Back-To-School Guide For Rochester Moms

Guide To Back To School

September is around the corner and it is time to start thinking about the new school year! We are here to help with our Back-To-School Guide For Rochester Moms.

Back-To-School Tips

Back To School Tips From A Teacher

Back-To-School Tips From A Teacher

And just like that, it’s almost time for kiddos to go back to school. Summer is winding down and within a few short weeks, school will be back in session. Back-to-school ads play on repeat with their catchy music, fresh school supplies, and styles. Summer camps are coming to a bittersweet end. Fall decorations and clothing line the isles at stores …Continue Reading

Back To Homeschool

Back To (Home)School!

It’s that time of year when homeschoolers are excited to get back out to the playgrounds and museums! Whether you are a new or seasoned homeschooler, we all plan for a productive year as we guide our children to learn and grow. We are excitedly gathering curriculum, signing up for classes, planning field trips, preparing paperwork, and wondering what this year will bring. We go online to get inspiration, or to other moms for advice …Continue Reading 

Organizing Your Home For The Upcoming Year

Organizing Your Home For The Upcoming School Year

Can you believe the start of a new school year is just a few weeks away?! Whether your summer has flown by, dragged on, or somehow simultaneously done both (like mine has) — now is the time to start getting your home organized and ready for the influx of paperwork and supplies for the upcoming school year …Continue Reading

Easing The Transition To Middle School

The transition from elementary to middle school is a significant and exciting milestone for both children and their parents. As children face new academic and social challenges, parents often navigate their own emotions and responsibilities. Feeling supported and prepared during this time is essential …Continue Reading

Guides

Guide To Homeschool Co-ops & Groups

Guide To Homeschool Co-ops & Groups

Rochester, NY has a large and active homeschooling community with endless opportunities. There are constantly ways to participate with other homeschooling families, allowing children and caregivers to socialize and benefit from group classes, …Continue Reading

Guide To Private Schools, Preschools and Child Care

Guide To Private Schools, Preschools And Child Care

Welcome to our Guide To Private Schools, Preschools And Child Care In Rochester! Our list is broken down by neighborhood with program ages to help you navigate our guide …Continued Reading

Printables

A Teacher's Favorite Things

A Teacher’s Favorite Things

I want our teachers to know we see them for who they are individually. Print out the questionnaire below for your child’s teacher to fill out! This list of their favorite things …Continue Reading

First Day Of School Signs

First Day Of School Signs

Ready or not – the first day of school is coming! Wishing you you had a First Day of School sign for a photo? We’ve got your covered with our First Day of School FREE Printable Signs …Continue Reading

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Jackie R.
Jackie is the Founder of Rochester Mom Collective. She grew up in Ohio and moved to California to work in film where she had lots of adventures on movie sets. She met her husband in Hollywood and they moved to the San Francisco Bay Area shortly after getting married. In San Francisco, Jackie found work at a medical clinic where she gathered parenting resources for new moms in need. After being on the West Coast for fifteen years, they moved with their three children to the Rochester area to be near family. Jackie has operated her own photography business, Jackie Rutan Photography, for ten years. Jackie enjoys her quality time with friends and family, fellowshipping at her church and drinking iced coffee.