can return next year and know the same things as their classmates, with no lag. *Online educational and curriculum resources given by Ty Salvant are listed on nolafamily.com
Homeschooling takes many forms “You have to define education for yourself, and research your own educational philosophy. It’s especially important before you buy any curriculum.” Among these, a classical program has a very defined ideology, with rote memorization, a lot of reading, and in some ways is like a one-room schoolhouse. Then the Waldorf or Montessori methods put the emphasis on life skills through lessons, with habit formation and instilling good habits. And there are other kinds, and hybrid models. “The hard part about homeschooling is the flexibility and the many decisions that have to be made.”
What child is best suited for homeschooling? “All kids are good candidates! Slower children can take their time, fast children can move quickly without waiting for others. ADHD kids can get the flexibility and activity that they need. Spectrum kids can perform very well without the stigma of being different or labeled differently.”
What preparations have been made for opening this fall?
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“St. Andrew’s opened on August 12. We took - and are taking - extraordinary measures to keep everyone safe, our students and our faculty. Everyone has skin in the game, with families at home.”
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Kathryn Fitzpatrick, Ed.D., is Head of School of St. Andrew’s Episcopal School, with coed enrollment PK through 8th grade. She has been an educator for twenty-one years and has three sons.
St. Andrews was open for camp this summer during the months of June and July. No one was sick during the summer and it helped the school get into and finalize a routine for the fall, with everyone coming to school every day. Most of the campers were St. Andrew’s students, so the relationships were preserved. “There are full protocols in place for monitoring and reporting illnesses, including isolation procedures, masking, regular handwashing, and maintaining 6-feet apart. Since St. Andrews has one class per grade, each grade will be socially distanced from all others. If one person in a grade - teacher or student - tests COVID-positive, then the entire grade will quarantine and distantly learn from home.”
Will recess and PhysEd be conducted? Social distancing will be strictly enforced, with children kept 6-feet apart. No masks will be required during physical activities. There will be no contact sports (soccer, football, lacrosse, basketball), but volleyball and kickball will be allowed. Any equipment will be sanitized between uses.
How do you see this year progressing? “I’m really hopeful. We know this is going to end and I firmly believe we have a good possibility for a vaccine this spring.”
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2020 SCHOOL SPIRIT
PICKING THE RIGHT SCHOOL FOR YOUR CHILD IS HARD We let the leaders do the talking to help you make the best choice ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Sr. Melanie A. Guste, RSCJ, Ph.D., Headmistress One of the architects of our educational philosophy, Sr. Janet Erskine Stuart, RSCJ, once observed that: “Epochs of transition must keep us on the alert. They ask us to keep our eyes open upon the distant horizons, our minds listening to seize every indication that can enlighten us; reading, reflection, searching, must never stop; the mind must keep flexible in order to lose nothing…” Guided by this insight, the Academy of the Sacred Heart prepares young women as persons of deep faith and transformational leaders. Today, we understand that leadership for the future will require the critical competencies of cultural and digital citizenship, collaboration and partnership, ethical decision-making and dialogue, an entrepreneurial and growth mindset, and attitudes of self-efficacy and agency. In this time of unprecedented change, the world challenges us to evaluate some of our deepest beliefs about what it actually means to be human and how to act as people of conscience and courage. Thus, our educational and instructional methodology must be re-aligned to reflect these fundamental shifts in the human, social, economic, and civic community. We must not only change the “way” that we teach, but we must change the places in which we teach and learn. Walls must come down – literally and metaphorically – as engaged learning occurs within widening circles of community. In newly designed spaces on both campuses, learning is differentiated with collaboration, and active “design-thinking” approaches integrated into the learning experience. “All of this is happening through the intersection of mission, academic rigor and innovation, and the power of efficacious partnerships with so many others in a network of over 150 Sacred Heart schools in 41 countries of the world.” says Headmistress Sr. Melanie A. Guste, RSCJ, a Religious of the Sacred Heart who holds a Ph.D. in Human and Organizational Systems and M.S. degrees in Educational Administration and Applied Spirituality. We hope that we can look toward the “distant horizons” of the future together for the “sake of each child.” (St. Madeleine Sophie Barat, RSCJ, Foundress)
4521 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans 504.891.1943 ashrosary.org
KEHOE-FRANCE SCHOOL Dr. Tanya Price, Head of School
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At Kehoe-France School, serving children 8 weeks-Grade 7, children are nurtured in a warm and welcoming environment. With small class sizes in a secure and picturesque 14-acre environment, our degreed and certified staff encourage students to explore their curiosities.
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720 Elise Avenue Metairie 504.733.0472 kehoe-france.com
As an International Baccalaureate World School in the Primary Years Program and candidate for the Middle Years Program, Kehoe-France is focused on providing an inquiry-based approach to learning. Our students are actively engaged in their development, education, and activities. We focus not only on the academic fundamentals, but also a child’s physical health and wellness through classes and clubs, and a commitment to service as a school community. Our facilities are newly renovated with more improvements to come. Private tours are given daily upon request. We invite everyone to come tour with us and take those first steps onto the path to success.
Pierre-Loïc Denichou, Head of School and Chevalier of the Order of the Academic Palms Founded in 1998, Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans is a private, French immersion school with experienced faculty from all over the world, a diverse student body, and the best of French and American academics.
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ECOLE BILINGUE DE LA NOUVELLE-ORLÉANS
Now serving more than 300 students from 18 months to 8th grade, Ecole Bilingue is Louisiana’s only private school accredited by both the French government and the State of Louisiana. The mission of Ecole Bilingue is to develop globally literate students through a rigorous bilingual French-American curriculum set in a nurturing and multicultural community. We guide our students to excel academically, foster their curiosity, and prepare them to become creative and innovative contributors to the world. Ecole Bilingue is set up on the principle that the best way to ensure academic excellence is through a variety of proven teaching methods in a nurturing and vibrant environment. Our beautiful campus includes three buildings specifically designed for early childhood, elementary, and middle school students, as well as a large green space and playground.
812 General Pershing Street 504.896.4500 ebnola.net
Pierre-Loïc Denichou joined Ecole Bilingue in 2015 and became Head of School in 2019. With extensive experience in curriculum development, teacher training, and education research, Pierre-Loïc has played a major role in improving the quality of education at the school and will continue to transform the academics, community, and culture at Ecole Bilingue. He has previously served as the academic coordinator at Lycée International de Los Angeles. Prior to coming to the U.S. in 2007, he was an elementary teacher at a French school in Bolivia. Pierre-Loïc is currently leading the charge for accreditation with the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest with the recent status change to Recognition of Accreditation Candidacy. Ecole Bilingue is also affiliated with several global networks, including the AEFE, NAIS, AFSA, and Mission Laïque Française.
URSULINE ACADEMY Dr. Margarita O’Bryne Curtis, Interim President When Ursuline Academy alumna, Dr. Margarita O’Byrne Curtis, began her position as the 2020-2021 Interim President, it felt much like her first day as an Ursuline student. “When I arrived at Ursuline as a student, I was immediately struck by its welcoming, supportive atmosphere, the emphasis on shared experiences and traditions, and the commitment to transcend the self for the common good. The school often rallied together with a sense of shared purpose and unparalleled pride in our history and our mission,” Curtis said.
With that, the Ursuline Academy Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Task Force was formed. Comprised of various constituencies - trustees, alumnae, faculty, staff, students, parents and friends, the task force holds the specific charge of developing a comprehensive strategic plan to systematically assess all areas of school life, as well as governance and operational structures, and to determine how Ursuline can enhance its cultural competency skills, and create an ever more inclusive, welcoming community. Dr. Curtis states, “Ursuline Academy, from its inception, has always aspired to be a community that values and affirms the differences and individuality of each and every girl. We believe that diverse perspectives fuel creative and innovative thinking and problem solving, build empathy, enrich interactions, and provide varied skills and experiences from which the entire school benefits. As a school, we consider cultural competency essential to the pursuit of excellence and success, both on campus and beyond.”
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That same sense of shared purpose and unparalleled pride in the Academy mission carries forth in Dr. Curtis’ recent efforts at the school. As the first all-girls’ Catholic school in the nation, the Ursuline Sisters were the very first to provide classes for female African American slaves, free women of color, and Native Americans. They also provided the first center of social welfare in the Mississippi Valley and the first boarding school in Louisiana. “The Ursuline ability to be the first, identify challenges and to seek ways of addressing them with creativity and courage, to show our contemporaries how to ‘lead new lives,’ is a distinctive strain of our DNA, and one we must leverage in the face of our current crisis,” Curtis said.
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PICKING THE RIGHT SCHOOL FOR YOUR CHILD IS HARD We let the leaders do the talking to help you make the best choice METAIRIE PARK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Head of School (Interim) Ian L. Craig Established in 1929, Metairie Park Country Day School is a co-educational, non-denominational, independent school where care and cultivation of each child, from Pre-K through 12th grade, come to life with exciting and innovative approaches to teaching. The use of advanced technology and an expansive, rigorous curriculum opens the world to Country Day students, and faculty teaches them the importance of individual achievement through a depth of inquiry rather than a mere recitation of facts. Visit an admission open house or email admissions@mpcds.com for a private tour. Upcoming open houses include Pre-K, October 22 at 6:30 pm and grades 6th–12th, November 17 at 6:30 pm.
300 Park Rd. Metairie 504.837.5204 mpcds.com
ST. ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lindsay S. Guidry, Principal For over 45 years, St. Ann Catholic School has been educating students in Metairie. Serving approximately 850 students from PK2 through 7th grade, it is one of the largest Catholic elementary schools within the Archdiocese of New Orleans. St. Ann students are taught by experienced, certified, and dedicated teachers who focus on teaching the students to know, love, and serve God.
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With over 18 years of experience in education, Principal Lindsay Guidry is proud of the sense of community that is provided at St. Ann School. It is often said that a parent is a child’s first teacher, and at St. Ann School, the transition from learning at home to learning in a classroom is seamless.
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“The goal of Catholic education is to inspire students to form a lifelong relationship with God and a love of learning,” says Guidry. “Our mission is to educate the whole child by fostering lifelong moral integrity, Catholic faith and academic excellence. As principal, I work alongside our dedicated faculty and staff, parents, pastoral staff, and parish community members to help each student reach his or her highest potential.”
4921 Meadowdale Street Metairie 504.455.8383 stannschool.org
The school’s Pre-K program is designed specifically for two-, three-, and fouryear old children, and is explorative, creative, and child-centered. Our school motto is “Think, Reach, Shine!” To prepare our students for high school and beyond, technology is placed in the hands of all students. The St. Ann School family includes an active and supportive Home & School Club, Men’s Club, and Grandparent’s Club. Prospective parents are encouraged to visit the school website to learn more and schedule a virtual walk-through tour.
In 1984, our founder, Pat Lacoste, opened Kinder Haus Montessori School in Metairie, followed by our Mandeville campus in 1996, with the vision of providing the highest quality care for young children. Now, as we begin our 36th school year, we celebrate the joys that Montessori has brought to thousands of children who have passed through our doors. We truly believe that Montessori is a gift for life. We fully embrace the Montessori philosophy of education, allowing children to experience its lifelong benefits. The teaching methods focus on work that helps develop a child’s ability to concentrate, be self-motivated, self-directed, selfconfident, and independent. Children learn to care for their own needs by helping with snack time and taking care of the environment. This fosters their natural desire to be independent and self-confident, which they take pride in. Children are encouraged to explore their environment and have freedom to make choices. It’s also stimulating and child-oriented, a place where they can learn and explore without fear. Freedom within a structured environment helps develop a sense of order and purpose, which increases critical thinking skills, decision-making, understanding of natural consequences, and encourages creativity.
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KINDER HAUS MONTESSORI
Kinder Haus introduces each child to academic foundations in Math, Science, Language, and Geography. Teachers give individual lessons to support the children socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Children who come through our doors leave with compassion, independence, self-esteem, concentration, and a love for learning. We invite anyone eager to brighten their world to come visit.
5201 W. Napoleon Avenue Metairie kinderhausmontessori.com
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FALL 2020 SCHOOL LISTINGS
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School Listings
To help you find the right school for your child, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of area schools. This convenient go-to guide for the 2020-21 school year includes grades taught, student to faculty ratios, virtual and on-site open house dates, and applicable tuitions. A handy calendar of school fall open houses also can be found in this issue. We do our best to verify all information prior to press time, but details are subject to change. Please confirm information directly with a school.
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Note: Unless specified, tuition figures do not include additional fees.
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Orleans Parish Abeona House Child Discovery Center 3401 Canal St. New Orleans, 504.486.0510, abeonahouse.org Public/Co-ed Executive Director: Amelia Singleton Grades Taught: 6 weeks–5 years Tuition: See website for more information. Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students Enrolled: not available at press time Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
Abramson Sci Academy 5552 Read Blvd., New Orleans, 504.373.6264, asa.collegiateacademies.org Public/Charter/Co-ed Principal: Rhonda Dale Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: 582 Open House: Not available at press time
Alice M. Harte Charter School 5300 Berkley Dr., New Orleans, 504.373.6281, alicemhartecharter.org Public/Charter/Co-ed Principal: Robert Hill Grades Taught: Pre-K–8th Tuition: Free, one Pre-K class is tuition based. Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: Approximately 777 Open House: N/A
Benjamin Franklin Elementary Mathematics & Science School Jefferson Campus (Grades Pre-K–5th): 1116 Jefferson Ave., New Orleans Nashville Campus (Grades 6th–8th): 401 Nashville Ave., New Orleans
Audubon Charter School - Uptown
504.304.3932, babyben.org CEO/Principal: Charlotte Matthew Grades Taught: Pre-K–8th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: 781 Open House: Not available at press time
Lower School: 428 Broadway St., New Orleans, 504.324.7100, auduboncharter.com
Benjamin Franklin High School
Public/Charter/Montessori/French/Co-ed CEO: Latoye Brown Principal: Missy Forcier Grades Taught: Pre-K3–3rd Tuition: Free (K–3rd) & $5,100 (Pre-K3–Pre-K4) Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1 (Montessori classes) & 25:1 (French classes) Number of Students: 455 Upper School: 1111 Milan St., New Orleans, 504.324.7110, auduboncharter.com Public/Charter/Montessori/French/Co-ed CEO: Latoye Brown Principal: Adrienne Collopy Grades Taught: 4th–8th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1 (Montessori classes) & 25:1 (French classes) Number of students: 430 Open House: N/A
2001 Leon C. Simon Dr., New Orleans, 504.286.2600, bfhsla.org Public/Charter/Co-ed Head of School: Dr. Patrick Widhalm Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 15:1 Number of Students: 1,000 Open House: TBD
Bricolage Academy of New Orleans 2426 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, 504.539.4505, bricolagenola.org
504.269.1213, ashrosary.org
Audubon Charter School - Gentilly
Public/Charter/Co-Ed CEO: Troave’ Profice Principal: Antigua Wilbern Grades Taught: Pre-K–7th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Average ratio is 8:1. Number of Students: 569 Open House: N/A
Catholic/All Girls Headmistress: Sr. Melanie A. Guste, R.S.C.J., Ph.D. Tuition: $10,010–$20,625 Grades Taught: Ages 1–12th Grade Student/Faculty Ratio: 6:1 Total Number of Students: 741 Open House: TBD, Middle & Upper School). Little Hearts and Lower School personal tours available by appointment. Virtual: Tour available online, ashrosary.org/ virtual.
4720 Painters St., New Orleans, 504.309.9434, auduboncharter.com
Brother Martin High School
Algiers Point Montessori
1456 Gardena Dr., New Orleans, 504.373.6267, firstlineschools.org/arthur-ashe-charterschool/
Academy of the Sacred Heart Rosary Campus (Grades 5th–12th): 4521 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans Mater Campus (Ages 1–4th Grade): 4301 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans
Private/Co-ed Director: Grace Millsaps Grades Taught: 1–4 years Tuition: not available at press time Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: not available at press time Open House: Tours by appointment only.
Arthur Ashe Charter School
Public/Charter/Co-ed School Director: Shanda Gentry Grades Taught: K–8th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 30:2 Number of Students: 850 Open House: N/A
4401 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans, 504.283.1561, brothermartin.com Catholic/Male Principal: Ryan Gallagher Grades Taught: 8th–12th Tuition: *$10,810 (*interest free), $11,460 (including fees) Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1 Number of Students: 1,100 Open House: Nov. 5, 4–7 pm
Cabrini High School 1400 Moss St., New Orleans, 504.482.1193, cabrinihigh.com Catholic/Female Principal: Yvonne L. Hrapmann‘76 Grades Taught: 8th–12th Tuition: $11,150 Student/Faculty Ratio: 10:1 Number of Students: 375 Open House: Oct. 1, 4–7 pm Virtual: Virtual introduction available on website.
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621 Bouny St., New Orleans, algierspointmontessori.com
Public/Charter/Montessori/French/Co-ed CEO: Latoye Brown Principal: David LaViscount, Ph,D Grades Taught: Pre-K3–4th Tuition: Free (K–2nd) & $5,100 (Pre-K3–K4) Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1 Number of students: 255 Open House: N/A
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Virtual experience or open house tour available online at these schools. Cathedral Montessori School 9 Fortress Rd., New Orleans, 504.252.4871, cathedralmontessori.com Montessori/Co-ed Director: Jan Weiner Grades Taught: Ages 3–6 & Grades 1st–5th Tuition: $7,740 (Primary) & $9,450 (Elementary) Student/Faculty Ratio: 10:1 Number of Students: 85 Virtual: Tours TBD
Christian Brothers School 504.486.6770, cbs-no.org Catholic, PreK-7 President: Joey Scaffidi Student/Faculty Ratio: 11:1 Total Number of Students: 800 City Park Campus: 8 Friederichs Ave., New Orleans Catholic/Male Principal: Michael Prat Grades Taught: 5th–7th, all boys Tuition: $8,200 Open House: Oct. 13*, 6:30 pm Virtual Open House: N/A Canal Street Campus: 4600 Canal St., New Orleans Catholic/Female Principal: Richard Neider Grades Taught: 5th–7th, all girls Tuition: $7,825 Open House: Oct. 26*, 6:30 pm Canal Street Campus: 4600 Canal St., New Orleans Catholic/Co-Ed/Elementary Principal: Richard Neider Grades Taught: PreK-4, boys and girls Tuition: $7,700 Open House: Oct. 26*, 6:30 pm *See website to confirm Open House dates.
De La Salle High School
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Catholic/Co-ed President: Paul Kelly Principal: Perry Rogers Grades Taught: 8th–12th Tuition: $9,850 Student/Faculty Ratio: 22:1 Number of Students: Not available at press time Open House: Not available at press time
Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans 812 General Pershing St., New Orleans, 504.896.4500, ebnola.net Private/French/Co-ed Head of School: Pierre-Loïc Denichou Grades Taught: 18 months–8th Grade
Tuition: $10,050–$17,355 Student/Faculty Ratio: 7:1 Number of Students: 350 Virtual: Virtual open house will be scheduled this fall. See website for information.
Tuition: $7,425–$9,125 Student/Faculty Ratio: 12:1 Number of Students: 955 Open House: Call the Admissions Office at 504.942.1871 or 504.942.1859.
Edna Karr High School
6325 Cromwell Pl., New Orleans, 504.861.1466, hnjschool.org
Holy Name of Jesus 3332 Huntlee Dr., New Orleans, 504.302.7135, ednakarr.org Public/Charter/Co-ed Principal: Dr. Chauncey Nash Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 20:1 Number of Students: 1,082
Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Kirsch Jones Wilberg, M.A. Grades Taught: Pre-K3–7th Tuition: $6,345–$8,670 Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by age Number of Students: 470 Open House: Visit website for information. Virtual: Visit website for more information.
Edward Hynes Charter School Lakeview Campus: 990 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, 504.324.7160, hynesschool.com
International High School of New Orleans
Public/Charter/Co-ed CEO: Dr. Michelle B. Douglas Principal: Anne Cramer Grades Taught: Pre-K–8th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: 694 Open House: not available at press time
727 Carondelet St., New Orleans, 504.613.5703, ihsnola.org
UNO Campus: 6101 Chatham Drive, New Orleans, 504.359.7700, hynesschool.com Principal: Brittany Smith Grades Taught: K-1st Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: 213 Open House: Not available at press time
ENCORE Academy 2518 Arts St., New Orleans, 504.444.2224, encorelearning.org Public/Charter/Co-ed/Arts Focused CEO/School Leader: Terri Smith Grades Taught: Pre-K–8th Tuition: Free (Pre-K–8th), Pre-K is LA4 (free) and tuition based Student/Faculty Ratio: 15:1 Number of Students: 610
Holy Cross School Middle and High School Campus (Grades 5-12): 5500 Paris Ave., New Orleans Primary School Campus (Grades PK-4): 5601 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans 504.942.3100, holycrosstigers.com Catholic/Male Headmaster: Sean Martin Chief School Officer: Eric DesOrmeaux Dean of Primary School: Brian Kitchen Dean of Middle School: Ronnie Kornick Dean of High School: Phillip White Grades Taught: Pre-K–12th
Public-Charter/Co-ed Head of School: Sean Wilson Principal: Adierah Berger Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 20:1 Number of Students: 575 Open House: Not available at press time
International School of Louisiana Student/Faculty Ratio: 15:1 Number of Students: 1,404 Open House: not available at press time
Dixon Campus - French and Spanish language immersion 4040 Eagle St., New Orleans, 504.934.4875, isl-edu.org Public/Charter/Co-ed Principal: Rosa Alvarado Grades Taught: K–2nd Tuition: Free
Uptown Campus - French and Spanish language immersion 1400 Camp St., New Orleans, 504.654.1088, isl-edu.org Public/Charter/Co-ed Principal: Laura Adelman-Cannon Grades Taught: 3rd–8th Tuition: Free
Westbank Campus - Spanish language immersion 502 Olivier St., New Orleans, 504.274.4571, isl-edu.org Public/Charter/Co-ed Principal: Rosa Alvarado Grades Taught: K–5th Tuition: Free
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Isidore Newman School
Louise S. McGehee School
1903 Jefferson Ave., New Orleans, 504.899.5641, www.newmanschool.org
2343 Prytania St., New Orleans, 504.561.1224, mcgeheeschool.com
Private/Co-ed Head of School: Dale M. Smith Grades Taught: 6 weeks–12th Tuition: $20,692–$26,973, includes fees Student/Faculty Ratio: Not available at press time Number of Students: not available at press time Open House: Not available at press time
Private/Female (Little Gate is co-ed) Headmistress: Dr. Kimberly Field-Marvin Grades Taught: Infants–12th Grade Tuition: $7,020–$24,000 Student/Faculty Ratio: Not available at press time Number of Students: not available at press time Open House: Not available at press time Virtual: Tour available online.
KIPP Frederick Douglass High School 3820 St. Claude Ave. (Douglass), New Orleans, 504.373.6255, kipp.org/school/kipp-renaissance-high-school
Lusher Charter School
Public/Charter/Co-ed School Leader: Mrs. Towana Pierre-Floyd Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Not available at press time Number of Students: 587
Middle and High School: 5624 Freret St., New Orleans, 504.304.3960, lusherschool.org
Lower School: 7315 Willow St., New Orleans, 504.862.5110, lusherschool.org
La Escuelita
Public/Charter/Co-ed President/CEO: Kathy Riedlinger Grades Taught: K–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by grade Number of Students: 1,825 Open House: See website for dates.
1519 Dumaine Street, New Orleans, 504.784.0364, laescuelitaneworleans.com
Lycée Français de la Nouvelle Orléans
Private Day Care/Co-ed/Spanish Immersion Head of School: Andrea Ruiz Grades Taught: Crawlers–3 years Tuition: M-F: $1,475 month; T/Th: $590/month; & M/W/F: $885/month Student/Faculty Ratio: 5:1 Number of Students: Five students/day Open House: Individual daily tours at 4 pm.
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School 11110 Lake Forest Blvd., New Orleans, 504.826.7140, lakeforestcharter.org Public/Charter/Co-ed School Leader: Mardele S. Early Principal: Robert M. Bell, IV Grades Taught: Pre-K–8th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Ranges from 15:1 to 20:1 Number of Students: 646
Livingston Collegiate Academy
Johnson Campus (Grades 3rd–9th): 1800 Monroe St., New Orleans 504.620.5500, lfno.org Public/Charter/Co-ed CEO: Marina Schoen Lower School Principal: Danielle Dufauchard Upper School Principal: Chana Benenson Grades Taught: Pre-K4–9th Tuition: Pre-K4, tuition based/free; Free for K–9th Student/Faculty Ratio: 10:1 (Pre-K4), 12:1 (K), & 25:1 (1st–9th) Number of Students: Estimate 1,000 Open House: TBD
Mount Carmel Academy 7027 Milne Blvd., New Orleans, 504.288.7626, mcacubs.com Catholic/Female President: Sr. Camille Anne Campbell Principal: Beth Ann Simno Grades Taught: 8th–12th Tuition: $9,600 Student/Faculty Ratio: 9:1 Number of Students: 1,250 Open House: Oct. 10, See website for more information. Virtual: See website for more information.
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA) 2800 Chartres St., New Orleans, 504.940.2787, nocca.com Public-Arts/Co-ed President: Kyle Wedberg Grades Taught: 7th–12th Student/Faculty Ratio: 15:1 Number of Students: 550 Open House: TBA
New Orleans JCC Nursery School and Pre-K 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, 504.897.0143, nojcc.org Jewish/Open to all/Co-ed Director: Adrienne Shulman Grades Taught: 13 months–5 years (including Pre-K) Tuition: $6,015–$11,420 Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by age Virtual: Virtual meet-and-greet available. Contact the director for more information.
Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary Charter School
New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy
2401 Humanity St., New Orleans, 504.324.7076, bethunenola.org
425 O’Bannon St., New Orleans, 504.227.3810, nomma.net
Public/Charter/Co-ed Principal/CEO: Mary Haynes-Smith Grades Taught: Pre-K–8th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 26:1 Number of Students: 682
Principal: Daniel Garbarino Grades Taught: 8th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 23:1 Number of Students: 1,000 Open House: TBD
Morris Jeff Community School
Nola Nature School
Elementary and Middle School (Grades Pre-K–8th): 211 S. Lopez St., New Orleans, 504.373.6258
1009 Harrison Ave New Orleans, 504.442.0481, nolanatureschool.com
High School (Grades 9th–12th): 1301 N. Derbigny St., New Orleans, 504.355.0210 morrisjeffschool.org
Private/Co-ed Founder/Director: Clare Loughran Ages Taught: 3-6 years Tuition: $3,600–$9,000 Student/Faculty Ratio: 5:1 Number of Students: Not available at press time Open Houses: Not available at press time
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7301 Dwyer Rd, New Orleans, 504.503.0004, collegiateacademies.org/ LivingstonCollegiate Public/Charter/Co-ed Principal: Evan Stoudt Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 15:1 Number of Students: 600
Patton Campus (Grades Pre-K4–2nd): 5951 Patton St., New Orleans
Public/Charter/Co-ed Head of School: Patricia Perkins Grades Taught: Pre-K4–12th Tuition: Free (K–12th) & based on family income (Pre-K4) Student/Faculty Ratio: 12:1 Number of Students: 1,200
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Virtual experience or open house tour available online at these schools. Royal Castle Child Development Center 3800 Eagle St., New Orleans, 504.488.1045, royalcastlekids.com Private/Co-ed Director: Pearlie Harris Grades Taught: 6 weeks–5 years Tuition: Varies by age. Student/Faculty Ratio: Low; meets NAEYC/ National Standards Number of Students: 100 Open House: Tours arranged daily; call to schedule.
Samuel J. Green Charter School 2319 Valence St, New Orleans, 504.304-3532, firstlineschools.org/samuel-j-green-charterschool Public/Charter/Co-Ed Director: Ava Lee Grades: Pre-K–8th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 8:1 Number of Students: 505 Open House: TBD
Sophie B. Wright Charter School 1426 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans, 504.304-3916, sophiebwrightschool.com Public/Charter/Co-ed Principal: Sharon L. Clark Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: approx. 530 Open House: TBD
St. Andrew the Apostle Roman Catholic School 3131 Eton St., New Orleans, 504.394.4171, sasno.org
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Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Katherine Houin Grades Taught: 8 weeks–7th Grade Tuition: $5,538–6,658 Student/Faculty Ratio: Not available at press time Number of Students: Not available at press time Open House: Jan. 27, 6 pm
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St. Andrew’s Episcopal School 8012 Oak St., New Orleans, 504.861.3743, saesnola.org Episcopal/Co-ed Head of School: Kathryn Fitzpatrick Grades Taught: 12 months–8th Grade Tuition: $13,965–$15,165 (Pre-K–8th) Student/Faculty Ratio: 5:1 Number of Students: 200 Open House: TBD. Tours by appointment only. Virtual: See website for more information.
St. Augustine High School
St. Pius X Catholic School
2600 A.P. Tureaud Ave., New Orleans, 504.944.2424, staugnola.org
6600 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans, 504.282.2811, school.stpiusxnola.org
Catholic/Male President/CEO: Kenneth St. Charles, Ph.D. Class of ‘81 Grades Taught: 8th–12th Tuition: $9,175 Student/Faculty Ratio: 16:1 Number of Students: 540 Open House: Not available at press time
Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Deirdre D. Macnamara Grades Taught: Pre-K3–7th Tuition: $5,125–$5,975 Student/Faculty Ratio: 11:1 Number of Students: 590 Open House: Visit website for more information. Virtual: Visit website for more information.
St. George’s Episcopal School 923 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans, 504.891.5509, stgnola.org Episcopal/Co-ed Headmaster: Dr. Joseph Kreutziger Grades Taught: 1 year–8th Grade Tuition: Preschool: $5,940–$22,580 Student/Faculty Ratio: 5:1 Number of Students: Approximately 400 Open House: Oct. 22 (age 1-2nd grade), Nov. 14 (all grades), Jan. 9 (age 1-2nd grade), 8:30-10 am Virtual: A virtual option will be available if on-campus tours are unavailable.
St. Rita Catholic School 65 Fontainebleau Dr., New Orleans,504.866.1777, stritanola.org Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Shanda Theriot Grades Taught: Pre-K–7th Tuition: not available at press time Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: not available at press time Open House: Not available at press time
Stuart Hall School for Boys St. John Lutheran School 3937 Canal St., New Orleans, 504.488.6641, sjlno.com Lutheran/Co-ed Principal: Bethany Jones Gonski Grades Taught: 3 years–8th Grade Tuition: $5,900–$6,400 Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by grade Number of Students: 170 Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
St. Mary’s Dominican High School 7701 Walmsley Ave., New Orleans, 504.865.9401, www.stmarysdominican.org Catholic/Female President: Dr. Cynthia A. Thomas Principal: Carolyn Favre Grades Taught: 8th–12th Tuition: $10,340 Student/Faculty Ratio: 15:1 Number of Students: 891 Open House: Oct. 15* *Events scheduled prior to COVID-19 will take place only if they follow health protocols based on guidelines from local, state, and federal health and education agencies.
St. Paul’s Episcopal School
2032 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, 504.861.1954, stuarthall.org Catholic/Male Head of School: Kevin Avin Grades Taught: Pre-K3–7th Tuition: $12,900–$15,500 Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: not available at press time Open House: Private tours available by appointment. Contact Libby B. McGinn, Director of Admissions, for more information (lmcginn@stuarthall.org).
Trinity Episcopal School 1315 Jackson Ave., New Orleans, 504.525.8661, www.trinitynola.org Episcopal/Co-ed Headmaster: The Rev. E. Gary Taylor Grades Taught: 15 months–8th Grade Tuition: $15,250–$21,950 Student/Faculty Ratio: 7:1 Number of Students: 425 Virtual: Contact the Admissions Office for virtual open house tour.
University Montessori School
6249 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, 504.488.1319, stpauls-lakeview.org
7508 Burthe St., New Orleans, 504.865.1659, umsnola.org
Episcopal/Co-ed Head of School: Charleen Schwank Grades Taught: 6 weeks–8th Grade Tuition: $12,110–$15,475 Student/Faculty Ratio: 7.5:1 Number of Students: 244 Open Houses: TBD Virtual: In development. Visit website for more information.
Montessori/Co-ed Director: Teddi Locke Grades Taught: 20 months–6 years Tuition: $7,070–$12,260 Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by age group Number of Students: 40 Open House: Email info@umsnola.org for more information.
Alice Birney Elementary School
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish
2635 State Street, New Orleans, 504.861.9150, go.uanola.org
Ursuline Academy
5829 Hastings St., Metairie, 504.885.1044, birney.jpschools.org
979 Behrman Hwy., Terrytown, 504.290.2510, athlosjp.org
Catholic/Female President: Dr. Margarita O’Byrne Curtis Grades Taught: 1 year–12th Grade Tuition: $11,655 Student/Faculty Ratio: 9:1 in Elementary School / 11:1 in High School Number of Students: 550 Open House: Oct. 22, 5-7 pm (Grades 8th-12th) & Oct. 23, 8:30-10 am (Grades Toddler 1-7th) Virtual: Contact Becky McLellan, Director of Admissions, at 504.866.5292, admissions@ uanola.org, or visit uanola.org for digital tour package information.
Public/Co-ed Principal: Deborah Dantin Grades Taught: Pre-K–5th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Not available at press time. Number of Students: Approximately 500
Charter/Co-ed Executive Director: Keisha Rogers Grades Taught: K–8th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: N/A Number of Students: 900+ Open House: See website for more information.
Waldorf School of New Orleans Main Campus (Nursery–8th Grade): 2539 Columbus St., New Orleans, 504.525.2420, waldorfnola.org Early Childhood Center: 2010 Peniston St., New Orleans, 504.345.2236, waldorfnola.org Waldorf/Co-ed Head of School: Joseph Peychaud Grades Taught: 18 months–8th Grade Tuition: $6,019–$12,092 Student/Faculty Ratio: 9:1 Number of Students: 130 Open House: Contact the Enrollment Director at 504.525.2420 for more information.
Warren Easton Charter High School 3019 Canal St., New Orleans, 504.324.7400, wechs.org Public/Charter/Co-ed Principal: Mervin Jackson Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 25:1 Number of Students: 986
Archbishop Chapelle High School 8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 504.467.3105, archbishopchapelle.org Catholic/Female Head of School: Connie Leggio Dantagnan, ‘88 Grades Taught: 8th–12th Tuition: $9,100 Student/Faculty Ratio: 8:1 Number of Students: 575 Open House: Nov. 5, 6 pm Virtual: See website for more information.
Archbishop Rummel High School
Atonement Lutheran Church and School 6500 Riverside Dr., Metairie, 504.887.0225, alcs.org Lutheran/Co-ed Principal: Doug C. Molin Grades Taught: Pre-K3–8th Tuition: $2,820–$5,860 Student/Faculty Ratio: 15:1 Number of Students: 180 Open House: Oct. 14, 5–7 pm & Jan. 20, 5–7 pm Virtual: See website for more information.
Beary Cherry Tree
1901 Severn Ave., Metairie, 504.834.5592, rummelraiders.com
3117 Lake Villa Dr., Metairie, 504.455.1950, bearycherrytree.com
Lasallian/Male Principal: Marc Milano, ’90 Grades Taught: 8th–12th Tuition: $9,150 Student/Faculty Ratio: 17:1 Number of Students: 675 Open House: Nov. 10, 6 pm Virtual: Open House TBD
Private/Co-ed Director: Paula Polito and Colleen Eddington Ages Taught: Birth–4 years Tuition: $185/week Student/Faculty Ratio: 4:1 (Infants), 5:1 (1&2 years), & 10:1 (3&4 years) Number of Students: 240 Open House: Jan. 24, 3:30–6 pm Virtual Open House: TBD
Archbishop Shaw High School 1000 Salesian Lane, Marrero, 504.340.6727, archbishopshaw.org
Alfred Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School
Arden Cahill Academy
2801 Bruin Dr., Kenner, 504.443.4564, bonnabel.jpschools.org
3101 Wall Blvd., Gretna, 504.392.0902, ardencahillacademy.com
Public/Co-ed Principal: Adam Lanford, Ed. D Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: 1,284
Private/Co-ed Principal: Mary Kevin Cahill Grades Taught: 6 weeks–12th Grade Tuition: $675/month (Infant Centre); $7,500 (Pre-k3); $7,600 (Pre-k5–8th); and $8,000 (9th–12th) Student/Faculty Ratio: 11:1 Number of Students: 450 Open House: Oct. 22. Private tours scheduled 9 am-7:30 pm Virtual: Open House TBD
East Jefferson High School 400 Phlox Ave., Metairie, 504.888.7171, eastjefferson.jpschools.org Public/Co-ed Principal: Benjamin Moscona Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Not available at press time Number of Students: Approximately 1,100–1,200
Ecole Classique 5236 Glendale St., Metairie, 504.887.3507, ecoleclassique.com Private/Co-ed Principal: David Federico Grades Taught: 2 years–12th Grade Tuition: $2,900–$6,200 Student/Faculty Ratio: 15:1 Number of Students: 400 Open House: Call to schedule a tour. Freeman Learning Center (for students with learning differences) Grades Taught: Pre-K–12th Tuition: $8,600–$9,500 Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
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Jefferson Parish
Catholic/Male Director: Fr. Louis Molinelli, SDB Principal: Dr. Mark Williams, ‘85 Grades Taught: 8th–12th Tuition: $9,300 Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: Not available at press time Open House: Not available at press time
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Virtual experience or open house tour available online at these schools. Grace King High School 4301 Grace King Pl., Metairie, 504.888.7334, king.jpschools.org Public/Co-ed Principal: Sharon Meggs-Hamilton Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by grade Number of Students: Approximately 1,370
Haynes Academy for Advanced Studies 1416 Metairie Rd., Metairie, 504.837.8300, haynes.jpschools.org Magnet/Advanced Studies/Co-ed Principal: Karla Russo Grades Taught: 6th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Not available at press time Number of Students: Approximately 866 Virtual: See website for more information.
Jewish Community Day School of Greater New Orleans 3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 504.887.4091, jcdsnola.org Jewish/Co-ed Head of School: Dr. Brad Philipson Grades Taught: Infants–6th Grade Tuition: $970-$11,995 Student/Faculty Ratio: 6:1 Number of Students: 78 Open House (Virtual Available): Oct. 18, noon. In-Person tours after school. Virtual: Tours available online.
John Calvin Presbyterian Playschool
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Presbyterian/Co-ed Director: Lauren Crisler Oufnac Grades Taught: 1 year–Transitional Kindergarten (turning 5 by Dec. 31 of current school year) Tuition: $2,125–$3,950 (includes registration fee) Student/Faculty Ratio: 6:1 Number of Students: 160 Open House: Jan. 14, 6:30 pm & private tours throughout the year. Virtual: Private virtual tours are available.
John Curtis Christian School Upper School: 10125 Jefferson Hwy, River Ridge, 504.737.4621, johncurtis.com Christian/Co-ed Headmaster: J.T. Curtis Jr. Principal: Leon Curtis Grades Taught: 7th–12th Tuition: $8,745-$9,570 (does not include transportation fees) Student/Faculty Ratio: 21:1 Number of Students: 485
Open Houses: Oct. 19 & Feb. 1, 5:30–7 pm Virtual: See website for more information. Lower School: 10931 Jefferson Hwy, River Ridge, 504.737.0208, johncurtis.com Christian/Co-ed Principal: Deborah Curtis Eutsler Grades Taught: 15 months–6th Grade Tuition: $7,040-$7,898 (does not include transportation fees) Student/Faculty Ratio: 21:1 Number of Students: 421 Open Houses: Oct. 19 & Feb. 1, 5:30–7 pm Virtual: See website for more information.
Kehoe-France School 720 Elise Ave., Metairie, 504.733.0472, kehoe-france.com Private/Co-ed Head of School: Dr. Tanya Price Grades Taught: 8 weeks–7th Grade Tuition: $7,075-$12,700 Student/Faculty Ratio: 7:1 Number of Students: 440 Open House: Private tours available upon request. Virtual: See website for more information.
Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy Maine Campus: 2504 Maine Ave., Metairie, 504.233.4720 (Grades K-4th), discoveryhsf.org Vintage Campus: 201 Vintage Dr., Kenner, 504.233.4720 (Grades 5th-7th) Loyola Campus: 3837 Loyola Dr., Kenner, 504.233.4720 (Grades 8th-12th) Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy, Jefferson Campus: 2012 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson, 504.233.4720 (Grades K-4th) Charter/Co-ed Head of School: Patty Glaser, Ph.D Grades Taught: K–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Ratio varies by age/grade. Number of Students: Approximately 2,400 Back to School Nights: TBD (for current students only) Virtual: Open House TBD
Kinder Haus Montessori 5201 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, 504.454.2424, kinderhausmontessori.com Private/Co-ed Director: Lacie Darby Grades Taught: 1 year–K Tuition: $145-$202/week (lunch and additional extended hours available; not listed as tuition costs) Student/Faculty Ratio: dlers 6:1 (ages 1–2), Preschool 8:1 (ages 2–4), & Pre-K & Kindergarten 12:1 (ages 3–6) Number of Students: 69 (per day) Open House: Call to schedule a tour, by appointment only. Virtual: See website for more information.
The Little School 2216 Metairie Rd., Metairie, 504.835.9964, thelittleschoolmetairie.com Episcopal/Co-ed Director: Renée Hemel Grades Taught: 2–5 years Tuition: $2,000–$6,100 (fees for extended hours not included) Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by age group Number of Students: 65 Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
Metairie Park Country Day School 300 Park Rd., Metairie, 504.837.5204, mpcds.com Private/Co-ed Head of School: Ian L. Craig, Interim Head of School Grades Taught: Pre-K–12th Tuition: $9,990–$22,660 Student/Faculty Ratio: 8:1 / 18:1 (varies by subject and division level) Number of Students: 750 Open House: Oct. 22, (Pre-K) & Nov. 17, (Grades 6-12), 6:30 pm. See website for additional open house and tour opportunities. Virtual: Tours are TBD
Mount Olive Lutheran Preschool 315 Ridgelake Dr., Metairie, 504.835.3891, mountolivelutheran.net Lutheran/Co-ed Director: Virginia Crawford Ages Taught: 3–4 years Tuition: Call for information or to schedule a tour. Student/Faculty Ratio: 5:1 Open House: Call for information or a tour.
Parkway Presbyterian Preschool 6200 Camphor St., Metairie, 504.733.6340, parkwaypresbyterianchurch.com Presbyterian/Co-ed Director: Marlene Cooke Grades Taught: 14 months–K Tuition: $1,440–$2,700 Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: Not available at press time. Open House: not available at press time
Patrick F. Taylor Science and Technology Academy 701 Churchill Pkwy, Avondale, 504.838.2249, pftsta.com Public-Magnet/Co-ed Principal: Jaime Zapico Grades Taught: 6th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 20:1 Number of Students: 831 Virtual: Open house, Aug. 18, 5:30 pm (Middle School) & Aug. 20, 6 pm (High School)
Phoebe Hearst Elementary School 5208 Wabash St., Metairie, 504.887.8814, hearst.jpschools.org Public/Dual Language/Co-ed Principal: Valentine Williams Grades Taught: Pre-K–5th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by grade Number of Students: 619 Open House: N/A
Ridgewood Preparatory School 201 Pasadena Ave., Metairie, 504.835.2545, ridgewoodprep.com Private/Co-ed Headmaster: M.J. Montgomery Jr. Grades Taught: Pre-K–12th Tuition: $5,300-$7,400 (fees not included) Student/Faculty Ratio: 8:1 Number of Students: 300 Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
Riverdale High School 240 Riverdale Dr., Jefferson, 504.833.7288, riverdalehigh.jpschools.org Public/Co-ed Principal: Danielle Yunusah Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 17:1 Number of Students: 1,162
St. Angela Merici School 835 Melody Dr., Metairie, 504.835.8491, stangelaschool.org Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Paige Bennett Grades Taught: Pre-K2–7th Tuition: Not available at press time Student/Faculty Ratio: Not available at press time Number of Students: not available at press time Open House: Not available at press time.
St. Ann Catholic School 4921 Meadowdale St., Metairie, 504.455.8383, stannschool.org
400 Codifer Blvd., Metairie, 504.831.1166, scsgators.org Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Maria Ward Grades Taught: Pre-K3–7th Tuition: $5,875–$6,555 (fees not included) Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by grade Number of Students: N/A Open House: Oct. 1, 7 pm (Middle School) & Jan. 14, 7 pm (Pre-K–7th)
St. Clement of Rome School 3978 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 504.888.0386, scrschool.org Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Ms. Kimberly Downes, M.Ed. Grades Taught: Pre-K2–7th Tuition: not available at press time Student/Faculty Ratio: not available at press time Number of Students: not available at press time Open House: not available at press time
St. Edward the Confessor School 4921 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie, 504.888.6353, steddyschool.com Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Thomas E. Becker, Ph.D. Grades Taught: Pre-K1–7th Tuition: $5,900 Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1 Number of Students: 417 Open House: Nov. 19, 9 am & 7 pm Virtual: Virtual Open House in development.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School 4335 Sal Lentini Pkwy, Kenner, 504.468.3524, seasschool.org Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Joan Kathmann Grades Taught: Pre-K1–7th Tuition: $4,500–$5,657 Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by grade Number of Students: 475 Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
St. Francis Xavier School 215 Betz Pl., Metairie, 504.833.1471, school.stfrancisxavier.com Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Jessica A. Dwyer, M.Ed. Grades Taught: Pre-K2–7th
Tuition: $5,350–$6,075 (fees not included) Student/Faculty Ratio: 25:1 Number of Students: 440 Open House: Nov. 10, 6:30–8 pm Virtual: Open House TBD
St. Louis King of France School 1609 Carrollton Ave., Metairie, 504-833-8224, slkfschool.com Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Pamela K. Schott Grades Taught: 6 weeks–7th Grade Tuition: $6,077–$6,283 (Pre-K3–7th); $9,167– $9,785 (year-round plan, 6 weeks–Pre-K2); & $8,240–$8,755 (10-month plan) Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by grade Number of Students: 400 Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
St. Martin’s Episcopal School 225 Green Acres Rd., Metairie, 504.733.0353, stmsaints.com Episcopal/Co-ed Head of School: Dr. Merry Sorrells Grades Taught: 8 weeks–12th Grade Tuition: $11,850–$24,150 Student/Faculty Ratio: Not available at press time Total Number of Students: Not available at press time Open House: Not available at press time Virtual: Open House date TBD
Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies 17 Gretna Blvd., Gretna, 504.363.4300, jpschools.org/jeffersonhigh Public/Magnet Academy/Co-ed Principal: Andrew Vincent Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: Varies by class Number of Students: 399 Open House: N/A
West Jefferson High School 2200 8th St., Harvey, 504.368.6055, westjefferson.jpschools.org Public/Co-ed Principal: Vanessa Brown-Lewis Grades Taught: 9th–12th Tuition: Free Student/Faculty Ratio: 25:1 Number of Students: 1,463 Open House: N/A
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Catholic/Co-ed Principal: Lindsay S. Guidry Grades Taught: Pre-K2–7th Tuition: $2,590–$5,790 (fees not included) Student/Faculty Ratio: 12:1 Number of Students: 850 Open House: Jan. 13, 7:30 pm
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FROM THE nola family BOOKSHELF A TREE IN THE SEA
Written by Holly Kern and Illustrated by Blaine Kern
As New Orleans celebrates and mourns the passing of New Orleans icon “Mr. Mardi Gras,” Blaine Kern, Sr., we review the book that his wife, Holly, wrote and he illustrated at the age of 90!
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Blaine Kern credited Holly with his creative spark late in life and keeping him active, and being the perfect traveling companion. The couple visited seventy countries on seven continents. These trips helped inspire the couple to create their very own children’s book, A Tree in the Sea.
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The book is an oversized 11” x 14” because Blaine said a big book was needed because HE was so big! The man who was once courted by Walt Disney to move to California and become one of the Disney artists poured all of his 65 years of artistry and float design into his one and only book! Colorful, bright, and engaging, world-renowned float designer Blaine Kern’s illustrations capture the whimsy and fun of wife Holly Kern’s fanciful story about overcoming differences and the joys of friendship. In singsong rhyming verse, Holly Kern takes readers on a dreamlike tour under the sea. There, dreamy wanderers meet a tree that is totally out of its element. Rooted to the seafloor and surrounded by the wonders of the ocean, the tree realizes how lonely life is without friends. But it is hard to make friends when we are different. As the tree slowly begins to develop friendships with the various creatures that
share the deep blue, the newly formed relationships are threatened by a group of toothy sharks. With courage and strength, the tree uses its differences to save the day. In typical Mr. Mardi Gras fashion, the aquatic friends come together to form a parade celebrating their friendship. When the book was released in 2017, Holly and Blaine did book signings all over the Greater New Orleans area. They signed books anywhere and everywhere that people wanted to see them. They signed at bookstores and gift shops, they made personalized books available to friends, family, and fans through social media, and they did book signings at Mardi Gras krewe float dens, including Bacchus and Endymion. No matter how long the line was, Holly and Blaine greeted and chatted with every person and Blaine created a special work of art for every kid along with his signature. Not only did Blaine leave us an incredible Mardi Gras legacy, but he left us a very special children’s book, A Tree in the Sea.
Scott Campbell is publisher of Pelican Publishing, a nationally recognized, local publishing company established in 1926. He also is publisher & founder of River Road Press, a local boutique house of local and regional titles.
The Changing Face of Education New Orleans parents and schools get creative to accommodate the new learning landscape. Here’s a thumbnail for understanding local available learning options. This is a different time for families, with each of you pivoting in your own way. Here’s information to help you understand available education options. What matters most, of course, is your child’s emotional wellbeing and finding the right option for them. More information about current school status and learning options is on our Nola Family website.
Learning Pods
Virtual
Variation on the long-time homeschool hybrid, this is essentially quarantining education.
Introduced in the 1990s with the advent of web-based, accredited university software, online offerings for students of all ages have proliferated since; some free, some tuition-paying, some degree-giving, others for supplemental learning.
• Also called “mico-schools,” supplemental education to pandemic online learning or for families who do not want to send their kids back to physical schools. • Small group of students, close in age, are taught by an educator - often a retired teacher - in one’s home. Benefits: • Students stay enrolled at their regular schools. • Children are on track with their curriculum. • Children have safe social groups. Drawbacks: • Dependent upon the quality of the teacher/tutor. • Cannot take the place of school. • Creates further educational inequality as most families cannot afford this.
• K-12 schools adopted this model in March 2020 as a means of quarantine learning. Benefits: • Teachers & students are able to safely interact within normally scheduled hours. • Access to coursework at all times. • Some children are better suited for emotional or intellectual reasons. Drawbacks: • Students miss social interaction and individualized attention. • Students may not “show up” or sign-in for class. • Some children may not be able to learn outside a classroom. • Wifi or private space may not be available to at-risk learners. • Even where wifi is strong, there can be interruptions.
Homeschool
Non-Public
Multiple scenarios exist for individual students / families / groups.
• Private and parochial schools normally have smaller class sizes and so are better able to safely distance students and conduct classes onsite.
• Traditional models range from the Classical with defined ideologies and Charlotte Mason, both with or without Christian learning, to Waldorf or Montessori methods, and free-form “Unschooling.” • Schooling within a community or solely as a student or family. • State regulations prevail.
• All schools have protocols for keeping students and faculty safe, with plans for quarantining and virtual classes for those grades with a COVID-positive student or teacher.
• Online via the State of Louisiana: LouisianaBelieves.com for guidelines and adhering to state laws.
Hybrid • Traditional: Homeschooled children from multiple families taught together on a regular basis, 1-2days/week, at a local facility for 5-6 hours/day. • Tutors/teachers are trained to lead the classes, and teach parents techniques to use at home in educating their kids. • 2020: Public schools across parishes are slotting students to be simultaneously taught at-school and virtually. Students learn on campus 2 days/week & virtually at home 3 days/week.
Public Schools All educators are concerned with the safety of students and their families, staff and teachers. Safety and quarantining plans are in place for all schools. • Orleans Parish - Schools started virtually, with technology distributed to families and the city working to ensure wireless connectivity; goal of getting students back into classrooms after Labor Day. • Jefferson Parish - Distributing technology to all students by start of term and working to ensure wireless coverage. In-class start date delayed to August 26. • “Virtual Jefferson” option: students learn distantly with their actual teacher and class.
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• A wide variety of virtual, for-pay schools exist on the web. These are popular for children who cannot attend school for medical reasons, and military and other families who may move often.
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Masking asking M ds Yourr Ki Kids with You 6 KEY THINGS TO KNOW RIGHT NOW ABOUT MASK SAFETY.
We all know by now that children will be required to wear masks at all times while in school and in public as a means of ensuring their and others’ health safety. Here’s a quick rundown of helpful tips and what you need to know. Check with your child’s school for exact campus requirements.
Be Compliant. Without a doubt, the best way for your child to be comfortable and compliant with
masking is for you to model proper behavior yourself. Make masks a part of your and your child’s verbal checklists before leaving the house. Keep masks for the entire family in a visible spot, by the front door, to avoid mistakes on busy mornings. Remind them that we’re doing this as much for others as for ourselves.
Be Creative. Another means of ensuring compliance and getting buy-in is by allowing your child multiple mask choices and keeping them festive. Make masks of varying styles and fabrics together, if possible, or purchase a variety for them to match their wardrobe (and if small, also for their dolls or animals). Allow your child to have different masks for different days, or ones to match their school uniform.
Start Safe. When purchasing or making cloth masks, remember that multi-layers are the way to go!
Stanford experts recommend three layers: the innermost should be a soft cotton to absorb moisture, the middle a spunbond (polyester) material, and outermost a cotton-poly fabric to repel moisture. Although any type of mask is better than no mask (except fleece, which is ineffective), researchers at Florida Atlantic University have found that these three-layer, home-made masks are much more effective at containing air particles when compared with bandanas, etc.
Stay Clean. Wash hands after touching or removing used masks. Per CDC guidelines, wash cloth masks after each use to minimize bacteria build-up. Machine wash in warm water with other clothes. Or hand wash for five minutes in a bleach-water solution (mix 4 teaspoons household bleach:1-quart room temperature water), and then rinse well with cool water. Dry masks completely in sunlight or in dryer on “high.”
Stay Safe
. Keep your cloth mask in a ziploc bag when you are not using it to contain germs. This prevents your mask from coming into contact with potentially unsanitary surfaces. This is also a good way to keep unused disposable masks in your purse or car, so you are always prepared. Keep a 2nd bag on hand for dirty disposable masks so you do not cross-contaminate your purse. Pack an extra bagged mask in your child’s backpack for those “oops” lost, dropped, or forgotten times, and stress to them not to share masks.
“A properly constructed mask provides more than enough ventilation. In fact, one way to test if your mask is well made is to try to blow out a candle through the mask from about 1-foot away. If you can’t do so, your mask might be too tightly woven. Other people feel that wearing a mask encourages people to touch their face and to loosen their adherence to other safety precautions like social distancing and hand washing. We’ve found the opposite. Wearing a mask reminds people to continue to be cautious. With a mask on, you actually touch your face less.” Stay safe out there!
Trevor Wisdom is the managing editor of Nola Family, mother of a fabulous teacher, and has been a contributor to multiple lifestyles magazines.
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Expert Opinion: Dispelling Rumors.
According to Dr. Chu of the Stanford Anesthesia Informatics and Media Lab, it’s completely erroneous to think that wearing a cloth mask for long periods of time can trap excess amounts of carbon dioxide, leading to brain damage.
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PARENTING CORNER
Preparing your children & teens for this year’s new educational adventure. As summer progresses, parents now face preparing their children and teens for the new school year amid a pandemic. What is this year going to look like? And what can be done to equip your child for what will probably be a totally new educational experience?
Parents can support younger children (preschool and elementary) in the following ways: • Talk about why it’s important to wear a mask and not touch it. Share that masks protect oneself and others from germs that can make a person sick. Give a visual demonstration by blowing a piece of balled up paper across the floor, then try doing that with a mask. Children can see that our breath can’t travel very far with a mask, making it much harder to spread germs.
• Teach children to cough and sneeze into their elbow.
For older children and teens:
• Make frequent hand washing a part of their daily routine, washing
• They will have heard more about COVID-19 and will probably
for at least 20 seconds. Sing “Happy Birthday” or “Itsy Bitsy Spider” as a good timer.
• Be a good role model. Practice safe health measures yourself in a positive, upbeat manner.
• If your child’s school is using distance learning, involve your child in a discussion of what worked last spring and what didn’t. What ideas can you come up with together so school work gets done? A child is more likely to try a solution they’ve helped develop.
• Let them know what will be different at school this year. For example, parents probably will not be able to walk into the building with their child. Knowing what to expect on the first day helps a child feel confident and prepared. It’s important to stay informed about your school’s procedures so you can communicate that information to your child.
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• When it comes to social distancing, validate their feelings and
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empathize that while it’s hard to stay away from friends, it’s an important way to keep both them and their friends safe. Remind them to wave to friends instead of hugging. Help them practice visualizing a “bubble” around their bodies and keep it from popping by avoiding contact with someone else’s bubble.
have more questions and specific concerns. Be open and honest, provide accurate information from resources such as the CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics. Discuss which social media sources of information are reliable and which are not. Be comfortable with saying “I don’t know.”
• Be a good listener and validate your teen’s feelings about social restrictions and current uncertainties. A sense of loss and frustration is understandable. Adolescents are driven to be with peers and may test rules about interactions. Discussion and negotiation may help a teen be more inclined to follow what’s non-negotiable to you. Finally, be patient with both your child and yourself as you move forward into the upcoming school year. Families are in uncharted territory during this pandemic. Think about what you would like your child to remember about this time many years from now and how you worked together and grew stronger as a family.
• When talking about school in a pandemic, be mindful of your own anxieties. Ask your child what they know about the coronavirus, give them an opportunity to ask questions, and talk about how they feel and what their concerns are. Remember that they take their cues from you. Reassure them that we are keeping them safe by washing hands, keeping distance, and wearing masks.
• Limit children’s exposure to media coverage of the virus. The constant drumbeat of frightening news is not good for anyone’s mental health, especially children.
Lisa Phillips, MSW, LMSW, and Monet Somerville, MS, both are parent educators at The Parenting Center at Children’s Hospital in New Orleans and contributors to the award-winning “Parenting Corner” column. They can be reached at 504.896.9591; chnola.org/parentingcorner.
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FINANCIAL LESSONS
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If you knew then what you know now, what changes would you make in how you approached saving money before you turned twenty? What saving habits do you exhibit now that you wish you would have started earlier? And, more importantly, what impact would that have on your finances today? An important tip for parents is making sure your kids repeat the good habits you learned and develop better habits than your poorer ones. Remember, if you don’t teach your kids how to save, someone else will. The first step in teaching kids how to save is to ensure they have some money to save. The good news is that kids today earn some type of allowance and also receive financial gifts for birthdays and holidays. According to Rooster Money, a chore tracking app, over 40% of children who receive an allowance save some of it. But, according to Bankrate, a little less than 30% of adults have no savings set aside to cover emergency expenses.
Helping your child develop good saving habits helps put them - and future generations - on the path to financial independence. Here are some tips to get them started. • Talk with them about money. Whether you are at the store, paying bills or discussing monetary gifts, ensuring kids know key financial concepts is key to their understanding the importance of saving money.
• Make sure they understand the difference between Needs and Wants. This concept is the bedrock for all the financial decisions your child will make in their lifetime. (See article in Nola Family’s July/August 2020 issue.)
• Use their money for some purchases. Match their savings for a desired purchase, such as video games, sports gear or clothing.
• Ensure they save their own money. If they don’t get an allowance, start giving them one, tied to chores, and discuss how much of it they should save. Setting up a plan for other financial gifts makes sense as well, for example, saving 10% of their allowance and 50% of other financial gifts.
• Match their savings. What an incentive, if you match their savings, dollar for dollar! It’s the quickest way to double their money and will help them develop the habit of saving. If you can’t match dollar for dollar, then match dollar for dollar up to a preset limit, just like a 401K.
• Let them see what they’re saving. When they’re younger, put the money in a glass jar; as they get older, open up a savings account and teach them how to make deposits, withdrawals, and balance it. Once they enter high school, open a checking account and teach them how to use a debit card.
• Make sure they understand the concept of taxes. I went shopping with my niece, then in high school; this concept created a great learning experience while we were at the cash register. The comedian Bill Murray said it best: if you want to teach your kids about taxes, eat 30% of their ice cream.
For more information, some courseware and workbooks, visit www.bankwithfidelity.com/finlit.
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Most importantly, be a good example for your kids. They spend their entire lives watching what you do and try to emulate your behavior in some form or fashion. Talk with them, at an appropriate level, about how your family saves and makes money decisions, and then give them examples of how you did not make a purchase or go on a trip, because you were making a sound financial decision not to. That would be one of the best financial lessons you can teach them.
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LEARNING YEARS
Learning to Live with
RISK & UNCERTAINTY Some people are natural risk-takers who are nimble and can pivot when encountering the unexpected. None of them are reading this article. For the rest of us, learning to cope with risk and uncertainty takes effort and practice. Since these two irritants will be around for a while, we should learn to adjust – if not for ourselves then for our children who are watching and learning. Stress tends to spread around like, well, a virus. When parents are anxious, kids feel it and may react to it with irritation, whining, clinginess, and bad behavior. This, in turn, creates more stress and turmoil, which is particularly tricky in close quarters all day, every day. Adults can lead by example, and in so doing can reduce the backlash of parental stress and provide a live example of stress management. The following are tactics for managing the emotional load of risk and uncertainty.
BE MINDFUL AND AWARE
MAKE A PLAN FOR COPING
CHANGE YOUR MINDSET
• Take time to be present
• Focus on controlling things that
• Embrace uncertainty and
in what you are thinking and feeling. Identify your worries and negative thoughts, write them down, and assess the real probability of the worstcase scenario coming true.
• What are the triggers or physical cues that help you know when you are emotionally vulnerable? Identify how heightened emotions, such as stress and anger, affect you (how your body feels, sleep patterns, how you act).
• What has helped you cope in the past; what makes you strong or resilient?
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unexpected turn of events led to positive things in your past?
will reduce risk (handwashing, house cleaning, wearing a mask, avoiding crowds).
• Moderate your exposure to triggers like negative people, excessive news consumption, and social media.
• Be aware of the scientific facts as they are updated and let this guide responsible decision making.
• Talk about your feelings with a good listener.
• Set an attainable goal (reading more books, planting a garden, starting a new hobby).
• Exercise more, meditate, eat a healthy diet, schedule time to relax.
• Be willing to change default coping tactics like excessive drinking, shopping, or eating.
risk as a challenge that can lead to good things. The changes forced upon us by this pandemic may actually lead to life and career changes that are good.
• Actively practice positive thinking, mediation, or prayer. (We will all survive this, this too shall pass, we will recover).
• Practice thought-stopping when you start to catastrophize or ruminate on “what if?”
• Focus on the present. • Learn to talk back to anxiety
POSITIVE BEHAVIORAL RESPONSES • Even if you are feeling anxious and depressed, smile and appear positive.
• Seek mental health and/ or spiritual guidance if you need to. Telehealth is an option.
• Take care of your health (don’t avoid going to the doctor or dentist).
• Get enough rest - sleep in particular.
• Be truly present to your children and the other people you care about. Play, listen, and tune in.
and negativity.
• Practice daily gratitude. Really! And write things down!
The above recommendations don’t come naturally to the majority of people. However, with a will to cope positively, it is possible to grow from this experience. We can recognize our own strength and adaptability in the face of risk and uncertainty. We can provide a model of this critical life skill to our children. From this point of view, our unwelcome invaders may still be a drag, but they do not have to devastate us. And while we may never develop immunity to COVID, we can learn how powerful we are when faced with adversity. What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger, right?
Pat Blackwell is a licensed psychologist who has worked with families for over 30 years. See her website for more information and her blog patblackwellphd.com
Emily Diament at the JAMNOLA art exhibit.
W H AT T O T C E P X E WH E N YOU’R E
E(duXrinPg ECoCroTnIavNiruGs) One local couple’s journey down the COVID-19 birthing rabbit hole. Just days after Emily Diament announced she was pregnant and due in early-October, Mayor LaToya Cantrell issued a citywide “stay home” mandate meant to slow Coronavirus spread. But confirmed cases continued to rise – and so did Diament’s concerns. She recalled visiting the doctor with her husband, Ramsey, by her side. “We remember asking her, ‘What should we be doing?’ But even the doctors couldn’t give us specifics on what we should be doing, because they just didn’t know,” Emily said. “The doctor pretty much told us, ‘Continue going about your life, make sure you wash your hands, and that kind of thing.’ From there, Diament set up virtual appointments with her doctor. She rarely left the house. If she saw friends, it was from six feet away. Now that she’s in her third trimester, Diament’s worry is either contracting COVID-19 and going into early labor or testing positive for the virus after checking into the hospital, and then getting separated from her baby post-delivery.
A doctor’s advice
“The risk of the newborn acquiring an infection in the hospital is very low when the mom is rooming with the baby and using infection control measures,” said Dr. Jennifer Brunet, an OB-GYN with Ochsner Baptist. “What that means is that they are six feet apart; and when the mom is breastfeeding, that she wears a mask; and that she practices appropriate hand and breast hygiene.” In-utero transmission is possible, but extremely rare, Brunet notes.
Fathers should also pack a bag, advises Brunet. “Because they are limiting the in-and-out of the hospital, the dads may not be able to go home and come back,” she said, adding that they should also wear a mask and expect to get their temperature checked when entering the hospital. Mothers who test positive for coronavirus will have to wear a mask. “If they are COVID-positive, the hospital personnel will wear the appropriate, personal protective equipment to protect themselves and the medical staff. But we’re taking care of these patients just the same,” said Brunet. Dr. Brunet emphasized that doctors are still learning about the virus. “What I’ve been telling my patients is: ‘Live your ‘new normal’ life with the appropriate measures, and you’re going to be fine.’ I don’t want them to be so anxious and stressed out that it causes other problems with the pregnancy.”
The final stretch Since Emily is expecting her first child – a girl – she doesn’t know any different than the pregnancy process she has gone through so far. “It’s been an interesting time, but there have been silver linings with us being forced to stay home,” she said, noting that she and her husband are both working from home at the moment. They’ve enjoyed morning walks together, sifted through their checklist of baby supplies, and set up the nursery, which includes a patterned wall that she’s hand-painted. “We feel we’re prepared in terms of having the house organized,” said Emily. “And we’ve appreciated the time to rest and recharge, rather than being on-the-go, because we know there’s always so much happening in New Orleans.”
Suzanne Pfefferle Tafur is a native New Orleanian and frequent contributor to The Times Picayune | New Orleans Advocate, and contributor to Gambit Weekly, New Orleans magazine, and Biz New Orleans.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) initially believed that babies should be isolated from COVIDpositive mothers. But recent studies since have determined that the risk of the mother transmitting the virus to her little one is so minimal, the AAP has revised their guidelines.
When heading to the hospital for delivery, women should pack necessary toiletries, a phone charger, pajamas, and spare clothes (in case you must extend your stay). The hospital provides diapers, wipes, and feminine hygiene products.
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Our comprehensive guide to
ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES in the ARTS, ATHLETICS, EDUCATION, SPECIAL NEEDS, AND MORE!
Studies show that kids benefit academically, emotionally, and socially from just five hours of extracurricular enrichment programming each week - including weekends. So take a look at our list and sign up your artists, athletes, and scholars for an activity or two. We’ve got lots here to choose from that will meet any and all interests!
ARTS City Park Movement and Art 4300 Dumaine St., New Orleans 504.390.7482 cityparkmovementandart.com Offering dance, acrobatics, art classes, musical theater, toddler enrichment, and more. Classes held outdoors at City Park or virtually on Zoom.
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1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, New Orleans City Park 504.658.4100 noma.org NOMA offers virtual programming, including online exhibitions, art-making activities, recommended reading lists, and more!
Ogden Museum of Southern Art 925 Camp St., New Orleans 504.539.9650 ogdenmuseum.org Offering an After School Photo Club, Virtual Studio Art classroom (for traditional schools, homeschools and pods) and the Ogden Museum Art Box, with art projects inspired by artists from the museum’s permanent collection.
Southern Arts Society 2619 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans sas2619@att.net facebook.com/southernartsociety Providing ‘in studio’ and live, unrecorded, online fine art instruction for kids and adults, ages 9 and older.
Young Aspirations | Young Artists (YAYA) 3322 LaSalle St., New Orleans 504.529.3306 Yayainc.org; info@yayainc.org Bring YAYA into your home with art kits filled with supplies and access to virtual activities to match. Each Virtual Art Activity Kit (geared to ages 5-10) is led by an awesome YAYA Alumni Teaching Artist.
Young Rembrandts of Southeast Louisiana 504.533.8485 youngrembrandts.com/selouisiana Young Rembrandts of Southeast Louisiana teaches drawing and cartooning classes for children ages 3-12. Programming includes in-person classes, On Demand classes and workshops, and Live Online classes and workshops.
BASEBALL & SOFTBALL Carrollton Boosters Various locations throughout New Orleans carrolltonboosters.org A volunteer youth sports organization offering recreational/intramural programs for boys and girls: baseball, basketball, flag football, soccer, softball, and lacrosse.
DANCE Articulate Motions Dance Academy 337 W. Harrison Ave., New Orleans 101 Commercial Square, Slidell 504.410.6009 or 504.410.4999 articulatemotions.com Offers a variety of dance classes and styles including ballet, pointe, hip hop, acrobatics, jazz, modern, tap, adult classes, competition team, and more.
Cindy Ory Dance Studio 9029 Jefferson Highway, Suite F, River Ridge 504.737.3345 orydance.com Beginner through advanced level classes are offered for ages 3 to adult in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, contemporary, hip hop, Mommy and Me, and gymnastics. In-person classes at the studio as well as real-time, virtual class options available.
Creative Dance & Music Studio 2645 Manhattan Blvd., Ste. E2B, Harvey 504.390.2552 creativedanceandmusic.com Wide selection of dance and music classes, including speciality classes for preschoolers, music lessons in piano, voice, and guitar, and dance classes of all ages and levels.
Dancer’s Pointe 5101 W. Esplanade Ave., Ste. 12, Metairie, 504.455.5975 6268 Vicksburg St., Ste. C & D, New Orleans, 504.265.8350 dancers-pointe.com Spacious studios with Marley dance floors and enrollment at an all-time high. Call to schedule a visit.
Dancing Grounds 3705 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans 504.535.5791 dancingrounds.org Dancing Grounds is a multi-generational arts space that brings inclusive and accessible dance programs to New Orleans residents of all ages. Outdoor classes for youth will begin in the fall. For more information, email Randall@dancingrounds.org.
Debby Dillehay Dance Studio 3745 Florida Ave., Kenner 504.468.3368 debbydillehaydance.com Classes taught include tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, floor gymnastics, voice/musical theater, mom and tot, and more.
Encore Studio of Dance, Tumbling, Music & Theatre
Lelia Haller Ballet Classique
Off Broadway Dance Studio
4916 Canal St., New Orleans 504.482.0038 lhballet.com A classical ballet school specializing in instruction for ages 3 to adult. Also offers classes in tap, jazz, and contemporary dance.
8125 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.861.1749 offbroadwaydancestudio.com Degreed and professionally-trained instructors offer classes to children ages 2 to adult in ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, hip hop, and more.
Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts River Ridge School of Music and Dance, 2020 Dickory Ave., Ste. 200, Harahan, 504.738.3050 Mandeville School of Music, 105 Campbell Ave., Ste. 3, Mandeville, 985.674.2992 Covington School of Music, 1111 Village Walk, Covington, 985.590.4545 laapa.com Programs for kids, teens, and adults include music and dance lessons in piano, voice, guitar, violin, bass, drums, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, ballet, hip hop, tap, musical theater, tumbling, and more. Attend in-person or online.
Loyola Preparatory Arts Program 6363 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.865.3627 cmfa.loyno.edu/prep-arts A comprehensive arts program offering structured studies in piano, voice, guitar, and string instruments for children and adults. Offering virtual lessons for the fall semester. Status of the spring will be determined.
Mari Milnar Dance Academy
4732 Sanford St., Metairie, Lydia Spreen Dance Dimensions Studio 504.715.0020 irishdancelouisiana.com Offers weekly classes for boys and girls in the traditional art of Irish step dance, from beginner to championship level.
Schramel Conservatory of Dance 920 Terpischore St., New Orleans 504.826.0646 neworleansballettheatre.com The official dance school of the New Orleans Ballet Theatre, offering classes for children and adults in classical ballet, modern dance, yoga, and Pilates with highly-trained, professional teachers.
The Studio School of Dance 3116 N. Arnoult Rd., Ste. N, Metairie 504.941.7345 thestudionola.com Offering classes in ballet, contemporary, modern, mommy and me, and more.
DRAMA & THEATER
900 Terry Parkway, Ste. 310 & 320, Terrytown 504.362.3503; 504.251.0600 marimilnardanceacademy.com Offers ballet, jazz, musical theater, tap, hip hop, and contemporary classes for ages 2 to adult.
Crescent City Lights Youth Theater
New Orleans Ballet Association
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Theatre Kids
935 Gravier St., Ste. 800, New Orleans 504.522.0996 nobadance.com Tuition-free, year-round, comprehensive dance programs provided virtually and at locations throughout the Greater New Orleans area for ages 3-18.
New Orleans Dance Academy
Giacobbe Academy of Dance
New Orleans JCC
5956 Magazine St., New Orleans 504.899.3780 neworleansdancelessons.com Instruction in classical ballet, tap, jazz, flamenco, modern, and hip hop in a friendly, noncompetitive atmosphere.
5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, 504.897.0143 3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 504.887.5158 nojcc.org Young dancers learn the fundamentals of ballet while developing balance, flexibility, and grace.
504.598.3800 crescentcitylights.org Performing arts training in drama, voice, and dance.
1118 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie 504.885.2000 jpas.org/theatre-kids Program gives children, ages 7-17, a yearround opportunity to participate in theater and to experience the process of putting on a show, as well as learn basic acting techniques and skills. Enrollment is by audition.
EDUCATION:
LANGUAGE CLASSES ÂĄVamonos NOLA! 600 Elemore St. New Orleans 504.495.2345 vamonosnola.com Programs include Vamonos Virtual (Zoom classes for ages 18 months-10 years) and KidCoach, a personalized mentor trained to help students connect with the expectations of their classroom teacher. Offered virtually, for pods, or in-person.
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1999 Hickory Ave., Suite 102, Harahan 504.737.5977 dancetumblemusic.com With a focus on education, not competition, we offer dance and tumbling classes, music lessons, and musical theatre (acting/singing) classes for students ages 3-adult.
6925 Veterans Blvd., Metairie 504.889.0940 giacobbeacademydance.com Home to Delta Ballet Festival, the only resident professional ballet company in the state and the New Orleans Youth Ballet, a pre-professional junior company for dancers 10 years and older.
The Ryan School of Irish Dance
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Alliance Française de la Nouvelle-Orléans 1519 Jackson Ave., New Orleans 504.568.0770 af-neworleans.org Offers French language classes (online, hybrid, and in-person) for all levels and ages, and events that immerse New Orleanians in francophone cultures.
EDUCATION:
TUTORING & EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Kumon Math & Reading Centers Various locations throughout New Orleans kumon.com The Kumon Math and Reading Programs are designed to advance your child’s comprehension and appreciation for learning — providing an edge throughout school. Locations in Gretna, Marrero, Metairie, and New Orleans.
SpiderSmart Learning Center of New Orleans
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4437 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson 504.881.1788 spidersmart.com/new-orleans An established tutoring service with nearly 30 years of experience in helping kids with reading or writing, math, science, and various testings.
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GYMNASTICS & CHEERLEADING All Star Gymnastics 2073 Bonn St., Harvey 504.328.3838 allstargymnola.com Junior Olympic training facility offering gymnastics, tumbling, cheerleading, taekwondo, free running, and break dancing. Recreational to competitive teams (level 2-10) for boys and girls, ages 2 and up.
Elmwood Gymnastics Academy 700 Elmwood Park Blvd., Ste. C, Harahan 504.733.4496 elmwoodfitness.com Comprehensive instructional and competitive programs for all ages and abilities with certified coaches and instructors.
Empire Gymnastics Academy 4925 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson 504.734.0644 empiregymnastics.net An 8,000-square-foot facility with gymnastics equipment for ages 18 months to 18. Offering free trial classes for first-timers.
NOLA Gymnastics 1725 Dufossat St., New Orleans gretchen@nolagymnastics.com nolagym.com Kindergym and beginner (ages 3-5, boys and girls), PreTeam (ages 6 and up, girls), competitive teams Acro and Artistic (by invitation), and Summer Camps.
HORSEBACK RIDING Cascade Stables 700 East Drive, New Orleans, Audubon Park 504.891.2246 cascadestables.net Lessons in a welcoming environment for horse enthusiasts of all ages.
Equest Farm 1001 Filmore Ave., New Orleans, City Park 504.483.9398 equestfarm.com A safe and wholesome environment for beginner through advanced riders. Regular lessons are offered for ages 6 and older.
Pony Tales 156 Bertucci Lane, St. Rose 504.469.0148 ponytalesbirthdays.com/lessons.htm Specializing in beginners as well as those looking to move past a fear of horses. Ages 3 and older, and by appointment only.
Splendor Farms 27329 Mill Creek Rd., Bush 985.886.3747 splendorfarms.net Horseback riding, trail rides, and riding lessons for all ages and skill levels.
Martial Arts Institute of Louisiana (Benoit Karate)
MARTIAL ARTS
7575 Westbank Expressway, Marrero 504.328.4000 Benoitkarate.com Teaching kids respect, confidence, integrity, and discipline. Classes offered to boys and girls, ages 3 and older. In-person or virtual classes available.
Church’s Karate Academy
New Orleans JCC
4716 Paris Ave., New Orleans 504.309.6138 churchskarateacademy.com Offers classes to help build confidence and self-esteem in children so they can reach their full potential. Offering in-person classes (12 per class), live streaming classes via Zoom, and private lessons.
5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, 504.897.0143 3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 504.887.5158 nojcc.org Beginner and intermediate/advanced karate offered Uptown. JCC Judo Club, Minami Ryu Ju Jitsu, and Self Defense Open Palm System are offered in Metairie.
New Orleans Shotokan Academy (NOSA)
4521 Magazine St., New Orleans, Temple Gym 760.532.8907 nolajudo.com Classes are led by Dr. Hayashi, Hachidan (8th degree) black belt in Kodokan Judo and his team of highly skilled assistant instructors. All skill levels (beginner - advanced) are welcome.
Various locations throughout New Orleans 504.432.8667 nosakarate.com A martial arts school where one can learn karate, aikido, judo, and yoga. Zoom classes available for kids and adults.
706 Phosphor Ave., Ste. C, Metairie 504.835.6825 lkakarate.com Youth classes for ages 4-13, offering free uniforms for beginners.
8611 Hwy 23, Ste. 2C, Belle Chasse 504.391.7200 neworleanskarate.net Offering age-appropriate programs for children starting at 3 years. Also offering are traditional martial arts programs for adults and teens.
NOLA Aikido
Hayashi Sports Clinic
Louisiana Karate Association
New Orleans Karate Club
3909 Bienville St., New Orleans 504.208.4861 nolaaikido.com Aikido, with an aim of peaceful resolutions of conflict, is an ideal martial art for children, educating the physical, intellectual and emotional intelligences. Our staged approach means kids of all ages can participate at the appropriate level for their development. Children 4 and older.
Tiger Rock Martial Arts International 3828 Veterans Blvd., Ste. E, Metairie, 504.455.9699 1813 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, 504.831.1110 113 Lapalco Blvd., Ste. 207, Gretna, 504.394.0008 tigerrockmartialarts.com Offers youth and adult classes in Taekwondo, Xtreme Martial Arts, grappling, Hanmudo, KisadoInterval Fitness, and YogaFit.
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MUSIC Beckwith Guitar Systems 2515 Williams Blvd., Kenner 504.559.5229 beguitarsys.com Providing private instruction at the studio, ages 8 and older.
Love’s Music Therapy 3380 State St., New Orleans 504.281.8968 lovesmusictherapynola.com Serving adults and children with or without special needs. Services include music therapy, music instruction, and program development.
Loyola Preparatory Arts Program Carla’s Musikgarten New Orleans 4600 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.717.5044 carlasmusikgarten.com Teaching children ages 3 months to 12 years. Our weekly classes and summer camps are fun and educational!
Creative Dance & Music Studio 2645 Manhattan Blvd., Ste. E2B, Harvey 504.390.2552 creativedanceandmusic.com Wide selection of dance and music classes, including speciality classes for preschoolers, music lessons in piano, voice, and guitar, and dance classes of all ages and levels.
Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra 7100 St. Charles Ave., Ste. 207, New Orleans 504.861.1801 gnoyo.org GNOYO has five orchestras committed to make orchestral music accessible to area youth. GNOYO also holds summer festivals, performances, and retreats for talented young musicians.
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5580 Canal Blvd., Ste. A, New Orleans 504.482.2883 neworleanschildrenschorus.org In singing high quality choral music, young singers develop discipline, musical knowledge, self confidence, and social skills. No child who truly wants to sing is ever turned away.
School of Rock Metairie/New Orleans 1907 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie 504.618.7625 locations.schoolofrock.com/metairie School of Rock offers performance-based music instruction from the ages of 4 to adult, with a program for every age and skill level.
Upbeat Academy
3900 General Taylor St., New Orleans 504.717.1076 kmwithmadeline.kindermusik.com Kindermusik is a music and movement program for children ages 0-6 years. Musical games and activities facilitate whole-child development in a fun, engaging parent-attended class. All fall classes will remain virtual.
621 Celeste St., New Orleans 504.722.8762 upbeatacademy.org Non-profit, after-school music education program for middle and high school students, with a focus on hip hop and dance music production and performance.
1828 Veterans Blvd., Metairie 504.831.3008 lafarguePianos.com Lafargue Music School, conveniently located off of the interstate in Metairie, offers private lessons in piano, voice, violin, and guitar to beginners through advanced, and group music from infancy through adulthood.
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New Orleans Children’s Chorus
Kindermusik with Madeline
Lafargue Music School
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6363 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.865.3627 cmfa.loyno.edu/prep-arts A comprehensive arts program offering structured studies in piano, voice, guitar, and string instruments for children and adults. Offering virtual lessons for the fall semester; spring status to be determined.
RUNNING Girls on the Run New Orleans
Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts
5500 Prytania St., Ste. 528, New Orleans 504.272.7786 gotrnola.org Trained volunteer coaches harness the power of running in a 10-week program to help girls in Grades 3-8 develop social and emotional tools to cope with the challenges of adolescence.
River Ridge School of Music and Dance, 2020 Dickory Ave., Ste. 200, Harahan, 504.738.3050
Youth Run Nola
Mandeville School of Music, 105 Campbell Ave., Ste. 3, Mandeville, 985.674.2992 Covington School of Music, 1111 Village Walk, Covington, 985.590.4545 laapa.com Programs for kids, teens, and adults include music and dance lessons in piano, voice, guitar, violin, bass, drums, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, ballet, hip hop, tap, musical theater, tumbling, and more. Attend in-person or online.
1307 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., Ste. 202, New Orleans 504.256.5523 youthrunnola.org Creating healthy, young leaders through running, using an intensive 8-month guided training program of 2x/weekly practices and monthly events overseen by teacher-coaches and volunteer running buddies.
SCIENCE/STEAM ENRICHMENT Challenge Island 504.913.9451 neworleans@challenge-island.com challenge-island.com/neworleans Challenge Island is a cross curricular STEAM program designed to engage kids in the engineering process. Children use critical thinking and problem solving skills to complete STEAM-based challenges.
Code Ninja 3501 Severn Ave., Ste. B, Metairie 504.235.4100 codeninjas.com/la-metairie Kids ages 7-14 years learn to code by building their very own video games and gain problem solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe, and inspiring environment.
Electric Girls 612 Andrew Higgins Blvd., 3rd Floor, New Orleans contact@electricgirls.org electricgirls.org Electric Girls offers flexible after-school programs to schools in the greater New Orleans area (ages 5-14) in electronics, advanced electronics, and computer programming.
Mad Science of Southeast Louisiana Serving all of Southeast Louisiana 504.345.2602 madscience.org/sela Hands-on, 1-hour, 8-week themed science programs. Topics include electricity, magnetism, optics, biology, and more.
NOLA Kidsground 5700 Citrus Blvd., Elmwood 504.354.9528 nolakidsground.com Interact, explore, and have fun! NOLA Kidsground is the greater New Orleans area’s premier indoor playground, family edutainment play center, and party place.
SOCCER Carrollton Boosters Various locations throughout New Orleans carrolltonboosters.org A volunteer youth sports organization offering recreational/intramural programs for boys and girls: baseball, basketball, flag football, soccer, softball, and lacrosse.
FNA-NOLA
Gulfsouth Autism Center
New Orleans JCC
Various locations throughout New Orleans playfna.com Football-N-America is a non-contact, youth, co-ed flag football league for children in grades K-10. Leagues provide a safe, positive, competitive, and family-friendly environment to learn the game the right way and have fun doing it.
7252 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, 504.323.3450
5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, 504.897.0143
FC New Orleans 5107 Venus St., New Orleans 504.288.6672 fcnola.com Offering soccer programs, teams, and training for ages 4 and older.
Junction Place Sports 5620 Crawford St., Elmwood 504.356.1812 junctionplacesports.com Enrichment programs consist of Flag Football Skills Session, Basketball Basics, Simply Soccer, Baseball Basics, and Sports Hour.
Louisiana Fire Juniors 1918 18th St., Kenner 504.465.8224 louisianafirejrs.com A youth soccer club dedicated to the evolution of soccer in America where players (boys and girls) have access to unparalleled opportunities for soccer skills development.
3013 27th St., Metairie, 504.291.6200 9063 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, 225.294.1600 gulfsouthautismcenter.com Providing comprehensive treatment for children with autism spectrum disorders. Our early intervention program incorporates oneon-one ABA services with group speech and occupational therapy.
Kim4Kids 2237 N. Hullen St., Suite 202, Metairie 504.517.5437 kim4kidsnola.com Pediatric OT services for children to address difficulties in fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, self-care skills, feeding, and play. We treat a variety of diagnoses in a fun, outpatient setting.
Nola Learning Support 8131 Oak St., Suite 100, New Orleans nolalsp504@gmail.com nolalearningsupport.com/ Dyslexia remediation and support for students in grades kindergarten through college with mild to moderate learning differences.
Soccer Shots
Therapeutic Learning Center
2920 Kingman St. 206, Metairie (main office) 504.441.9216 soccershots.org/neworleans Soccer Shots offers an engaging program that focuses on character development, best-in-class coaching, curriculum, and communication.
3329 Metairie Road, Metairie 504.565.7300 tlcnola.com TLC is a private, pediatric occupational therapy clinic that offers handwriting clinics, picky eaters club, Pre-K preparation, music therapy, and much more.
SPECIAL NEEDS/ THERAPY
SPORTS FACILITIES
Chatternola 2955 Ridgelake Dr., Suite 108, Metairie 504.648.4196 chatternola.com A boutique private practice specializing in speech, language, and behavioral therapy for children.
8300 Earhart Blvd., Suite 100, New Orleans (Pediatric Facility), 504.866.6990 3923 Bienville St., New Orleans (Center for Behavior, Language & Learning), 504.593.6900 cranerehab.com For nearly 20 years, Crane Rehab CenterPediatrics has provided children and families with comprehensive, evidence-based, highquality, physical, occupational and speech therapy, and ABA services.
Belle Chasse: 8101 Highway 23, Belle Chasse, 504.392.9622 East Jefferson: 6691 Riverside Dr., Metairie, 504.888.9622 West St. Tammany: 71256 Francis Road, Covington, 985.893.9622 ymcaneworleans.org/locations After-school programs serve K-middle school children with multiple options to explore and develop their interests and talents. Includes homework assistance, snacks, organized games, free fun time, arts and crafts, and outdoor recreation.
Ochsner Fitness Center KIDSPORTS 1200 S. Clearview Pkwy, Harahan 504.733.1200 ochsnerfitness.com/kidsports Offering a variety of exciting programs that combine fun and fitness in a safe and friendly atmosphere for children ages 6-weeks to 13 years.
SWIMMING Harry’s Dive Shop 4709 Airline Drive, Metairie 504.909.2220 swim-smart.net Offering Swim-Smart, Baby & Me, and Aqua Baby classes. Ages 6 months and older.
New Orleans JCC 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, 504.897.0143 3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 504.887.5158 nojcc.org Recreational and lap swimming are offered at Uptown and Metairie locations. Due to COVID-19 capacity restrictions, most activities require reservations and no guests are allowed.
Little Fins Swim Academy 325 Colonial Club Drive, Harahan littlefinsnola@gmail.com littlefins.net Offering outdoor two-week swim sessions and private lessons at home by arrangement.
Love Swimming 5221 S. Front St., New Orleans 504.891.4662 loveswimming.com The year-round, Uptown swim school offers lessons from ages 6 months to adult. Specializing in teaching the fearful to become expert swimmers, as well as special needs instruction for all ages.
NU WAVE Swim Club Various locations around New Orleans 719.649.1606 teamunify.com/Home.jsp?team=lawave Nu Wave Swim Club is a non-profit swim team for people of all ages and levels. Competitive swimming instruction and coaching, from stroke school through adult masters swimming.
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Crane Rehab Center
YMCA of Greater New Orleans
3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 504.887.5158 nojcc.org Both locations offer a wide variety of activities for all ages, including sports (soccer, basketball, t-ball, and flag football leagues), ballet, gymnastics, martial arts, theater workshops, and more. Contact sports are on hold, as per government guidelines.
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Ochsner Fitness Center Aquatics
City Park / Pepsi Tennis Center
Kidding Around Yoga with Bella
1200 S. Clearview Pkwy, Ste. 1200, Harahan 504.733.1600 ochsnerfitness.com/kidsports/kids-aquatics-1 First-class aquatics facilities allow a wide range of aquatics programs for all ages and abilities.
5900 Marconi Dr., New Orleans 504.483.9383 neworleanscitypark.com/in-the-park/pepsitennis-center Twenty-six lighted hard and clay courts. Private and group lessons available for all ages. Pros listed here are independent contractors who use the Tennis Center’s courts for instruction.
504.909.8881 bellab@kiddingaroundyoga.com kiddingaroundyoga.com/bella Age-appropriate yoga including breathing instruction, relaxation techniques, stretching and strengthening poses, all using fun-filled music, games, and imagination.
ADP Tennis Academy, Abrie Du Plooy, 985.634.6229, futuretennis.com Premiere Tennis Nola, Henry Crocker, 504.919.5599, premiertennisnola.com
6107 Magazine St., New Orleans 415.786.3317 lolosstudio.com Art, fitness, dance, yoga, and mindfulness are used to nurture confidence, friendship, strength, persistence, gratitude, kindness, and a positive attitude. Everything is provided, all parents need to do is drop off and pick up!
South Louisiana Swim Team
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Locations in Hammond, Laplace, Metairie, and New Orleans 504.256.6554 slst-seahorses.com Year-round swim lessons, competitive swimming, and technique classes.
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TENNIS
YOGA
Audubon Park Tennis
City Park Movement and Art
6320 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, Audubon Park 504.895.1042 audubonnatureinstitute.org/tennis-courts Ten well-manicured clay courts available for singles or doubles rental by reservation; group, semi-private, and private lessons available for all ages.
4300 Dumaine St., New Orleans 504.390.7482 cityparkmovementandart.com Classes include dance, yoga, musical theater, art, and more, held outdoors at City Park or virtually on Zoom.
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HIP
GRANNIE
Quarantine Blues PART II
When I wrote my most recent Hip Grannie, it was Day 23 of our citywide quarantine but it seemed like Day 365. I naively thought that this quarantine would last a couple more weeks and then we’d be back to normal. As I write this column, we are now on Day 137 and it seems like light years away from where we started. Yes, I deserve 20 lashes with a wet yoga mat for being so optimistic in April. But then, I’d never been through a quarantine before. I had no idea what “shelter in place,” “social distancing,” or “mask up” meant. Life became a day-to-day effort and every day seemed like Tuesday. I began to do what every good, selfrespecting grandmother does: worry about the effect this time in our lives was having on her kids and grandkids. And so, I decided to quit tossing and turning and go directly to the source. I asked my grandkids Rylan and Amelia.
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“Kids, I believe that out of bad, comes good. You’ve been through an incredible few months. How ya doin’? Start with the good things,” I said.
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Without missing a beat, Rylan, 13, said he’d been working out more and loved having more family time while his Mom and Dad worked from home. Each afternoon the four of them took long bike rides or walks and saw parts of the city they’d never seen much. He’d gotten more into music and enjoyed his “me time.” When I asked what he did with “me time,” he said, “I’ve been thinking about the big picture, that this quarantine isn’t just about New Orleans anymore. It’s the whole world. I mean, this happens only once every 100 years, so it will be in history books and I’ll be able to tell my kids and grandkids about it. That’s big.” Amelia, 10, nearly blew me away when she said that she’s taken the time to learn something she’s always wanted to learn: sign language. She’s now almost able to have a
simple conversation with a deaf person, and she taught herself using online resources. She’s spent more time doing crafts, especially sewing, and thinks she may start a business making scrunchies for ponytails. I’ll be first in line to buy some, even though I don’t have a ponytail. Of course, there are the hard parts of the quarantine. They both desperately miss their friends and realize now how special those relationships are. They miss their soccer, basketball, volleyball, and the theater practices at St. George’s. Their family vacations and their sleepaway camp in Arkansas were evaporated into thin air by the virus. Most of all, they miss just being a kid with other kids. “Basically, the virus tore away everything I love doing,” said Rylan. “And it really makes me mad that so many people aren’t following the rules.” New Orleans schools are scheduled to reopen soon, some virtually, some in person. But nothing will be the same for so many kids. I’d like to maintain my Pollyanna stance and say that in many ways we may all be better for having been through this once-every-100-years-experience. The universe has jerked our chains and reminded us that people, the environment, relationships, and our freedom to ‘enjoy life as we darn well please’ matter. It’s pretty obvious that my grandkids have gotten this message loud and clear. I’ll quit worrying about them. At least for now.
Laura Claverie is NOLA Family’s Hip Grannie. She is a local mother, grandmother, and writer.
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Eileen’s background in corporate business and education led her to launch Empower for Good in 2018, as a strategic consultant specializing in launching and growing charter schools, in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Texas. This Baton Rouge native is married to Sebastian Partesotti, and they’ve made New Orleans home with their two girls, Sofia (9), and Elsa (6).
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EATS Our favorite spot is La Mansion mexican restaurant in Riverbend. Their enchiladas Suizas have the perfect spice ratio and their jalapeno margaritas are out of this world.
I love going to Latter Library with the girls. Since quarantine, we’ve used their contactless book reserve and pickup, and their free Libby app to put audiobooks on hold. I play the books when I’m cleaning or driving.
La Mansion, 724 Dublin St.
Hour Blast’s inventive exercises are a great way to burn tons of calories and no two workouts are the same. Another local fave is Fit Therapy, with owner Emile’s special machines for great butt workouts! Hour Blast Downtown, 821 Baronne St. Fit Therapy, 3138 Magazine St.
I really like the Hong Kong Market on the West Bank. It’s such a hidden gem with awesome groceries! I make a vegan mushroom dish at home because I can find a dozen types of mushrooms there. Hong Kong Market, 925 Behrman Hwy., Gretna
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Our family’s special routine during social distancing was starting each day by biking to the Loyola campus, which is small and contained, so safe. It was a great way to energize. Baking was huge for us during lockdown; Sofia even made from-scratch bagels!
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Milton H. Latter Memorial Library, 5120 St. Charles Ave.
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In The Know
We have complete listings on our dedicated ‘classes’ calendar just go to nolafamily.com and click on ‘Calendars.’
Child Safety Seat Inspection Station Louisiana State Police – Troop B 2101 I-10 Service Rd., Kenner. Wednesdays, 1–4 pm. Walk-in or call 504.471.2780 for an appointment. Free. Louisiana State Police – Troop L 2600 N. Causeway, Mandeville. Tuesdays, 3–6 pm. Walk-in or call 504.893.6250 for an appointment. Free.
Parenting Center at Children’s Hospital To register, call 504.896.9591 or email chparenting@ lcmchealth.org for the meeting link.
Car Seat Fitting Station Installation by a nationally certified technician. Outside of The Parenting Center, 938 Calhoun: Tuesday, Sept. 15, between 9 and 11 am. Free, drop-ins welcome, appointments preferred. Snuggles & Struggles New Parent Group (Virtual) For parents of children 0–12 months. This weekly group provides learning opportunities and socialization with new parents and babies. A staff member facilitates the group. Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 am. Free and open to the public.
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Parents’ Hour (Virtual) Talk with other parents about what is going well – and not so well. Share ideas about parenting during the pandemic. A staff member facilitates the group. Wednesdays, mornings and evenings alternate: Sept 2, 16, & 30, 10-11 am; Sept 9 & 23, 8-9 pm. Free and open to the public.
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Breast & Bottle: An Infant Feeding Clinic Discuss everything from breastfeeding latch and positioning to returning to work and safe bottle feeding. Certified lactation counselor from the New Orleans Breastfeeding Center facilitates. Individual consultations, peer support group meets virtually. Fridays, consultations 9-10 am.; peer support group 10 am-noon. Free and open to the public.
Sprout Pediatrics To register, call 504.264.1070 or visit bewellnola. com/yoga-at-sprout-pediatrics.
Yoga For Children Dr. Laura Hernandez will start off with story time, followed by yoga and meditation. 6-10 children/class. Sept. 12, 8-8:40 am. $15/child.
Touro Family Birthing Center For information or to register, call 504.897.7319 or visit touro.com/events.
Positive and Prepared Childbirth This weekend class for expectant couples provides confidence, knowledge, and skills necessary for a safe birth experience. Sept. 5-6, 9 am-2pm. This class has a fee. To register, call Jessica LeBlanc, 504.669.3143. Happiest Baby on The Block (Virtual) Learn techniques proven to quickly calm crying and boost infant (ages prenatal to 4 months) sleep based on the ideas in the popular book by Dr. Harvey Karp. Sept. 12, 10-11 am. Free, preregistration required, visit touro.com/events or call 504.897.7319. Baby Food Making An interactive baby food making class. Sept. 14, 6–7 pm. Free. Diapers to Desk Webinar Support for moms nearing the end of work leave. Sept. 24, 9:30–11 am. Free. Understanding Your Newborn First-time expecting parents receive skills necessary for newborn care at home. Sept. 28, 6–8 pm. Free.
Tulane Lakeside Hospital For more information or to register, call 504.780.4641.
Safe and Sound Characteristics of the newborn are reviewed, as well as basic newborn care, safety, and newborn health. Sept. 24, 7-9 pm. Free.
West Jefferson Medical Center For additional information, please call 504.349.6200.
Infant Safety and First Aid Class on Infant Safety and First Aid. Sept. 15, 7-9:30 pm. Free. Caring for Your Newborn Basics of baby care are reviewed, including bathing, care of the cord, and more. Led by Registered Nurses. Sept. 19, 1-4 pm. Free. Grandparent Gathering Grandparents’ breakfast discusses what’s new with caring for babies. Sept. 19, 9-11 am. Limited to 5 couples. $25/2 people; $37.50/3 people.
KIDS & TWEENS Touro Family Birthing Center See listing above for registration information.
Sibling Class For children 4–11, this class teaches children what to expect when a new baby enters the family. Sept. 19, 9–10:30 am. Free.
West Jefferson Medical Center See listing above for registration information.
Sibling T.L.C. Prepares children ages 3+ for the arrival of the new baby. Sept. 12, 2:30–4 pm. Free.
Out & About SEPTEMBER
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Kids bored around the house? Sign up for Camp Kinda - a virtual program with activities to keep the kids occupied and excited to learn. Use registration code “NOPL20” at campkinda.org.
Super Satu rday City Park Volunteer Center. City Park hosts a community volunteering event every first Saturday to keep the Park looking sharp. For more information, visit neworleanscitypark.com/super-saturday, or call Tony 504.483.9459. 8:45 am-12 pm.
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Free Family Sunday! 7 Bamboo Rd. Free admittance to Longue Vue Gardens and half-price entry to the house for all Louisiana families. Bring a picnic and explore the kids’ Discovery Garden. All gift shop merchandise will be 10% off. 8 am-12 pm.
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Camp Kinda - A Virtual Exper ience for K-8 Graders
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Nayo Jones Exper ience Live from the New Orleans Jazz Museum’s balcony, enjoy the stylings of the Nayo Jones Experience for this week’s free concert on facebook.com/ nolajazzmuseum/live. 5-6 pm.
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Fr iday Night Concert Ser ies Westwego Farmers Market, 484 Sala Ave., Westwego. Enjoy a relaxing evening with great food and music, perfect for the whole family. 7-10 pm.
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Rubber Duck Race Big Lake at City Park. Adopt rubber ducks to fund Second Harvest Food Bank’s local efforts via their signature annual fundraiser. See duckrace.com/nola to adopt a duck. 10 am.
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New Orleans Saints Calling Who Dat Nation! Cheer on the Saints from home for their season opener vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Kickoff at 3:25 pm.
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The New Orleans Jazz Museum’s live balcony series continues with the Honey Island Swamp Band. Tune in on facebook.com/ nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free. 5-6pm.
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NOWFE Wine Dinner The Rib Room, Royal Orleans Hotel. New Orleans Wine & Food Experience (NOWFE) Summer Wine Dinner Series at the Rib Room, presenting Flambeaux Wines. For reservations, call (504) 504.529.7045.
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Gulf South Artists
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Contemporary Arts Center. 900 Camp St. Opening reception for new exhibit, Make America What America Must Become, an exhibition of Gulf South artists inspired by the James Baldwin quote. 6:30-8:30 pm.
Join the virtual walk to end pancreatic cancer with PurpleStride Louisiana. Create your own teams. Details and registration at purplestride.org.
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NOWFE Wine Dinner Cafe Reconcile, 1631 Oretha Castle Haley. New Orleans Wine & Food Experience (NOWFE) Summer Wine Dinner Series continues at Cafe Reconcile, presenting Hendrick’s Gin. Call 504.934.1946 for reservations.
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Culinary Kids Parents' Night Out! 915 Marigny Ave., Mandeville, LA. Take the night off and bring the kids to Culinary Kids for a fun evening of cooking and movies! Email info@culinarykidsns.com or call (985) 727-5553 for more information. $35/child, tax included. 6-9 pm.
Ongoing Coolinary New Orleans
Ogden Art & Zen Online
Citywide through September 13, indulge in the city’s best food during the annual Coolinary New Orleans promotions. For specific restaurants, menus, and more, see neworleans.com/coolinary.
Wednesdays
Crescent City Farmers Market Wednesdays Drive-Thru Market is Wednesday pick-up with online pre-order Saturdays through Mondays. Drive-thru at Bucktown Harbor (325 Hammond Hwy on Lake Pontchartrain), 8 am-12 pm.
Gretna Farmers Market
Take 30 minutes each Wednesday for meditation with instructor and Ogden Museum educator Mikhayla Harrell. Free with online registration at ogdenmuseum.org/event. 12-12:30 pm.
Ogden Museum of Southern Art Thursdays 925 Camp St. Free admission Thursdays to relish the culture and art of the South. 10 am-5 pm.
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Tw ilight at Longue Vue
739 Third St., Gretna. Support small businesses at the Gretna Farmers Market every Saturday. Visit the Gretna Farmers Market Facebook page for information. 8:30 am-12:30 pm.
Wednesdays Bring drinks, snacks, and a blanket to enjoy this weekly feature of casual, openair concerts on the Longue Vue Garden’s lawn. Limited space, reservations required via longuevue.com. Wednesdays, 5-7 pm.
O-r iginal Art Activities Fridays
Weekly Yoga for all levels in the Longue Vue Gardens. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Limited space, reservations required via longuevue.com. 9:30-10:15 am.
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Create original pieces from home with the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. Activities for all ages can be downloaded from ogdenmuseum.org/o-riginal/ every Friday.
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22 St. George’s Episcopal School Ages 1-2nd Grade 8:30-10 AM
Jewish Community Day School of Greater New Orleans Noon Virtual open house available.
Arden Cahill Academy 9 am-7:30 pm Private tours will be scheduled.
John Curtis Christian School 5:30-7 PM
Ursuline Academy 8:30-10 AM
Metairie Park Country Day Pre-K 6:30 PM Ursuline Academy Grades 8th-12th 6:30-8 PM
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28 St. Andrew’s Episcopal School Gades Pre-K-4th 9-11 AM
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