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Is Boarding School Right for Your Child? Key Factors to Consider

Oct 1, 2024 | scoop team

Choosing the right educational path for your child is a significant decision, and boarding school is an option that many families consider. While it may seem daunting at first, boarding schools can offer unique opportunities for growth, independence, and academic excellence. Let’s explore key factors to help you determine if boarding school could be the […]


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Here are Great Fall Hikes for the Whole Family

Sep 22, 2024 | scoop team

Fall is the perfect time of year to get out and explore the outdoors with family while enjoying cooler days and beautiful fall foliage. Our list of hikes are all local to our area making them an easy activity outing on a nice day. Hikes under 2 miles tend to work best for most families […]


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Executive Functioning Skills: The Hidden Key to Academic Success

Sep 12, 2024 | scoop team

Charlotte area students spend their high school years preparing to tackle their college applications and for the leap to college.  Much focus is placed on GPAs, standardized test scores, and extracurricular activities. However, there’s a set of skills that often flies under the radar yet proves crucial for academic success: executive functioning skills (EF). These […]


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Fall 2024 Kids Consignment Sales Scoop

Aug 27, 2024 | scoop team

Back to school means shopping for new clothes, shoes, and backpacks. But new to you doesn’t have to be brand new. Consignment sales can be a great way to save money and get the best bang for your buck when you need to buy lots of items for a new season. These are also a […]


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Shop New & Cute for Girls & Tweens at The Pearl Pagoda

Aug 22, 2024 | scoop team

If you’ve been following scoop for a while, you know we love to suss out and work with the locally owned boutiques and businesses that may not automatically be on your radar, but should be. Especially the shops that you can always just run in and find something perfect to wear, or for your home […]


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Swimmer’s Ear. How You Get It, How to Avoid It, How to Treat It.

Jun 22, 2024 | scoop team

Guest post contributed by CEENTA What is “Swimmer’s Ear”? If you get water in your ear, and it stays inside your ear, it can cause a condition known as swimmer’s ear. Swimmer’s ear (or otitis externa) is an infection of your outer ear caused by bacteria that can grow in this moist environment. Symptoms include ear pain, itching, […]


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Navigating the Transition from High School to College: Tips for Students & for Parents

Jun 18, 2024 | scoop team

Launch Pads to Lecture Halls Transitioning from high school to college is a significant milestone filled with excitement and new challenges. For recently graduated seniors and their parents, navigating this period successfully requires preparation, understanding, and adaptability. At Garrett Educational Consulting, we aim to provide you with valuable insights to make this transition smoother. Here […]



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How to Celebrate Father’s Day in SouthPark This Year

Jun 4, 2024 | Allison

Father’s Day is right around the corner, and SouthPark has all you need to celebrate the dads in your life. From gifts to experiences to lunch and a beer out, here are over 15 ways to celebrate dad in SouthPark. Experiences to Spend the Day Together Out for Lunch Gifts for Him Time to Pamper  […]


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Best Kid & Pet-Friendly Patios in Charlotte, Your 2024 Update

Jun 3, 2024 | Alex Maloney

It’s patio weather in Charlotte and there’s nothing better than sitting outside enjoying the weather with the whole family — including the furry members! We’ve rounded up all the best kid and pet-friendly patios in the Charlotte area, organized by neighborhood for your planning convenience. Keep in mind, while this article separates out kid-friendly patios […]


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The Easiest Dad’s Day Shopping is at Onward Reserve

May 28, 2024 | scoop team

Yes, it’s that time again. Father’s Day is coming up, on Sunday, June 16, and if you want to give gifts that are classy and classic, stylish and sporting, swing by Onward Reserve in the Park Road Shopping Center for your one-stop guy gift shop. While they do have an excellent online store here if you can’t make the […]


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16 Charlotte Area Hikes the Whole Family Can Enjoy

May 20, 2024 | scoop team

This is the perfect time of year to get out and explore the outdoors with family. Our list of 16 easy and flat trails in and around Charlotte will help you plan your next family adventure! McDowell Nature Preserve – South West Charlotte This Nature Preserve has hiking trails, picnic areas, campground, playground, nature center […]


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