High School

5 Reasons to Send Your Kid Packing

Posted May 15, 2012 - 01:00 by Katrina Simeck

Culture, High School, Higher Education, Extra Curricular

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Want to give your teen an amazing learning opportunity? Give them a suitcase and a passport!

The Heat is On: Summer Camps 2012

Posted May 9, 2012 - 11:00 by Rhonda Franz

News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, Education, Learning Tools, Culture, Relationships, Pre School, K-8, High School, Extra Curricular

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Some summer camp registrations are still open and the options are endless. Find a great summer camp for your child, and be sure to let us know about summer camps in your area!

5 Ways to Avoid the Summer Brain Drain

Posted April 30, 2012 - 01:00 by Kelli Robinson

Tips, Pre School, K-8, High School

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Looking for ways to avoid the summer learning slump? Check out these 5 ways to keep your child on track and having fun at the same time!

7 Lessons Your Child Won’t Get in School

Posted April 28, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Chores, Tips, Home Life, Discipline, Finances, Education, Shopping, Social Skills, Learning Tools, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Home School, Culture, Relationships, K-8, High School, Extra Curricular

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There are certain skills that must be learned in a real life setting. The best teacher for your child is you. Teach your child about everything from finances to compassion to ensure she grows into an amazing adult.

Join Our Tweetchat Today, Thursday, 4/26 For a Chance To Win an Amazon Gift Card

Posted April 26, 2012 - 01:00 by Rhonda Franz

Safety, News & Commentary, Tips, Discipline, Social Skills, Conflict Resolution, Culture, Relationships, K-8, High School, Parent-Teacher

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Check out this week's article on the Bully movie, and join our #pschat discussion about it today on Twitter. You could be the one to win the Amazon gift card this week!

8 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed in School

Posted April 24, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Tips, Education, Learning Tools, K-8, High School, Higher Education, Parent-Teacher, Extra Curricular

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25% of high school students don't graduate. Studies prove that students who have the most involved parents are more successful in school, but many parents struggle with just how involved they should be. Participating in our children's education is not an option. It is vital to their success.

Join our Tweetchat Today, Thursday, 4/19 For a Chance To Win an Amazon Gift Card

Posted April 19, 2012 - 01:00 by Rhonda Franz

News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, Discipline, Finances, Education, K-8, High School

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Are you teaching your children how to manage finances? Check out this week's article on finances and join our #pschat discussion about it today on Twitter. You could be the one to win the Amazon gift card this week!

7 Ways to Get Your Child Excited About Math

Posted April 18, 2012 - 04:20 by Nancy Flanders

Tips, Education, Learning Tools, Home School, Pre School, K-8, High School, Extra Curricular

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Math can be tough for some children, but having a strong understanding of the subject is important. Make learning more fun for your child with games, books, and apps.

Teaching High School Kids How to Manage Money

Posted April 16, 2012 - 01:00 by Sharon Rowley

News & Commentary, Tips, Learning Tools, High School

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America’s high schools work so hard to prepare kids for life after graduation, but what is so often missing from the curriculum is the basics of personal finance: the nuts and bolts of how to save money, live on a budget, properly manage credit, and so on.

College Test Prep 101: ACT and SAT Tips for High School Students and Parents

Posted April 4, 2012 - 01:00 by Alyssa Chirco

Tips, Education, Learning Tools, High School, Higher Education

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Anxious about helping your high school student ace the ACT or SAT? Follow these tips to set your mind at ease — and raise your child's test score.

How to Survive the College Decision Season

Posted March 6, 2012 - 01:00 by Katrina Simeck

Tips, High School, Higher Education

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Spring brings bright flowers and sunshine — and letters from college admissions offices. Let the mailbox stalking begin! Read on for tips to help your child survive this trying time.

7 Spectacular Ways to Celebrate the Birthday of Dr. Seuss

Posted February 29, 2012 - 01:00 by Alyssa Chirco

News & Commentary, Tips, Education, Learning Tools, Home School, Culture, Pre School, K-8, High School, Higher Education

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He's the man who brought us a people called Who, and also the likes of Thing 1 and Thing 2. His birthday it's time to celebrate — check out these ideas, and don't be late!

7 Educational iPad Apps to Buy Now!

Posted February 22, 2012 - 01:00 by Maggie Wells

Tips, Education, Learning Tools, Home School, Pre School, K-8, High School

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Looking to enhance your child's educational experience through the iPad? Have you seen these cool educational apps?

Don’t (Just) Read to Your Kids

Posted February 20, 2012 - 01:00 by Maggie Wells

News & Commentary, Tips, Education, Learning Tools, Home School, Pre School, K-8, High School

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Think reading to your kids is all you have to do to get them into reading? It's not. You have to read in front of them, too.

5 Ways to Get Children Excited About Art

Posted February 19, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Tips, Education, Social Skills, Learning Tools, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Home School, Culture, Relationships, Pre School, K-8, High School, Extra Curricular

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Art is important for your child's development and there are plenty of ways to get her excited about it. Contests, museums, and playtime are all great opportunities to introduce art. Start now to help your child build stronger academic skills, confidence, and appreciation of the arts.

10 Tips for Making the Most of Reading With Your Kids

Posted February 18, 2012 - 12:36 by Alyssa Chirco

Tips, Education, Learning Tools, Home School, Pre School, K-8, High School

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Reading has many benefits for children, but sometimes it's hard to know where to start. Need some help? Check out these 10 tips for making the most of reading with your kids.

Should Your Kids Ride the Bus to School?

Posted February 15, 2012 - 01:00 by Sharon Rowley

News & Commentary, K-8, High School

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Each day more than 26 million students in the United States ride the bus to and from school. Yet, there seems to be a fair amount of discussion by parents as to whether or not riding the school bus is the right decision for their child. Let’s examine the most common concerns.

5 Apps for Autism

Posted February 5, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, Education, Health, Social Skills, Learning Tools, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Home School, Culture, Pre School, Relationships, K-8, High School, Diseases & Disorders, Extra Curricular

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Your iPhone isn't just a toy — it can be a gateway for your child with autism to develop her skills. Take advantage of the new apps being developed to help children and adults with ASD.

How to Provide Arts Education When Your Child’s School Cuts It

Posted January 17, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

News & Commentary, Tips, Education, Health, Social Skills, Learning Tools, Home School, Culture, Pre School, K-8, High School, Diseases & Disorders, Parent-Teacher, Extra Curricular

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Numerous studies have shown that exposure to the arts helps children build self-esteem and reach higher academic achievements. Despite these findings, school across the country are being forced to cut art, music, and foreign language classes from their budgets. But you can still provide your child with a solid education in the arts.

Celebrating Hanukkah and the Winter Solstice

Posted December 18, 2011 - 01:00 by Maggie Wells

Tips, Culture, K-8, High School

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This week, seize the opportunity to teach the children about the other holidays of December: Hanukkah and the Winter Solstice.