As a parent, you know your child is smart. They were an early reader, scored highly on aptitude tests, and grasped concepts quickly. So why don’t their grades reflect this level of intelligence? There are a variety of reasons that smart kids can sometimes earn poor...
Meet Phyllis Purtle, mother of 6-year old daughter Hannah, who attends Chicago Public Schools. As a former auditor for the Department of Education, Phyllis firmly believes that education is an important building block for Hannah’s future. So when Hannah started to...
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...
5 cool ways to increase self-esteem Most parents have one vision in common: they want their children to be happy and confident. Confidence can help your child perform better in school, navigate social situations, and grow into successful, happy adults. The good news...
Setting your child up for success doesn’t have to be difficult. A few simple action items can go a long way. Being present is key, whether it’s reviewing your child’s homework and schedule, or making sure you’re up-to-date on emails from the...
It’s a familiar scenario for parents: your child is struggling with a school subject, or you decide they need additional enrichment. Given your own busy schedule, you find that an outside tutor is your best option. Once the decision to hire a tutor is made, you have...
