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Letter From the Publisher P. 4
PB Picks – Back to School Picks P. 5
From Summer to School Mode: 15 Tips to Help Kids P. 6
Out the Door: A Better Morning Routine P. 10
Five Days, No Repeat Lunches P.13
15th Annual School Spotlight P. 14
2026-2027 Palm Beach County School Calendar P. 18
Back to School Supplies P. 19
Back to School Starts at Home: 7 Organizing Habits P.20
Palm Beach County: Events and Things to Do P. 22
Check out our School Spotlight, highlighting Charter, Choice and Private Schools in Palm Beach County. Many have open enrollment for the 2026-27 school year. Check out our School Spotlight for Palm Beach County, Florida.
Check out our 15th annual Beat the Heat Guide. This guide is an excellent resource for the summer when the temperatures outside can reach past 90 degrees and feel like 100. PB Parenting has put together some of our favorite places to visit during the summertime (and year-round). There are also some great indoor options for rainy days or the ever-present afternoon thunderstorms.
- Cyclospora Cases Are Rising: What Parents Should Know
By: Dr. Marta Berio Alvarez, MD Medical Director, After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care Summer usually brings plenty of fresh fruit, salads, cookouts, and meals on the go. It can also bring an increase in certain foodborne illnesses, including cyclosporiasis. The… Read more: Cyclospora Cases Are Rising: What Parents Should Know - School’s Almost Out
End-of-year parenting tips to help you stay calm, connected, and maybe even have a little fun The month of May comes with a unique blend of excitement and exhaustion. It’s the final sprint of the school year, and for many… Read more: School’s Almost Out - BIG SUN. LITTLE ONES. Sun Safety Tips for Florida Families
If you live in Florida, you already know the sun here is a different animal. It doesn’t wait for summer. It shows up in February when your kids are at a birthday party and in October during fall soccer season.… Read more: BIG SUN. LITTLE ONES. Sun Safety Tips for Florida Families - Love Local, Love Mom
PB Picks from our Publisher – Felonice Merriman This Mother’s Day, skip the big box store and show Mom some love with gifts and experiences rooted right here in Palm Beach County. Whether she’s the spa day type, the outdoorsy… Read more: Love Local, Love Mom - 10 Ways to Celebrate Mom on Mother’s Day
According to the National Retail Federation, Mother’s Day spending is expected to reach a record $38 billion this year, surpassing last year’s $34.1 billion and exceeding the previous record of $35.7 billion set in 2023. As with previous years, 84%… Read more: 10 Ways to Celebrate Mom on Mother’s Day - 2026 Spring Break Fun
Spring Break in Palm Beach County will be from March 16-20, 2026. March 23 is a Professional Development Day and there is no school.There are many great camp options (check out page 28). If you are also taking the week… Read more: 2026 Spring Break Fun - 2026“Super Flu” in Kids: What Florida Families Should Know
You may be hearing the phrase “super flu” this year. It’s a media nickname, not a medical diagnosis. What it usually means is that the flu is spreading widely and making a lot of kids (and parents) pretty miserable. The… Read more: 2026“Super Flu” in Kids: What Florida Families Should Know - Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Your Favorite Little Valentines
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be all about romantic love. For families, it’s also a perfect opportunity to celebrate the sweetest Valentines of all — your kids. Between school exchanges, busy schedules, and everyday responsibilities, it’s easy for the holiday… Read more: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Your Favorite Little Valentines - Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida Kicks Off 2026 Cookie Season
New rocky road ice cream-inspired cookie, Exploremores™, joins this year’s lineup Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida is gearing up for the sweetest season of the year with the launch of the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie™ season, set for January 12… Read more: Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida Kicks Off 2026 Cookie Season
Keep kids learning, growing, and having fun beyond the classroom! Our Annual After School Enrichment Guide is here to help parents find the right fit, whether it’s sports, arts, STEM programs, tutoring, or creative activities. These programs not only support academic success but also build confidence, friendships, and new skills. Check out this year’s guide and discover the many ways to enrich your child’s afternoons and weekends.