Child care in tampa: Find Care For Your Child

Опубликовано: August 22, 2022 в 11:12 am

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KidsPark Tampa | Wesley Chapel, FL: Childcare, Babysitting, Preschool

FAQ

What will my child do at KidsPark?

Short answer:  HAVE FUN!

 

Long answer:  Activity areas throughout our centers offers enrichment opportunities and opportunities to socialize. Kids can participate in the area of their choice. Areas include Creation Station, Mountain of Energy, Activity Area, Blue Crew (5 and up), Theater, Sport Court. Each month there are featured activities that include cooking, arts and crafts, sensory exploration or hands-on science. Read more.

Who will care for my kids?

Short answer: Our KidsPark staff are energetic, creative people who enjoy interacting with children and have experience in early childhood education. 

 

Long answer: Our staff provides a safe, fun center for your kids and they are also:

  • Certified in First Aid and CPR
  • Screened by the Department of Justice
  • Trained in Early Childhood Education and Recreation
  • Required to attend staff development and skill-building workshops and classes

What COVID-19 safety protocols does KidsPark use?

Short answer: Your children’s health and safety are our top priority. KidsPark follows CDC guidelines. We’ve increased cleaning and disinfection efforts and health screening protocols at check-in.

 

Long answer: Visit our COVID-19 detailed resource page.

 

When should I use KidsPark?

Short answer: ANYTIME!  KidsPark is a treat, a part of your routine, or your back-up childcare provider. 

 

Long answer: KidsPark is a safe, fun, pay-as-you-play center for kids ages 2-12 (check with your local center for exact ages). Care by the hour, day, or week, we’re here anytime you need us. We’re open days, evenings, and weekends – no reservations needed!

 

Please keep in mind, especially for young children, it is easier for them to come to a center they know.  Don’t wait until an emergency, get your children used to KidsPark now so they are prepared.

Should I bring a meal or snack?

Short answer: Snacks of 100% apple juice or water and crackers are complimentary at 10am, 3pm and 8pm.  

 

Long answer: Lunch and dinner can be brought with you or purchased. See our daily menu on the sidebar. Check your local center for mealtimes. Please, do not pack any products with peanuts. Check with your local center for their detailed meal policy. 

 

Label all items and meals from home with your child’s name.

Are there potty-training requirements?

Short answer: No! 

 

Long answer: Diapers are welcomed. If your child is in diapers, bring a spare. What if my child is potty training? If your child is toilet training, bring extra clothes just in case . . . we do remind them!

Is there a regular nap time?

Short answer: Naps are not scheduled* since children arrive at various times. 

 

Long answer: If a child is tired, they are encouraged to rest in our theater or a quiet area. If you are sure your child will sleep, please bring a pillow or blanket for them.

 

*Some State regulations require a center-wide quiet time.  Please check with your local center.

How can I help my child transition to a new setting?

Short answer:  kids thrive at KidsPark and can’t wait to come back.

 

Long answer:  You know your child best and how they react to new experiences.   They may be joiners, watchers, explorers, or resisters. We assist each child to make his or her transition easy and positive. Read more.

How did KidsPark start?

Short answer: I am sure you’ve heard, necessity is the mother of invention.  Like you, the founder, Debbie Milner, needed hourly care . . .  and the rest is history.

 

Long answer: Read more.

What is the KidsPark Good Citizen pledge?

Short answer: We want all the children in our care to experience a fun, safe time. Consequently, KidsPark is serious about good citizenship.   We have zero-tolerance for fighting, bad language, and bullies.

 

Long answer: If your child acts inappropriately, we may call you to pick up. If this behavior is demonstrated on multiple visits, children may be suspended or expelled. If the transgression poses serious safety concerns, they may be suspended or expelled on the first occurrence.

 

A good KidsPark Citizen:

  • Enters the center calmly and stays in the play area.
  • Keeps their hands to themselves.
  • Uses toys as they are intended.
  • Is friendly and uses kind words and actions.
  • Takes turns and shares.
  • Is respectful and a good listener

 

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The national typical hourly rate in 2022 is $20. 00 per hour for nannies and $17.50 for babysitters. Rates can vary based on the child care provider’s experience, certifications, employment status, and travel expenses. When calculating the cost of child care, you should also account for the number of children they’ll care for and additional responsibilities like household tasks or homework help. Learn more about how to set competitive rates for attracting the best babysitters.

The best way to find child care near you is to post a job detailing your needs on Sittercity, which will be shared with our community of available babysitters and nannies. We’ll notify you when child care providers apply to your job, and from there you can proceed with interviews, background checks, and reference checks so you can find the perfect fit for your family.

You can find experienced and passionate child care providers near you to provide the best care for your child, either in-home or virtually. Child care providers can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more. Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time, live-in, or temporary care, you can count on Sittercity for finding passionate and experienced child care providers.

Families find trustworthy child care providers on Sittercity who are passionate about providing safe and enriching care for their children. Many providers report they are First Aid and CPR certified to provide the best care for your family. Babysitters and nannies have the option to complete regular background checks, and you can easily request a recent background check if they don’t have one or it is not recent. Families can also request to see professional references!

Our dedicated team also champions safety across our platform every day. Child care providers go through an identity verification process Berbix when registering an account. Some additional safety measures include Family Watchdog screening, babysitter and nanny reviews, and secure messaging.

Nannies and babysitters share the same primary responsibility of providing safe and enriching care for your child, but there are a few differences between them. Nannies are more commonly associated with regular work, whether full or part-time, offering daily or consistent care to a particular family. There are also several different types of nannies, including au pairs, house managers, doulas, live-in, and overnight nannies.

Babysitters, on the other hand, are typically hired for irregular or occasional work, either full or part-time. If you’re looking for last-minute care for date night, or the occasional few hours after school, a babysitter is a great best option.

Identifying the type and frequency of child care you’ll need is the best way to decide whether a babysitter or nanny is a better fit for your family.

Child care providers on Sittercity love providing enriching experiences for your children, and sharing their passions with them. They’re happy to participate in outdoor activities like sports, or indoor activities like music, baking, tutoring help, and art. Wherever your child’s interests lie, child care providers on Sittercity can engage them in a nurturing way.

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    Inspection Reports

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    Gold Seal Quality Child Care Program

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In contrast to the CDC’s new guidelines, the Florida Department of Children and Families has eliminated quarantines for kids in day care.

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The Florida Department of Children and Families says children in child care and child care employees don’t need to wear masks. (Shutterstock)

FLORIDA — Flying in the face of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s new COVID-19 guidelines, on Thursday Florida Department of Children and Families Secretary Shevaun Harris said the DCF is further relaxing COVID-19 restrictions for child care facilities and providers.

Saying the CDC’s guidelines are “antiquated and have forced Florida families to miss work and school even when it is safe to return,” the DCF is eliminating the need for children in child care to quarantine at home if they’re exposed to someone who tests positive.

And while the CDC continues to recommend that children over age 2 and staff wear masks, the Department of Children and Families has dropped that requirement.

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“Our department’s top priority is the well-being of Florida’s children,” Harris said. “We know that unnecessary regulations resulting in overbearing isolation requirements can be detrimental to both a child’s mental and physical health. Gov. Ron DeSantis’ leadership in ensuring that children and families are not hindered by burdensome procedures has allowed people to live freely in Florida.”

DeSantis said the new guidelines are intended to relieve parents from the loss of income by having to stay home with children in quarantine who show no COVID-19 symptoms.

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“Florida is supporting parents with children in day care by updating outdated, unscientific guidelines that hurt working families and keep kids out of school,” DeSantis said. “Florida is making it clear that healthy children in day care do not need to quarantine; children in day care who test positive for COVID-19 can return after five days, with no test required. This guidance also reiterates that children attending day care should never be forced to wear a mask — this choice should always be made by the parent.”

Under the new DCF guidelines:

  • Children who have a COVID-19 exposure or close contact, but have no symptoms, are not required to quarantine and can remain in the classroom.
  • If a child is COVID-19 symptomatic or COVID-19 positive, they should stay home while symptoms persist. The child will be able to return to the classroom after five days have passed since the onset of symptoms and are fever free for 24 hours.
  • Children in a child care facility are not required to wear a mask or face covering.
  • Child care facilities are encouraged to continue to routinely clean classrooms and high-traffic areas.
  • Children and staff are encouraged to practice routine handwashing throughout the day.

In contrast, the CDC still recommends a five-day quarantine for children exposed to the coronavirus, vaccinations for all children who are eligible and masks for workers and children over the age of 2.

The new DCF guidelines were issued the same day DeSantis and Florida General Joseph Ladapo announced that they are “pushing back on unscientific corporate masking” of employees.

In a joint statement, DeSantis and Ladapo said many corporations have continued to require employees to wear masks at work “despite a lack of evidence that masks, and particularly cloth face coverings, prevent the transmission of COVID-19.”

Saying there is no strong evidence that masks reduce the transmission of respiratory illness, DeSantis said Florida’s new masking guidance advise against wearing facial coverings in a community setting.

He said the new guidelines make it “clear that all employees at a corporation should not be forced to wear a mask while at work. The guidance recognizes that there are millions of employees in Florida working in industries from hospitality to manufacturing to banking who, for no reason whatsoever, have been forced to wear a mask at work.”

Additionally, DeSantis said the Department of Education will drop the need for public school students to quarantine for five days if exposed to COVID-19.

“People want to live freely in Florida, without corporate masking creating a two-tier society and without overbearing isolation for children,” said DeSantis. “We are empowering health care practitioners to follow science, not Fauci’s status quo.”

Ladapo further indicated that the CDC’s continued push for vaccinations is misguided.

“The state of Florida has widespread natural and vaccine-induced immunity,” he said. “Evidence suggests that most secondary transmission occurs early on. Our state will continue to make decisions for Floridians rooted in sound science, not fear, whether they are working or in school.”

“COVID-19 vaccines available in the United States are effective at protecting people from getting seriously ill, getting hospitalized, and even dying,” CDC Director Rochelle Walensky said during a White House briefing Jan. 26 to announce the agency’s plans to loosen some of its COVID-19 guidelines. “As with vaccines for other diseases, people who are up to date are optimally protected. The CDC recommends that everyone 5 years and older get their primary series of COVID-19 vaccines, and receive a booster dose when eligible.”

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Owner Amanda Justus (left) and director Heather Perez invite you to check out KidsPark, located just off I-75 on S. R. 56 in Wesley Chapel.

KidsPark is a totally new concept in childcare for the New Tampa and Wesley Chapel area.

“If you’re a mom, you get it,” says Amanda Justus, the owner of the KidsPark Tampa, located just off of S.R. 56, east of I-75, in Wesley Chapel. She explains that KidsPark is available for children ages 2 through 12, for drop-in childcare.

“We offer hourly childcare on days, evenings and weekends with no reservations,” says Amanda. “For date nights, meetings, grocery shopping, appointments, anything… you just drop your kids off.”

The concept is popular. Since opening in August, KidsPark has registered about 600 families. The Wesley Chapel location is part of a growing franchise headquartered in San Jose, CA. Its 17 locations are in seven states, including three KidsPark facilities in Florida.

“My first experience with hourly childcare was when I was living in North Carolina and my husband was in the Marines,” Amanda says. “Hourly childcare saved my life. Sometimes, it was the only way for me to get to the store or clean the house.”

Amanda and her husband Ricky live in Wesley Chapel with their two children, Camryn, who is 10, and Gavin, who is 6. Amanda worked as a microbiologist at Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel before leaving her job to focus on opening and running KidsPark. While her undergraduate degree is in microbiology from the University of South Florida in Tampa, she also holds a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from nearby St. Leo University, which she earned in 2013.

“I’ve always wanted to own my own business, and I knew this was something the area needed,” she says.

When Amanda realized that she could open a KidsPark franchise, she says she signed the paperwork immediately, “And, it’s exceeded our expectations.”

KidsPark’s full-time director, Heather Perez, has 20 years of experience as a preschool director in Pasco County. “Heather has been a huge help for me,” says Amanda. “My background is in science, so it’s great that Heather understands all of the licensing and requirements.

Meeting Your Needs

For anyone who works 12-hour shifts or evening hours, such as nurses, servers, or anyone in retail, traditional daycare just doesn’t work. Amanda says that since her husband is a firefighter, she used to pay for full-time childcare, even though she didn’t need it.

Whether your kids are pre-school age or as old as age 12, they are welcome to enjoy KidsPark.

Dads and moms apparently like it for date night, too. “Parents tell us we’re saving their marriages,” says Amanda. “Dads actually high-five us and say thank you.”

KidsPark has something for all kids, from dramatic play to air hockey, board games and puzzles, as well as karaoke, Wii dance, Wii sports, and Xbox. Kids Park also has a private, enclosed outdoor space so kids can get some fresh air.

While visitors to KidsPark get time for open play, there also are scheduled activities. “We try to make sure every child takes home a craft or art project,” Amanda says, “so parents can see what they’ve been doing.

KidsPark serves lunch at noon every day, and dinner at 6 p.m. The meals are catered and cost just $4. Snacks are provided at no additional charge at 10 a.m., 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.

“It’s huge to know that you always have child care, and – unlike what might happen with a babysitter – that they aren’t just sitting there watching TV,” Amanda says.

Preschool, Too

In addition to hourly childcare, KidsPark offers both Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) for four year olds and preschool for ages two and three.

KidsPark’s one VPK class filled up quickly. These families use a voucher and pay nothing when they pick their child up by noon. On any day, whether the parent is running late or would like additional childcare, the kid simply stays longer and parents pay just the regular hourly rate for any additional time.

“Buddy Preschool” also is held each day from 9 a.m. to noon, but parents have the flexibility to choose which days they attend and pay hourly just for the times their child is there.

Affordable Rates

“We try to make it so everyone can afford child care,” Amanda says. The hourly rate is just $7.75 for one child, or $11.75 for two. Additional siblings are $3 per hour. A “preferred customer rate” is available for anyone who pre-pays $100 or more (in $50 increments, up to $250). Ten percent is added to your prepayment, so if you pre-pay $100, you actually get $110 credited to your account.

There is a $25 registration fee per family (not per child), which is a one-time fee, as long as you come at least once a year. Also, once you’ve paid the registration fee at any facility, you can use all of the KidsPark facilities across the country if you’re traveling.

Amanda also offers discounts to hospital employees and to anyone in the military.

On Sundays, before and after Kids Park is open, the staff hosts birthday parties and other private parties.

“For a private party, you have the whole center to yourselves,” says Amanda. “You choose a craft and a game, and the cost includes face painting, two staff members to keep the kids busy, and also includes invitations, paper products and even decorations.

Happy Customers

Denise Drury’s two-year-old twins, John and James, were KidsPark’s very first clients.

“It’s a wonderful place,” says Denise. “The caregivers there treat my boys like they’re their own.”

Denise adds that KidsPark is, “the best concept ever, for a mom to be able to drop her kids off at the last minute,” whether it’s for grocery shopping, an appointment, or a night out with her husband. “It’s affordable, and I can’t get over all of the activities the kids get to do there.”

KidsPark is located at 26240 Golden Maple Loop, just off of S.R. 56 (east of I-75) in Wesley Chapel. The center is open Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–10 p.m., 8 a.m.–midnight on Friday, 10 a.m.–midnight on Saturday, and 1 p.m.–6 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, see the ad on page 18, call 803-4972, or visit KidsPark.com.

Best Day Care In Tampa Bay

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Trusting your child to a stranger is very stressful for both a parent and a child. To make the transition easier on both parent and child, a visit to the day care facility prior to enrollment would benefit everyone involved. Facilities that allow drop-in visits or viewing portals could help the parent relax and be less stressed about leaving their child at a new day care. Here are some great Tampa Bay day care centers that ensure your child is left in good hands.

Time of Wonder Academy
5130 Eisenhower Blvd. Suite 180
Tampa, FL 33634
(813) 886-9500
www.timeofwonder.com

Time of Wonder Academy arranges the curriculum so that children ages six weeks to five years old will be encouraged to think creatively and explore the world around them. There are also VPK programs, after school and summer day care programs for children up to 12 years of age. Fees and rates are provided by phone, email or in person. Daily status reports are provided to parents so they can keep track of their child’s progress.

Carlton Academy Day School
205 North Brush St.
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 489-5485
www.carltonacademy.com

Carlton Academy Day School offers many unique options for parents who entrust their children to the day school. There is a parent content section that is strictly for parents of children enrolled in the academy. One of the items available is a viewing portal where parents can monitor the activities going on at Carlton Academy Day School. There are other methods that allow parents to feel comfortable leaving their child at the day school, including a long list of resources on the website for parents to check out.

Kiddie City Learning Center
3024 Park Lane
Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 796-9493
www.kiddiecitylearningcenter.com

Kiddie City Learning Center accepts children ages two through five years. The day care is only closed nine days out of the year and welcomes visits to the facility by parents. At the learning center, each child is provided with breakfast, lunch, snack, milk and juice. All activities at Kiddie City Learning Center are based on the various stages of physical, social, emotional, cognitive and creative development. The VPK program at Kiddie City goes from 9 a.m. until noon. However, Kiddie City Learning Center offers a wrap-around program for the benefits of the parents and the children.

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Kid’s Planet Preschool

A World of Learning
2869  54th Ave. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33714
(727) 521-6931
www.kidsplanetpreschool.com

Kid’s Planet Preschool offers varied learning themes that incorporate science experiments, language development and dramatic play into all of the activities. Many of the activities at Kid’s Planet are hands-on, which means the children have fun and learn at the same time. The tuition at Kid’s Planet includes breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack. Parents and guardians are welcome to drop in at any time as long as it is not disruptive to the daily programs of the day.

Community Preschool
1665  25th Ave. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
(727) 895-2512
www.communitypreschool.com

Community Preschool is a private, non-profit preschool with over 60 years of child care experience. Parent involvement activities are held at the preschool on the last Wednesday of each month. There is a Parent Exchange Program available at Community Preschool in which parents can recycle clothing, books, toys and other items for the benefit of the children enrolled at the preschool. Newsletters are provided to parents on a monthly basis and all enrolled children are given developmental screenings every six months. A list of helpful sources for parents is provided on the website.

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Katherine Bostick is a freelance writer covering all things Tampa Bay. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.

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New York Rangers – Tampa Bay Lightning. Online broadcast 04 June 03:00

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In the second match of the 1/2 finals of the Stanley Cup, the New York Rangers met on their ice with the Tamba Bay Lightning. The first meeting ended with a score of 6:2 in favor of the Rangers. Gazeta.Ru broadcast the match online.

NHL – playoffs. Final – East. Game 2

Finished

Jun 04 03:00

New York Rangers

New York

3 : 2

Tampa Bay Lightning

Tampa

1st period

05’59”
Miller

17’32”
Kakko

02’41”
Kucherov

2nd period

3rd period

41’21”
Zibanejad

57’58”
Floor

Match over

We actually watched a chic match! The Rangers as a whole dominated and won on the case, but Tampa played in segments so that the hosts themselves survived. And in the end, the Lightning almost won back both deficit goals with six of them. The New Yorkers’ lead is solid now, but nothing in this series is clear. We are waiting for the third match, it will be held in Tampa. For now, let’s say goodbye. Thank you for being with us and see you again. The broadcast was hosted by Alexander Sedov.

’60

All – siren! The Rangers took a 2-0 lead in the series!

’60

Stamkos won the faceoff but Hedman missed the target from a good position! The Rangers were kicked out of the zone, and Tampa was offside. 4.7 seconds left. Throw-in in the middle zone.

’60

Another pass. The Rangers were helped to kill some time by a won faceoff. 28 seconds before the siren.

’60

John Cooper naturally took time out.

’60

MIRACULOUSLY CLEARED BY THE RANGERS NOW! Tampa seems to have created more chances in 25 seconds than in the entire game. Kucherov generated chances, and the partners flogged. As a result, Zibanejad threw a nickel into someone else’s zong. I didn’t hit the gate, so there will be a icing. 37 seconds to siren. This is a lot.

’59

The gate is empty again!

’59

While Vasilevsky is at the gate. But now the first link will return to the ice, and it will leave the target.

’58

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL! Nick Paul – 3:2! Hockey players “Tampa” played smartly! Kucherov dragged the puck into the zone, moved to the center, beating the defender, gave it to Perry, who redirected Paul in touch, and he ran around Shesterkin and sent the puck into the goal! Intrigue!

’57

Yes, the gates of Tampa are already empty.

’57

Stamkos’ snap after a face-off won in another zone – Shesterkin catches!

’56

Tampa fought back – guests in full force. But they don’t have much time, and they need to win back two goals.

’56

Vasilevsky managed to move and parried Panarin’s click from the left circle of face-off into the near corner with a shield.

’55

Quietly passes most of the Rangers. The hosts are trying to play to the right, but so far it has not come out.

’54

Here is the removal! Just not in that direction. Victor Hedman went to the penalty box for tripping Alexis Lafrenier! Two minutes majority for the Rangers!

’52

Perhaps, “Tampa” could save one or two majority. But the problem is that the hosts don’t break the rules…

’50

A couple of Shesterkin saves. Not super-goal chances, but Paul’s activity could lead to a goal.

’49

26-23 on shots on target. There is no way to turn the game around for Tampa. Rather, on the contrary.

’47

Nick Paul created a great moment for Maroon, but Patrick couldn’t outplay Shesterkin on a nickel! And in a reciprocal attack, Vasilevsky deflected Lafrenier’s throw with his shield.

’46

Shesterkin parried Maroon’s long-range shot, and then Patrick picked up the puck himself, rolled along the left edge and gave to Futa for a nickel. He set up a stick, but the puck went over the crossbar!

’45

In one attack, first Hagel threw, and then Chernak from the rebound after a pause, and almost finished off the guests from a penny!

’44

Vasilevskiy deflected a shot from Kopp, who caught up with the puck, from an acute angle with his pads.

’43

This is the 18th goal conceded by Vasilevsky to the top of the pancake gate in this playoff. More than all other zones together!

’42

GOOOOOOOOOOL! Mika Zibanejad – 3:1! First, the Swede brought Vatrano to the shot, but Vasilevsky dragged, and then Kucherov lost the puck in the middle zone, and Fox, who intercepted, gave it to the same Zibanezhad into the left circle, and Mika threw it on horseback into the near one!

’41

Let’s go! The third period has started.

Break

Tampa frankly survived in the second period thanks to Andrey Vasilevsky’s phenomenal game, but in the end, not least thanks to John Cooper’s permutations, they were able to fire, showing signs of life. On rolls of 22-17, the Lightning pulled up. We are resting and looking forward to the third 20-minute segment of the match!

’40

Siren on break. Wow, what an interesting end to the second period!

’40

Shesterkin dragged Kucherov’s click, and Palat was not allowed to play the last hit.

’39

Cooper combined Stamkos and Kucherov into one link, and this immediately paid off after the face-off won in a foreign zone. One of the Rangers players lost a stick, and Stamkos beat the other one and advanced to a distant nickel. However, the throw was blocked!

’37

Zak Bogosian last minute prevented Zibanezhad, who had already broken through to the gate, from being thrown.

’36

Cirelli managed to catch the puck that flew into the opponent’s zone and landed there, and his pass to the far post turned into a shot due to a rebound. But Shesterkin reacted and deflected with his shield!

’35

Nick Paul was able to turn around in the zone and shoot, and the puck beat off by Shesterkin was finished off by Colton – again Igor was in place.

’34

Kucherov organized Tampa’s positional attack, but it did not end with a throw even towards the goal.

’33

Another couple of Vasilevsky’s saves. Against the background of the rest, they already seem to be on duty.

’32

Lafrenier found Khitil in a lethal position, but Vasilevsky caught the Czech shot with a trap!

’31

Kreider was looking for a pass and suddenly suddenly threw down from the starboard side into the near corner. But Big Cat Vasilevsky, of course, read it.

’30

Strome intercepted the puck, and together with Panarin Kopp, they rolled out 3 in 1, but the pass of the latter through McDonagh, who was sprawled on the ice, did not pass!

’30

Bellmar found a sharp shot from the middle distance on the rebounded puck, but Shesterkin was on the alert and parried with a trap.

’29

Meanwhile, 17-8 already on shots on target! 9-1 in the second period. Who needs to play?

’29

With tremendous difficulty, the guests fought back – in the full complement of Tampa Bay.

’28

The Rangers won the throw-in in the opponent’s zone, and Vatrano hit hard from the blue line, while Lafrenier put his stick on the rebound. Everything crashed against Vasilevsky.

’27

Another portion of saves from Vasilevsky. The most dangerous was the throw of Panarin, who rolled out onto the gate on the right. Andrey reflected it with a shield.

’26

It all ended in a skirmish behind the goal, and in it Cal Foot was sent off for being rude against Andrew Kopp. Two minutes majority for the already dominant Rangers.

’26

So, Vasilevsky turned on the wall mode and leaves Tampa in the game. First, a save on Panarin, which rolled out across the free space, and then another caught Hitil throw from the backhand from an acute angle.

’25

Vasilevsky repelled two most dangerous shots at his own goal in a row! First, Zibanejad gave Ryan Lindgren a click to touch from the right circle , then Vatrano from the left after a pass from behind the gate and also to touch.

’24

Reeves fueled Mott to Vasilevsky’s gate. Tyler again threw down, and the Russian goalkeeper parried, but the puck rolled out behind him almost to the line. Defender , who rushed there, threw the disc with his hand towards the goalkeeper, and then there was a commotion on the penny, but the Rangers failed to push the puck into the net!

’23

Khitil intercepted an imprudent pass on a pierce from Sergachev in the Tampa zone and made a pass with a throw to a nickel. With difficulty, the Lightning defenders took the puck away from the goal, but the attack continued, and Lafrenier’s shot from close range changed its trajectory from the defender who rushed towards him and flew into the ROOM!

’22

Andrew Kopp, as if nothing had happened, took Hedman’s 92 mph click to the end and drove on.

’22

Cernak landed a shot close to the target from the blue line in Tampa’s positional attack set up by Kucherov, Palat and Cirelli.

’21

Let’s go! The second period has started.

Break

Tampa started very powerfully, as a result, they earned the majority, even though the removal of Reeves was stupid, and implemented it. The guests suppressed for another minute, and then the hosts turned on so that the Lightning faltered. Twice she played in the minority, but held on, but in equal compositions she received two goals. And such a development of events as a whole looks natural in the game. Although there are only 8-7 shots on target. We are waiting for the second 20-minute.

’20

Without throws, although in constant attempts to reach them, the teams finished the first period – siren.

’19

Cirelli robbed K’Andre Miller in the depths of the alien zone and rushed to the goal, but the Trumpet was able to block the throw. A few seconds later, Shesterkin was able to make a save on Killorn.

’18

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL! Kaapo Kakko – 2:1! And again “Kid-line”! It all started with an icing, although Hedman tried to pass to a partner. And after the throw-in in the Tampa zone, Vasilevsky dragged Lafrenier’s throw, which should have already become a goal, but in the continuation of the attack, Hitil found Fox in the left circle of the face-off, and he gave it to the far post to Kakko, who was hiding there. Finn turned his stick and moved the puck to nine!

’17

Kucherov was knocked over in the Rangers zone, not allowing him to quit. Everything is according to the rules. Like a wall, Nikita crashed into K’Andre Miller. Collision of two authors of goals.

’16

On shots on target now 6-6. This is not much, but the game is super bright and rich. Stamkos, by the way, just after leaving the penalty box, according to the rules, already split one of the “rangers” at the side. No mercy.

’15

In full force “Tampa”. For the second time in the minority, the guests survived today.

’14

Lafrenier, in a fight with a defender on a penny, put his stick under Kopp’s pass from the corner, but the puck did not reach the target. The attack continued, and Truba fired at the goal from the blue one – inaccurately.

’13

Vasilevsky shield reflects Zibanezhad’s click from the left circle to the touch!

’13

Another removal from the guests. Now under pressure from the Rangers Steven Stamkos hit Panarin with a stick. Second consecutive majority of the hosts.

’12

Tyler Mott blocked Hedman’s shot near the blue line, ran with the puck to the goal and threw it with an uncomfortable shot, despite the pressure – the ROOM saved Tampa!

’11

A very high-quality majority was held by the Blueshirts, but it ended – in full Tampa Bay.

’10

Zibanejad backhanded from the left circle past the near nine on the puck that bounced off the penny after Panarin’s pass on Strome. The attack continued, and Vasilevsky’s next save stopped the game.

’10

The hosts immediately played great after the throw-in, but Vasilevsky caught the puck after Panarin’s mighty shot!

‘9

For a foul on Chris Kreider outside the Tampa goal , Eric Cernak was penalized with a two-minute penalty. Most Rangers to score in their last six games, including the first of this series.

‘9

Killorn in the attack of “Tampa” with a pass from the board brought Stamkos 1 to 0 to Shesterkin. The captain of the Lightning did everything great, although he had a protector hanging on him, but Shesterkin with his foot did not allow the puck to be rolled into the corner, and then he also repelled the finishing off of Killorn, who rolled but failed to pick up the puck, with his left shield.

‘7

3-4 already on shots on target, and after a powerful start to the guests, the Rangers responded with their impressive stretch. And both teams converted the game advantage into goals.

‘6

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL! K’Andre Miller – 1:1! Alex Killorn rolled down the right side into the alien zone, but Jacob Truba blocked the shot. A massive attack of the hosts went on the move. Chris Kreider gave Frank Vatrano aboard, who found Miller on the blue line. Brandon Hagel rushed under the click and blocked it, but the defender picked up the rebounded puck and flashed Vasilevsky with a wrist shot!

‘6

“Kid-line” in action. The “Rangers” won the fight in a foreign zone, and Kaapo Kakko threw from under the defender past the near nine. The attack continued, and as a result, one of the heroes of the first meeting Philip Khitil attacked from the left circle – Vasilevsky took the puck with his chest and set up a trap.

‘6

Fox made a spectacular spinorama in the Tampa zone and found Panarin in the corner, and he was already making a pass for a nickel to a killer position, but the puck hit the well-placed Tampa defender.

‘5

Panarin intercepted the pass of Hedman and Rutta on the blue line, ran 1 v 0 with the Swede catching up in the face of a mistake and softly put the disc down on the target – Vasilevsky was able to save!

‘5

John Cooper’s team literally rolls under the ice of the hosts. Shesterkin dragged Paul’s throw from an acute angle , and in the second phase of the attack Stamkos attacked after a pass from behind the gate from a far nickel – next to the nine.

‘4

Tampa is 7-1 in this playoff when they open the scoring. Only Toronto lost once, and with 2:0. Well, Kucherov tried to throw 12 times in the first match, hit the target seven times, and then scored with the first throw!

‘3

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL! Nikita Kucherov – 0:1! Steven Stamkos won the face-off, Anthony Cirelli pushed back Victor Hedman, who instantly moved Nikita Kucherov, who had already rolled back to the face-off circle, to the right side, and Corey Perry blocked Shesterkin’s view.

‘3

And here is the first removal in the match. Rudeness Ryan Reeves , who crawls under the skin of all rivals and reinforces this matter with muscles, this time is punished. Argued with Patrick Maroon before the throw-in. And then Reeves was aggressive for the second time before the throw-in and got a penalty for being rude. Most for Tampa.

‘3

So far, teams are practically playing without a goal. Shesterkin and Vasilevsky scored once in the game with a stick. The goalkeeper of the hosts made a long pass on top under someone else’s blue line, and his counterpart held the puck behind the net, and after a pause made an unexpected soft pass to his nickel. The pass is dangerous, but no one expected it, and the pass went through.

‘2

The first shot on goal in the match for Tampa, but Shesterkin did it without any problems.

‘1

Come on! The match has begun.

03:08

Igor Shesterkin defending the New York Rangers goal, Andrey Vasilevsky on the last line of the Tampa Bay Lightning. The lineups are the same as in the first game. Tampa still play without Braden Point, who was injured in Game 7 against Toronto in the first round.

03:05

Separately, it is worth noting how Vasilevsky responds to defeats in the playoffs. Andrey defended the Lightning gate in all 17 matches after failures, conceded only 28 goals in them with a reliability coefficient of 1.47, and also repelled 94.2% of shots. The game of goalkeepers today will again be a key factor.

03:00

If the New Yorkers still manage to win the second match in a row, they will become series favorites and advance with a probability of 86.5%. This is the number of times in the NHL that the team that wins the first two games at home wins the series in the playoffs.

02:55

And here I must say about a very interesting detail. For the past 17 games in the playoffs in a row (since 2020), Tampa Bay has always responded to a defeat with a victory. Is always! The last time she was beaten twice in a row by Columbus in the first round of the 2019 Cup. Then it all ended with a sensational sweep in favor of the team of Artemy Panarin and Sergey Bobrovsky – 4-0. Panarin is still against Tampa today, while Bobrovsky was in the previous round with Florida, who won the regular season, and got 0-4 himself. Always responding with victory for defeat, the Lightning have already won two Stanley Cups in a row and are on their way to the third.

02:50

In the first match of the series, the Rangers won a very confident victory with a score of 6:2. There were many components of success, each of which is important in its own way. Igor Shesterkin played brilliantly and saved a lot, especially in the first period; field players were charged, powerfully started each of the periods and scored quick goals in the second and third, and even two in the second – one in response to a quick return goal from the guests; “Tampa” was somewhat sluggish, academic, or something; Andrey Vasilevsky did not have the best meeting, missing a pancake. We’ll see what happens today.

02:45

Hello dear hockey fans! Gazeta.Ru brings to your attention the second match of the 1/2 finals of the Stanley Cup, in which the New York Rangers host the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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Availability of an Au Pair: the history of the host woman

–Skills–EnglishالعربيـةEspañolFrançaisBahasa Indonesia日本語한국어PortuguêsRussianภาษาไทยTürkçeTiếng Việt简体中文繁體中文 9 Pietro Rossini with Rachel Flume

Rachel Flume is a mother of three in a small town in Massachusetts. (In the photo above, Rachel is seen with her husband and children, along with Paloma, who is on the left.)

A few months before the US pandemic, Rachel was looking for someone to take care of her children while she was busy with work.

Over the years she has tried all kinds of organization: family childcare, babysitting, big kindergartens, “we tried everything,” Flum said in an interview.

“I live in a city where not many families have au pairs, but a few of my friends have tried them and loved the experience,” she said.

Eventually, in 2019, Rachel met some friends who were so excited about the Au Pair program that they convinced her to take a picture.

“I found babysitting to be very expensive and I was looking for something more affordable,” Flum said. “And I thought an au pair would be the best solution for me.”

However, immediately after Rachel made this decision, the Massachusetts government increased the salary of an au pair from $4 an hour to a minimum wage of $13.75 an hour.

While au pairs are more expensive in Massachusetts than in other states, “it’s still cheaper than having a full-time nanny and a lot easier for parents,” Flume said.

Paloma, Rachel’s au pair from Brazil, finally arrived in November 2019of the year. She is a cheerful and sociable girl. She takes care of Rachel’s children while their parents work.

“When we were choosing which au pair to live in our house, we were looking for someone who would have a lot of driving experience,” said Flum. “My kids go to school in Rhode Island and I needed someone to take them this far.”

Paloma was useful not only because she took care of the children and drove them to school: “My 16-year-old eldest daughter considers Paloma her big sister,” said Flum. “Paloma brought joy to our home with her cheerful nature.”

However, everyone who lives abroad experiences times of homesickness. “I also lived abroad,” Flum said. “So, I can sympathize with Paloma as she goes through moments like this.”

Moreover, since the pandemic is still ongoing in many countries, Paloma cannot return to Brazil. “She won’t be able to return to the States if she leaves the country,” Flume said. This makes life even more difficult for international students and au pairs in the US.

Paloma was also a “good excuse” to get out of the house during the pandemic for Rachel’s family. “We went apple picking and showed Paloma around Massachusetts,” Flume said. “My older kids wouldn’t agree to go on many trips if Paloma wasn’t there.”

Paloma with one of Rachel’s children at the exhibition

Paloma also helped Rachel’s family taste Brazilian cuisine and learn more about its culture. “She brought my kids a great understanding of how different cultures are,” Flum shared. “So they were able to see that people are living very different lives in other parts of the world.”

Rachel liked the au pair program, but said that while au pairs handle all visa and immigration paperwork, they don’t help families keep in touch and network.

“Au Pairs have their own way of building communities,” said Flum. “But this is not the case for families. This is something that can be improved in this experience.”

Rachel suggested that other families have an au pair: “We decided to try and hire an au pair for just one year,” Flum shared. “It’s been two years now and this is the best risk we’ve ever taken!”


Pietro Rossini is a Xaverian missionary and ESL student at Framingham State University. This fall, he will attend Boston University, where he will study for a master’s degree in journalism. His dream is to collect and share the stories of mankind around the globe, making the world one family.

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