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📱💬 The topic came up over lunch the other day with a few friends: kids and devices.

One friend shared that their family has chosen to wait until 8th grade—or even high school—before giving their children smartphones. They talked honestly about how challenging that decision can be when "everyone else" seems to have a device. I applauded her for the decision. "You are giving your kids their childhood and opportunity to be bored and explore creativity."

I shared a resource that may be helpful for families navigating these conversations: Wait Until 8th. Their mission is to empower parents to delay giving children smartphones until at least the end of 8th grade, helping reduce social pressure and creating opportunities for families to make these decisions together.

Learn more: https://www.waituntil8th.org/

Whether your family chooses to wait or takes a different path, these conversations matter. How are you navigating devices and technology with the children in your life?
14 days ago, Julie Pile
Four smiling children with colorful paint on their faces, lying on grass, with text "Wait Until 8th" and a green button.
🌟 Join us for Virtual ParentCamp on Wednesday, May 20! 🌟

Families, educators, and community members are invited to come together for an evening of meaningful conversations, connection, and support—all from the comfort of home.

Choose from two engaging discussion rooms:
🧩 Navigating Transitions: Strategies for Success in Autism
💰 Building Money Skills, Creating Big Ideas

🕗 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 6 PM MT / 5 PM PT
💻 FREE on Zoom

No presentations—just real conversations where every voice matters. Educators and staff may request a certificate of attendance for PD hours.

🔗 Register here: https://parentcamp-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/2eG3BlY8REuCKbvWtXIBWghttps://tinyurl.com/vpc-05-20-26
#ParentCamp #VirtualParentCamp #FamilySchoolCommunityEngagement
about 1 month ago, Julie Pile
A promotional poster for a virtual ParentCamp event. It includes two women, a QR code, and registration details.
An event flyer with a blue and green background shows a woman's picture, title, and details for a session on "Navigating Transitions: Strategies for Success in Autism."
A digital flyer for Virtual ParentCamp with a woman's photo, titled "Building Money Skills, Creating Big Ideas".
Families, students, and educators came together for an incredible evening of connection, conversation, and community at Aspira Academy ParentCamp! From meaningful discussions to laughter, dancing, and shared experiences, the night reminded us how powerful it is when we come together to support one another. 💫

Read more about the evening here: https://www.parentcamp.org/article/2875078

#ParentCamp #AspiraAcademy #FamilyEngagement #CommunityConnection #DEDelivers
about 2 months ago, Julie Pile
Three men sit in a classroom, engaged in conversation. One man has a beard and sits in an orange chair.
Group of people sitting in colored chairs in a classroom. Some chairs are swiveling.
A group of people sit in chairs around tables in a classroom. Some wear winter clothes.
A group of people are posing for a photo in a gym, holding a blue banner that reads "ParentCamp."
A group of adults and children participate in a dance activity in a gymnasium with a wooden floor.
What a meaningful evening at Gateway Charter School’s ParentCamp on April 22! Families, educators, students, and community members came together for conversations, connection, laughter, and support. From important discussions to musical chairs in the gym, the night was filled with community and joy.

Read more about the evening here: https://www.parentcamp.org/article/2879124

#ParentCamp #DEDelivers #GatewayCharterSchool #FamilyEngagement #BuildingCommunity
about 2 months ago, Laura Gilchrist
Four people seated in chairs in a classroom. Three are seated in a row and one on the left.
A group of adults and children stand together in a gym with yellow and blue walls.
Two women in a gym, one with a pink outfit and the other in yellow, stand smiling. The background includes a basketball hoop and a yellow wall with a banner.
Families, educators, and community members came together for another meaningful evening at Sussex Montessori ParentCamp focused on literacy, connection, and growing a love of reading at home and in school. 📚💙

From rich conversations to shared experiences, the Sussex Montessori community continues to show the power of coming together to support children and families.

Read more about the April 22nd ParentCamp here: https://www.parentcamp.org/article/2875055

#ParentCamp #DEDelivers #FamilyEngagement #Literacy #SussexMontessori #Community #Education #ReadingMatters
about 2 months ago, Julie Pile
Group of people in a room, some seated, some standing, smiling for a photo. A banner is in the background.
A man and a woman, both smiling, stand next to each other. They each hold a bag, light blue and pink.
Three women seated, one gesturing. White walls, wood door, window, and black screen. Neutral background.
Woman in leopard print dress and lanyard smiles and gestures while seated in front of a window.
Woman with glasses clapping in a room with beige walls, a door, and items on a shelf.
A man with a beard and sunglasses on his hat is smiling and sitting in a room.
At the April 21st ParentCamp, Positive Outcomes Charter School showed what it truly means to be a family. Staff and families came together for honest conversations, shared support, and a deep commitment to the whole child. The connections made and care shown were powerful. Read more: https://www.parentcamp.org/article/2868976. Join us October 22nd!
about 2 months ago, Julie Pile
A large group of people gathered in a room, smiling, some standing, some sitting, with tables and a blue banner.
A woman wearing glasses holds a baby in front of a screen displaying a colorful wheel.
Two people, a man and a woman, stand near a table with potted plants, smiling for a photo.
A large group of people are posing for a photo in a room with tables, chairs, and a monitor.
A woman holds a paper in a classroom with a periodic table, whiteboard, and storage boxes.
A woman with red curly hair bends over to pick up plastic bags. Another woman watches from a chair.

Everyone’s invited! 🎉

Join Virtual ParentCamp in partnership with Great Oaks Charter School—a space for real conversations, connection, and community. No presentations, just meaningful dialogue where every voice matters.

🙏 Thank you to the Delaware Department of Education for their support.

👉 Register:
https://parentcamp-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/uNSrmi7BSxSyeR1Egk59Hw

#ParentCamp #DEDelivers #GreatOaksCharterSchool #ConflictResolution #YouthLeadership #CareerExploration #AllAreWelcome

about 2 months ago, Julie Pile
A person in a light-colored hoodie and dark pants sits in a chair, smiling, with colorful papers on the wall behind.
Two individuals seated at a table with a water bottle, one wearing glasses, and a classroom backdrop with posters.
Two women sit at a table in a classroom. One speaks with raised hands. A bulletin board is behind them.
Three women in a classroom, one wearing a yellow skirt and a pink top, sit in chairs. Another person sits on the left, with their hand raised. A whiteboard is behind them.
People seated in chairs in a room, with one person standing. A blue chair holds a water bottle.
Group of people in a classroom, some seated in chairs and others standing, posing for a picture.
McCullough Middle School’s ParentCamp was a powerful reminder of what happens when families and educators come together with a shared purpose—supporting our students.
Conversations centered around advocacy, transitions to high school, and meeting students where they are. One word stood out: belonging.

Read more about the impact of the night here:

🔗 https://www.parentcamp.org/article/2857935

Thank you to the Delaware Department of Education for supporting this work.

📅 Stay tuned for the next McCullough ParentCamp in August!

Donations toward meals and prize giveaways for future ParentCamps are always appreciated—no amount is too small.

#ParentCamp #DEDelivers #FamilyEngagement
about 2 months ago, Julie Pile
Three men sit in chairs. One has a white lanyard around his neck. Behind them, papers are on the wall.
A group of adults posing in front of a large blue and white banner with ParentCamp logo and text.
Two people sitting, smiling, and looking at the camera with arms crossed, near a wall with framed art.
A man sits in a chair, gesturing while smiling, with papers on a wall behind. He wears a brown shirt, jeans, and a watch.
A person in a white jacket with a black shirt smiles in a classroom. Behind them, shelves hold baskets, folders, and other items.
Group of adults holding a banner that reads "ParentCamp Trained Partner School" and a red horse logo.
A woman with short dark hair, wearing glasses and a gray top, smiles for the camera. She has a lanyard around her neck.
Man smiling with a gray beard and mustache. Behind him are two wooden cabinets with colorful space posters.
What a night at Thomas Edison ParentCamp 💛

There’s something powerful that happens when families come together with honesty, vulnerability, and a shared commitment to doing better for their kids—and that’s exactly what we experienced.

Parents shared real stories, supported one another, and reminded us all that we are not alone in this journey. The sense of community, connection, and encouragement in the room was truly inspiring.

✨ “We had a great time conversing and just gaining some encouragement from everyone.”
✨ “Although we have different backgrounds, we all could relate.”

Read more about this incredible night and the impact it had on our community:
👉 https://www.parentcamp.org/article/2852638

📅 Join us next time: July 2nd at 11:45 AM (Family Day!)
🔗 Register: https://www.bit.ly/Edison-PC

Stay tuned—topics will include reading, math, and more!

As we continue this work, donations to support meals and door prizes are always appreciated—no donation is too small and helps create these meaningful experiences for our families.

#ParentCamp #DEDelivers
about 2 months ago, Julie Pile
Three individuals, two women and one man, stand in a classroom with a white wall and bookshelves.
Group of people standing in a room with a large screen showing "ParentCamp" in front of them.
A word cloud with various terms like "communication," "trust," and "support" in different colors and sizes.
Four women sitting in a room, facing forward. A whiteboard is behind them, and a television is on the wall.
A girl with a smiling face stands holding a box and a backpack. Behind her, many people are sitting on a chair.
Join us for ASPIRA ParentCamp on April 29! 🎉
An evening of connection, conversation, and community for families, educators, and community members. No presentations—just real conversations where every voice matters.
🍽️ Free meal
🎨 Kids Club for children
💬 Meaningful discussions that support our kids
📅 Wednesday, April 29
🕔 5:30–7:30 PM (5:15 registration)
📍 ASPIRA East Campus
🔗 Register: www.bit.ly/ASPIRA-PC
Thank you to the Delaware Department of Education for supporting ParentCamp!
💚 Donations to support food and prize giveaways are always appreciated—no donation is too small.
#ParentCamp #DEDelivers
about 2 months ago, Julie Pile
A word cloud of various words related to inclusion, community, and empathy, in various colors and sizes.
A poster for ParentCamp with blue background. It includes text in English and Spanish and images of a building and group of people.
2026-04-29 Aspira ParentCamp
Two people seated in chairs, smiling and holding books, with a bulletin board behind them.
Person in green hoodie, smiling and sitting on a chair, with a whiteboard and classroom setting in the background.
Sussex Montessori families came together for a powerful night of connection and conversation at ParentCamp! From sharing reading strategies to building community, it was all about supporting our kids.

Check out the highlights: https://www.parentcamp.org/article/2838661
📚 #ParentCamp #DEDelivers
2 months ago, Julie Pile
A group of children and adults pose for a photo in a room with a wooden floor. The children hold bags and gifts.
Woman sitting in a classroom, wearing a leopard print blouse and a necklace. Window behind her.
Three women in a room with a projector screen, discussing. One holds a paper, another gestures.
A man with a beard and sunglasses on his cap smiles at the camera in a room.
A man and woman smiling and holding gift bags, standing in a room with wooden flooring.
A group of children and adults stand in a room with wooden floors, holding bags. Some wear glasses, and two people sit at a table.
A large group of people, including children, poses for a photo in a room with wooden floors.
Connection, conversation, and community were on full display at the April 21st Positive Outcomes ParentCamp! Families and staff built meaningful relationships, shared insights, and strengthened partnerships to support students.

Read more: https://www.parentcamp.org/article/2836189

#ParentCamp #DEDelivers
2 months ago, Julie Pile
A group of people wearing casual clothing are standing and posing for a photo in a room.
A woman sits in a classroom, smiling, with a whiteboard in the background displaying text and diagrams.
A woman wearing glasses holds a baby in front of a large screen displaying a colorful wheel.
Person in pink shirt holds gardening tools in one hand and a potted plant in the other.
Join us for ParentCamp at Thomas Edison Charter School—an evening of connection, conversation, and community! Families and educators will gather for real talk in engaging discussion rooms while kids enjoy fun in Kids Club. Enjoy a free meal and don’t miss the Rock–Paper–Scissors tournament!
📅 April 23 | 🕔 5:30–7:30 PM (Registration at 5:15)
📍 Thomas Edison Charter School
🔗 Register: www.bit.ly/Edison-PC
Thank you to the Delaware Department of Education for supporting this event. Donations to support future ParentCamps—meals and prizes—are appreciated; no amount is too small.
#ParentCamp #DEDelivers

2 months ago, Julie Pile
People gather in a room with a projector screen displaying the words "ParentCamp". Some wear winter clothing.
A poster for ParentCamp on April 23, 2026, featuring adults and children, schedules, and logos.
Three people sit together; two women and a man, smiling and speaking in a classroom.
Join us for Sussex Montessori ParentCamp on April 22 from 5:00–7:00 PM! Families and educators come together for real conversations around literacy and learning—no presentations, just meaningful connection. Kids Club and a free meal included!

Register: https://bit.ly/SussexMS-PC

Thank you to the Delaware Department of Education for supporting this event. Donations toward meals and prize giveaways are always appreciated—no amount is too small.

#ParentCamp #DEDelivers
2 months ago, Julie Pile
Two men sit together on chairs in a room, one wears a plaid shirt, the other a gray shirt. Behind them is a whiteboard and a bookshelf.
We’re excited to bring the community together for **Positive Outcomes Charter School ParentCamp on Tuesday, April 21!

ParentCamp is all about authentic connection—families, educators, and community members engaging in meaningful conversations that support students and strengthen relationships. No presentations—just real dialogue where every voice matters.

Join us, share your perspective, and be part of the conversation: https://bit.ly/PositiveOutcomes-PC
#ParentCamp #FamilyEngagement #Education #Community #DEDelivers
2 months ago, Julie Pile
A group of people, adults and children, gathered indoors for a photo, standing behind tables, with a banner and TV in the background.
Congratulations, Kaneisha!
Your ParentCamp family is overjoyed for you as you welcome your baby girl. Wishing you and your family health, happiness, and a lifetime of beautiful memories together.
2 months ago, Julie Pile
A floral border displays a card with congratulations to Kaneisha Savage for her baby girl. The message wishes health and happiness to the new mother.
Join us at Gateway Charter School for ParentCamp—an evening of connection, conversation, and community! Families and educators will come together for real discussions (no presentations), while kids enjoy fun activities.
📅 April 22 | 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Gateway Charter School
Free meal included! Register: https://bit.ly/Gateway-PC
Thank you to the Delaware Department of Education for supporting this event. Donations for future ParentCamps are always appreciated—no amount is too small.
#ParentCamp #DEDelivers
3 months ago, Julie Pile
A flyer for ParentCamp with text, icons, a group photo, and a QR code. It's about family, school, and community engagement.
Join us for ParentCamp at McCullough Middle School—an evening of connection, conversation, and community! No presentations, just real talk. Free meal, Kids Club, and fun activities for all.

📅 April 30 | 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 McCullough Middle School
🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/McCullough-PC

Thank you to the Delaware Department of Education for supporting this event. Donations for future ParentCamps are always appreciated—no amount is too small.

#ParentCamp #DEDelivers #FamilyEngagement #CommunityConnection
3 months ago, Julie Pile
A flyer for ParentCamp on April 30, 2026. It highlights a time of 7:30pm at McCullough Middle School.
We’re walking—and we’d love for you to join us 💙

On May 2nd, ParentCamp is showing up for the Walk for a Healthy Community in Delaware in support of Matt Morrison and the Delaware Dream Center.

Matt has poured so much into our community as a ParentCamp facilitator and Aspira team member—and this is our chance to walk alongside him.

👟 Walk with us:
https://secure.walkforahealthycommunity.org/p2p/fundraising/394011/team/1046349/en-CA

💙 Or support the cause:
https://secure.walkforahealthycommunity.org/p2p/fundraising/394011/participant/5604557/en-CA

Let’s take steps together for something bigger than ourselves.

#ParentCamp #DEDreamCenter #WalkForAHealthyCommunity #CommunityMatters #StrongerTogether
3 months ago, Julie Pile
A poster for a walk event. It says, "Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community." It shows people walking.
ParentCamp is proud to be a sponsor of the World Maker Expo! This exciting event brings together innovators, creators, educators, students, and families to explore hands-on learning, creativity, and the power of making.

Stop by the ParentCamp table to say hello, learn more about how ParentCamp connects families, schools, and communities through meaningful conversations, and discover how you can bring the ParentCamp experience to your school or organization.

We’d love to meet you, share ideas, and connect with fellow makers and community builders. Come visit us and be part of the conversation!

Learn more about the event:
www.themakerexpo.com
3 months ago, Julie Pile
Four promotional posters for events. One shows a rocket. Another displays a planet. A third poster has a cup of coffee.
The World Maker Expo - images of kids creating and being engaged