It’s an exciting prospect: your child going off to “real” school. It feels like a major milestone, but with the anticipation comes some worry. How will my child do in this new environment? What will the transition be like? Is …
There can be a lot of pressure for kids and teens to partake in activities that are considered “normal” for their age. After all, shouldn’t all kids play sports? We get into trouble when we paint with a broad brush; …
Something that often gets overlooked when speaking about a young student’s academic achievement is if they have appropriate social skills. Are they able to communicate with adults and children in a friendly manner? Do they have a group of friends …
Childhood and adolescence, for all their innocence and happiness, can also be times of emotional struggle. Young people face many challenges, from making and sustaining friends to dealing with the perils of social media to navigating the complexities of family …
Everyone loves music. As we become older, it seems that music develops into a sort of backdrop for our lives. We remember certain moments and relate them with different songs. Of course, we all have our own favorite tunes and …
Many parents do not realize that they are in charge of their child’s educational rights up to a certain degree. After having attended numerous Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings during my teaching career, I quickly noticed how a parent could …
Technology has changed the experience of education forever. Traditional schooling started off with a one room schoolhouse. We made a few changes here and there over the next century or so. The one room schoolhouse expanded into a multi-room school, …
If you have not had your parent/teacher conferences already, you will be having them soon. Most schools tend to have them in October or November. It is an interesting time for a teacher, meeting with the parents of your students. …
Math is used in almost everything you do on a daily basis. Driving, shooting a basketball, cooking, exercising, gardening, and the list goes on. Why not take these opportunities to teach your kids or students how they are using math …
Parents seeking ways to get involved in their children’s education sometimes look beyond direct interaction with the school community. Some parents wish to share their experiences and viewpoints with a broader audience as part of an effort to help other …