Learn About and Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s activism and powerful speeches have inspired millions. Besides being an exceptional orator, he played a crucial role in significant legislative changes in the United States, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Voting Rights Act of 1965, the Immigration and Nationality Services Act of 1965, and the Fair Housing […]
Reduce Test Anxiety and Build Confidence with Enrichment and Practice
While it’s not possible to remove all testing from your child’s academic career, it is possible to help them develop strategies to mitigate test anxiety. Many things can contribute to test anxiety: Lack of preparation Poor performance on previous exams Being overly concerned with grades Fear of parental disapproval Perfectionism Luckily, with the right preparation […]
Learning In the Home Kitchen Classroom
As the world is changing, the way we teach our children is evolving too. Learning does not only happen in a classroom but also in the home – and not just at a desk, but anywhere in the house. In fact, The home kitchen can be an excellent place to instill learning opportunities for your […]
Explore Elementary Math with Real-World Connections
Incorporating real-world connections into elementary math education is a powerful way to make learning more engaging and meaningful. By using everyday examples, such as cooking or money, students can see how math applies to their daily lives. Math games, technology, art and even books can also be valuable tools to foster a lifelong appreciation for […]
How Do Learning Pods Work? How Do I Set One Up?
The concept of a learning pod–a group of families who band together for regular learning and interaction–evolved more recently as a method of pooling resources and embedding limited socialization during pandemic shutdowns. Learning pods, also known as microschools, bring together several families of same- or mixed-aged students to share in an educational experience. Since their […]
Want a Different School Solution? Explore These Education Options
Public education in the United States has a long history with many success stories. However, your local brick and mortar public school–or even private school–may not be the best choice for every student. More and more, families are responding to inequities in education, concerns over bullying, school violence, dissatisfaction related to quality, or other personal […]
