As a parent, you play an invaluable role in the education of your child. You are your child’s first and most esteemed teacher. Even if you haven’t given it much thought, you bring your own unique teaching style to the table – whether you’ve received formal...
So far, in our series about how to motivate your child, we’ve talked about praise, projects, and prestige. Next up, we’re going to focus on prizes. As an adult, you’re likely familiar with using prizes to motivate yourself. For example, you might bike to work and then...
As many students continue to embrace remote learning, several changes have become necessary for the NWEA (Northwestern Evaluation Association) MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) tests. Every year, these tests are top of mind for parents of rising 5th and 9th grade...
Each parent-teacher conference is a new opportunity to develop an action plan for your child’s learning success. There are a few things you can do to ensure that you, your student and the teacher get the most out of the conference. Here’s some tips to help you...
It happens all the time, and with the best of intentions. A parent or teacher sits down with their preschooler, opens a book, and diligently begins to read aloud. Over time, through repetition and recognition, the preschooler begins to recite back the words. They’re...
What do you do when your child must switch schools? Maybe your family is moving. Maybe the current school is no longer a good fit, or perhaps your child has aged out of their current school. Whatever the reason, this is a situation many parents encounter, and it can...
