In recent years, homeschooling has become an attractive proposition for many parents. Though it is highly beneficial, it also comes with its set of challenges. After some time, your child can start missing some of the things regular schools offer, such as socializing and activities. Therefore, to ensure homeschooling does not become boring for your child, it is crucial to incorporate other activities to make it fun.

Do you find yourself being less productive at home even though you’re in the house more than usual? Don’t worry, it happens to a lot of us! Without our daily routines of going to work, school, the gym and out into public spaces, it can be difficult to stay on task and achieve your goals. Thankfully, there are a few helpful tips you can follow to help you be more productive at home.

Summer is officially upon us, and with kids being out of school for months already due to recent world events, families across the nation are faced with a unique transition between abruptly ended learning, summer break and back to a regular school routine.

With the nation under continued COVID-19 restrictions, and many facilities closed, it can be difficult to keep children engaged and entertained at home. With kids tired and bored of being cooped up in the house, what else can parents offer them?

The concept of education and learning is almost always associated with schools and other traditional learning institutions. For young children, this comes in the form of preschool programs, where children begin their academic, social, and, emotional growth. 

There are many benefits to enrolling your child in the YMCA of Southern Nevada’s educational and fun summer camps. Hands-on learning activities allow your child to become a well-rounded individual. Our camps are not only designed to be a fun way for your child to spend their summer, but they also impart a lot of skills and knowledge to complement their academics. Here are the top 5 benefits of summer camp for kids.

If you're searching for a flexible job and are comfortable working around the water, consider obtaining your lifeguard certification. As a certified lifeguard, you'll supervise swimmers and rescue and assist individuals who appear to be in distress.

Learning to swim is a rite of passage every child should enjoy. Not only does this skill help build confidence, but it also ensures they can stay safe while enjoying summertime fun. 

Research indicates people who set goals have better results than those who simply want to "do better." However, to get the most benefit, it's essential to set effective goals. Here are some tips for setting goals you can actually achieve at your gym in Las Vegas:

The YMCA of Southern Nevada is an organization dedicated to changing lives for the better. Our cause is not only meant to promote the lives of individuals but also to build a strong, healthy and stable community. They have developed multiple programs across the region to touch and inspire children, teens, adults, and seniors. The time, valuables and finances that people donate to the Las Vegas Y are used to support many causes. If you are wondering what exactly your donation does, here's how it helps.