Education
You'll find helpful advice on making good choices for your child's education in these articles.
Welcome to The Sandbox–Where Monterey Teachers Go To Play
Inside you’ll find colorful stacks of supplies chosen specifically for the STEM and STEAM activities Mary loves. You’ve entered “The Sandbox,” where area teachers are welcome to take whatever they need for their classrooms at no cost. Read more
School Registration 101
Registering your children for transitional kindergarten or kindergarten isn’t as daunting as you might think. Read more
10 Tips on How to Reduce the Stress of Homework
If your child was consistently stressed or frustrated with his/her homework last year, consider taking a look at their homework routine. Sometimes a little adjustment will make a huge difference. Read more
Star Gazing in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties
Here are a few fascinating and fun activities and classes in the Monterey Bay area that will familiarize children (and their parents!) with the cosmic night sky. Read more
Monterey Bay Parent Featured Preschools for 2021-2022
If you're in need of a preschool in Monterey County for your child for the coming year, look no further than one of these Monterey Bay Parent Magazine featured preschools. Read more
2021-2022 Featured Private Schools
Get more detailed information on our featured private schools. These schools in Monterey County and Santa Cruz County are the best of the best and come highly recommended. Read more
Conferences and the Computer vs. Paper Debate
Our kids have been back in school for almost two months. That means it’s time for the first parent/teacher conferences. Read more
Dear Teacher: ADHD and Homework
This month we cover the signs of ADHD and discuss the value of homework. Read more
What Type of School is Best for Your Child?
The types of schools available to your child and local options for children in Monterey and Santa Cruz County. Read more
Ten Easy Ways to Help the New Kid in School
Being the new kid in school is a phenomenon that many kids will experience in their lives. Read more
Dear Teacher: How to Avoid Summer Brain Drain
Help your child avoid summer "brain drain" with tips on hooking them on reading. Plus, tips on keeping their brains sharp. Read more
Classic Motorsports Kick-Off Car Show
Hundreds of classic sports cars and vintage and exotic automobiles line up along Lighthouse Avenue. Sponsored by Classic Motorsports Magazine. The show is 3:00 - 7:00 pm. Judging at 5:00 pm. Winners are Announced at 6:00 pm! Read more
Old Monterey Farmer's Market
Held rain or shine, year-round on every Tuesday. Established in 1991, the market expands over 3 1/2 blocks. Read more
Films in the Forest Community Open House
Join us for Community Night Out at Films in the Forest! This will be a free event Featuring the film Turbo. We will have a fun-filled late afternoon that brings together a number of our local organizations with the film following at sunset. Read more
