Weekend Links: Former NFL Player Blames Harvard-Westlake, John Thomas Dye for “Soft, White” Education…and more!

Porcha and I spoke with parents about private elementary school admissions at a combined event hosted by Branches Atelier and New School West Preschools.
Thursday night, Porcha and I spoke with wonderful parents about private elementary school admissions at a combined event hosted by Branches Atelier and New School West Preschools. Thanks for a great evening!
Isn't this gorgeous? The new pergola at the farm is absolutely gorgeous--many thanks to Waverly parents Simon Morgan and Esteban Nuno for their generous design and construction skills, and, of course, to Waverly staff member Carlos Aldaco for absolutely everything.
The new pergola at the farm is absolutely gorgeous–many thanks to Waverly parents Simon Morgan and Esteban Nuno for their generous design and construction skills, and, of course, to Waverly staff member Carlos Aldaco for absolutely everything. Check out Beyond The Brochure’s School Profile of Waverly School in Pasadena!

Former Miami Dolphins football player, Jonathan Martin, who is African American, blames his John Thomas Dye and Harvard-Westlake education for the problems he encountered in the NFL.  “I suppose it’s white private school conditioning, turning the other cheek,” he wrote to his father. John Thomas Dye declined to respond to the article. Harvard-Westlake did respond. This is a fascinating article, yet I don’t think private schools are to blame, but rather the toxic culture within the NFL.  (NYT Motherlode) 

 

News flash! “Moms who brag about being lazy and sloppy can be just as judge as too-perfect ones.” Slacker moms, who don’t worry about nap schedules, sugar or too much screen time, are creating a culture of reverse bullying, says writer Elissa Strauss. It’s unfortunate that adherents of any single parenting style feel compelled to judge other moms. In this case, the slacker moms may not even realize what they’re doing. (Salon.com)

 

Happy Weekend!

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#Wordless Weekend: “Pushing Motherhood” Film, Branches Atelier Preschool Event Photos!

At a fabulous event to screen trailer for "Pushing Motherhood, a documentary about becoming a mom later in life...infertility, and other important issues are covered in this moving film. L to R: Christina Cevallos, Sybil Azur, Linda Cevallos-French, Lisa Ling, Diane Mizota (host). See below for links.
Lady Influencers! At a fabulous event for screening of trailer for “Pushing Motherhood, a documentary about becoming a mom later in life…infertility, and other important issues are covered in this moving film. L to R: Kristina Guerrero, Sybil Azur (Pushing Motherhood filmmaker), Linda Cevallos-French (Pushing Motherhood filmmaker), Lisa Ling (journalist), Diane Mizota (Lady Influencer event host and tv host for @Yahoo Studios). See below for links. Photo credit: @Kristen Kay Photography 2013

 

Sarah Maizes, funny girl/ author of "On My Way To The Bath" and Mommyliteonline and Christina Simon at "Pushing Motherhood" event.
Sarah Maizes, funny girl/ author of “On My Way To The Bath” and MommyLiteOnline and Christina Simon at “Pushing Motherhood” event.

 

Lady Influncers: Healthy, delicious lunch by Paleta. Photo:
Lady Influncers: Healthy, delicious lunch by Paleta. Photo: Kristen Kay Photography 2013

 

Beyond The Brochure co-author, Porcha Dodson and I spoke to parents at Branches Atelier Preschool (near Culver City). It's an amazing place!
Beyond The Brochure co-author, Porcha Dodson and I spoke to parents at Branches Atelier Preschool about kindergarten admissions. It’s an amazing place! Located near Culver City.

 

Branches Atelier Preschool. Reggio inspired!
Branches Atelier Preschool. Reggio inspired!

 

Branches Atelier Preschool.
Branches Atelier Preschool. Stunning!

Diane Mizotawww.dianemizota.com

Pushing Motherhood: Twitter @motherhoodmovie.com and Kickstarter Campaign

Paletawww.paleta.com

Sarah Maizes: www.mommyliteonline.com

Branches Atelier Preschool: www.branchesatelier.com