Teens go through all kinds of stages and phases. Some harmless, like dying their hair a weird color. Some a little more long lasting. If your teen doesn't want to go to school, it might be a stage, or it might be there is a problem. Either way, not going to school has long term … [Read more...] about What to Do When Your Teen Won’t Go to School
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How to Help Your Child Socialize in School
Some kids are natural social butterflies, while others struggle to make friends and fit in. Social interaction is an important part of a child's identity and sense of self worth. If you want your child to have a good self esteem, and not be as susceptible to things like peer … [Read more...] about How to Help Your Child Socialize in School
Private School Admission: Mastering the Fit Between Student and School
Question: "What's the best private school?" Answer: "The school whose program connects/fits best with who your child is."The goal when researching and applying to schools is finding the best fit between student abilities and school strengths.No Best School ExistsThe notion of the … [Read more...] about Private School Admission: Mastering the Fit Between Student and School
School’s Around the Corner; Five Tips to Get Ready Now!
Summer is almost over, and now it is time to get ready for a new academic year. When kids go back to books and friends, life gets hectic, so get prepared. The following are some tips to help you prepare: Tip one: Get the list of required materials from the school. Most schools … [Read more...] about School’s Around the Corner; Five Tips to Get Ready Now!
Should Schools Have Piercing Rules?
A child who wants to have their tongue pierced, or their eyebrow, or their nose may be severely frustrated by a school with piercing rules. They may complain to parents, or make a stink about their rights, and the schools violation of those rights. The following is a look at … [Read more...] about Should Schools Have Piercing Rules?
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to