Editor's Letter

Almost. Made. It. The end is near and in sight! It seems that each year, the May calendar gets busier and fuller with so much to get in before the final bell sounds for summer. I speak from experience when I say that the teachers are counting down with as much anticipation as the students! To help you get through these final weeks, Olathe mom Karen Johnson has put together some great tips on successfully wrapping up the school year. And, to her list, might I add a suggestion of my own? Grab your mom friends and head out for a happy hour at least once before the end of the year!

Not only does May bring the end of the school year, but it also brings Mother’s Day. As a parenting magazine, we obviously think Mother’s Day is an important celebration! Kansas City Mommas, raising kids is hard work and at any given moment it can seem like the best, worst, hardest, most fulfilling, most underpaid, most tiring job on the planet. Know that you’ve got this and that we’re all in this together. My hope is that each month KC Parent is a place for you moms (and dads!) to find tidbits and info to help you along your parenting journey.

Festival and fair season gets into full swing this month. Be sure to check out our festival guide to keep up with all the latest. There’s something fun for everyone!

Happy Mother’s Day and end of school year, Kansas City!