Trending Now (But Not Later): Silly Bandz
Posted June 25, 2010 - 06:37 by Rhonda Franz
Here today, gone tomorrow. Silly Bandz, like so many other trends, are relatively harmless. Don't worry, moms and dads: the excitement won't last forever.Parent-Teacher
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Class, Society, and Children: America’s Increasing Income Gap
Posted April 29, 2010 - 09:32 by Rhonda Franz
The income gap in the United States is widening. And the financial disparity is likely to have a strong effect on children living in poverty.
School Choice and Student Discipline
Posted April 21, 2010 - 05:50 by Rhonda Franz
Charter schools and private schools are becoming a popular choice for many parents. As an educator, I don’t think they can do anything public schools can’t, but discipline is still a top concern in today's classroom.
School Districts Are Using Technology To Get Feedback
Posted March 15, 2010 - 05:34 by Rhonda Franz
In many cities, rating the effectiveness of public schools is as easy as texting on a Blackberry. Capitalizing on ever-present public opinion, many districts are turning to the technology of the internet to get an idea of how parents feel about their child’s education, and capturing a strong voice.
Helicopter Parents: Is Bubble-Wrapping Your Children About to Blow Up in Your Face?
Posted February 8, 2010 - 03:00 by Sonja Stewart
If you think that rescuing your child is protecting them from the harsh realities of life, you may just be delaying the inevitable. Here's how to put your parenting back into perspective.
Bringing Home The Gold: Olympics As A Learning Tool For Parents And Children
Posted January 28, 2010 - 12:00 by Rhonda Franz
The start of the 2010 Winter Olympics is near. This is a great time to get your young champion excited about what the Olympics represent, and use it for an educational resource - for the whole family.
“F” For Fitness: Grading Students On Their Health
Posted January 20, 2010 - 09:36 by Rhonda Franz
Last fall, in an apparent effort to combat current rates of poor diet and obesity, Lincoln University in Pennsylvania required anyone with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 30 or above to take a fitness course.
Voluntary Insanity: 5 Volunteer Jobs Parents Will Actually Volunteer For
Posted September 8, 2009 - 07:13 by Lain Ehmann
To really involve parents, the PTA needs to come up with some volunteer positions that are more suitable for today’s mom-on-the-go. I know everyone’s short on time, so I came up with the following list to help them out.
Just Say No to Volunteering in the Classroom
Posted February 23, 2009 - 17:51 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh
Does your kid's school ask you to volunteer? Why should you have to? Do you do your dishes when you go to a restaurant? DO you read your own X-rays at the hospital? Why are we supposed to be in the classroom?
Holiday Card Action
Posted December 1, 2008 - 00:24 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh
Stuck without a way to make your children think of something besides their lists for Santa? Join my family as we participate in Amnesty International's Holiday Card Action.
Teacher Gifts Guaranteed To Be Loved
Posted November 30, 2008 - 10:26 by Julie Rains
My kids have outgrown the time for giving teacher gifts at school. But a post from rocksinmydryer on "Getting Practical About Teacher Gifts" reminded me of gift-giving strategies at my their elementary school: parents can control their spending but accommodate teachers’ wishes. These tips may work for you and your school, public, private, or home.
Susie Can’t Spell – So What?
Posted January 9, 2008 - 13:03 by Lela Davidson
How can we expect our kids to get really good at anything if they're not allowed to be downright bad at some things? Also, spelling is overrated.
Get Big Discounts When You Homeschool!
Posted January 6, 2008 - 13:58 by Linsey Knerl
One of the downsides to educating your children at home is the expense. Shockingly, however, there are also some big financial advantages to homeschooling that often come in the form of discounts to places you may not have been able to visit otherwise. Here are a few of the many types of businesses that are trying to woo the homeschool crowd with up to 50% off on their goods and services.
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