Are We Fostering The Wrong Kind Of College Envy?
When it comes time to apply to colleges, we may not be serving our children well. According to many who work with youth and their academic endeavors, brand prestige from an Ivy League name [Read More]
Article Category: Education
Making the Most of School Field Trips
Teachers affirm that a well-planned school field trip make topics of study come alive by helping them associate concepts learned in the classroom with real world applications. Students retain information on the subject as a [Read More]
Back-to-Homeschool
Sure, homeschooling is a bit different from brick-and-mortar school, but some things are certainly similar. Here are some things to consider when you are getting your child ready for a new homeschool year: 1. [Read More]
The Parent’s Foolproof Guide to College Graduation
Nearly two million graduates received their degrees last year, a number which is steadily increasing. If you’re wondering how best to celebrate the occasion and prepare your child for the “real world” challenges ahead of [Read More]
Scholarship Athletes
It wasn’t until we were driving to the scholastic awards banquet that I realized my son, an all-star soccer player, wasn’t comfortable with another label that also characterized his accomplishments – honor student. We [Read More]
Ady’s Army: Living with Autism
Brian and Chrissy Schubert’s baby girl, Ady, was a normal, happy baby. She played peek-a-boo, spoke a few words, and enjoyed playing with big brothers Bailey and Camden. But one day, everything changed. Suddenly [Read More]
College Test Prep 101
Guiding your high school student through college entrance exams can be intimidating, especially for parents navigating the process for the first time. But there’s no reason to worry. While you may not be able to [Read More]
Literature Resources to Keep Your Kids Reading
Literature is one of the pillars of any educational system, and of course the key to literature is reading a lot of books. Fortunately, many of the great books we often want our children to [Read More]
How to Prepare for the English Section of the Redesigned SAT
Many students in Alabama take the ACT, but depending on where your child desires to go to school, the SAT may also be a necessity. Starting in spring 2016, the College Board will be [Read More]
Getting Ready for Your Child’s IEP Meeting
If you have a child with special needs, chances are you will be attending an IEP Meeting in your near future. The Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP) has collected IEP meeting tips from advocates at some [Read More]