Normally parent teacher conferences are conducted at least once per school year depending on the age group of the students. These conferences are often held in the first few months of a new grade. They are an opportunity for you…
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When Should I Talk To My Child’s Teacher?
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In addition to parent teacher conferences, there might come times when you need to talk with your child’s teacher. You should learn the basics such as such as the classroom size, curriculum, teaching style, school policies and procedures, and homework…
Juggling High School Sports and Homework
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Sports can be a great stress reducer for high school students. Students often have hectic schedules with school, practice, games, other extracurricular commitments, social involvement, family activities, and homework. There are grade restrictions at most schools regarding sports participation so…
Top 10 Things You Can Do To Prepare Your Child To Take Tests
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You can help your child prepare for school tests in ways that can help him or her perform better and be prepared for many of life’s experiences. These tips include much more than quizzing your child on the test subject.…
A Summer Learning Activity for Kids
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Spring and summer are the perfect seasons for involving your children in gardening. Children love the outdoors and have a natural curiosity for insects, mud, flowers, plants, snails, and wildlife. Gardening can teach children about the earth, nature, and healthy…
Skills Needed to Advance to Ninth Grade
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Being aware of where your child stands and where he or she should be upon entering the ninth grade will help you help him or her become academically prepared. By starting high school at a proficient level they will not…
Skills Needed to Advance to Sixth Grade
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Many students advancing to sixth grade are leaving elementary school and transitioning to a middle school. There can be many changes involved in this promotion including a new school, new classmates, a different attendance schedule, moving about the school for…
Skills Needed to Advance to First Grade
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While school educational requirements and teachers vary most will agree the following skills are a good foundation for starting first grade. Check with your child’s first grade teacher or the school the year before to find out if they have…
Preparing for High School
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High school can be full of ups and downs for students. This is an exciting time of great self discovery as well as the awkwardness of fitting in. There will be new experiences such as dating, driving, and preparing for…
Preparing for Middle School
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Many children have attended one elementary school that has been a safe haven filled with memories. Transitioning to middle school can cause a child to be nervous with anticipation. There will be many questions for your student and you. As…