Signs Your Child Can Benefit From a Private School

Posted on 18 December 2024

Every parent wants the best education for their children,  in an environment that nurtures their growth, and with opportunities that pave the way for their future success. While public schools provide a solid foundation, there are instances where a private school can offer distinct advantages tailored to your child's unique needs and aspirations. From personalized attention to specialized programs, private schools offer a range of benefits that might align with your child's educational goals and provide an enriching experience. [Read More]

Questions To Ask When Considering A Christian Prep School

Posted on 20 January 2022

Christian prep schools provide an alternative to public schools, and many Christian schools are exceptional. If you're considering this type of school for your children, these questions will help you vet different schools so that you find one of the best. Is the School Accredited? Accreditation is foundational to any school, ranging from primary school to post-graduate universities. Any school that's accredited has established and maintained minimum educational requirements, as determined and confirmed by other accredited institutions. [Read More]

Why Remote Summer Programs Are So Important

Posted on 21 September 2021

In the past, kids couldn't wait for summer to come. They knew it meant a few months of freedom. Many children spent it watching television, playing outside, and just having fun. Kids still deserve to have fun in the summer, but they now have much better opportunities to quell their boredom. For example, there are many summer learning programs, including remote programs, available in most areas. If you want your child to do more with their summer, get them signed up for one of these programs. [Read More]

Understanding The Three Main Types Of Study Abroad Programs

Posted on 22 March 2021

If you are considering studying abroad as a high school student, it's important to choose the right program. Study abroad options are continually changing and expanding. They vary in location, length, cost, and goals. However, they can be broken down into three main types of programs.  Language and Culture Language and culture programs tend to be longer programs that allow a student plenty of time to adjust to a new place and get to know the people around them. [Read More]

About Me

Tackling Tough Transitions During Grades K-12

I spent a lot of years volunteering in schools, and I want to continue dedicating my life to helping children so I thought I would try my hand at blogging. I split my time between several schools in our district, so I have a lot of tips to share with parents of children of all ages. I first want to talk about how to ease your child through the exciting yet often tough transitions children face during their first year of middle school and their freshman year of high school. Some children struggle in the new environments, and they need extra emotional support during these years. Many children don't like to share their problems with their parents, so parents need to ask questions every day during these important years and help their children come up with solutions for every obstacle they face.

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