When it comes to education, private schools are well-known for their rigorous academic standards and top-notch curriculum. However, while any private school’s theoretical aspects are essential, much more goes into creating a thriving educational environment. This blog post will cover some of the fundamental essentials needed to have a successful private school.
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A child with learning difficulties is no different in their deserving of education than a child without it. Of course, the challenges are more apparent ad there may be obstacles that are put in the way of helping a child learn when they have a learning difficulty but there are no obstacles, you and your child can’t overcome.
With that being said, here are a few tips to help your child with learning disablities navigate the education system.
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Raising teenagers can be one of the most exciting and terrifying experiences for any parent. Your teens will go through many transitional periods, affecting them into full adulthood.
As a parent, one of the best ways to help your teen during transitional periods is by ensuring that it goes through as smoothly as possible and letting them know you are with them throughout that period. One such time is entering high school. Sadly, it doesn’t help that nearly 75% of high school students don’t think highly of their school.
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Are you in the process of preparing your student for year one of college? This is an exacting time but it’s also important to ensure that you do take the right steps here. That way, you can guarantee that your student thrives and is able to maximize their potential during this critical first year.
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Picking a new school or college can be a long and arduous experience. Not only does it seem like there are so many schools to choose from, but it can also be tricky to determine what’s best for your child. Although many schools offer something unique, it can be hard to find one that ticks all the boxes. So, how can you know if a school is right for your child no matter how old they are? Here are four vital factors to consider.
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For many parents, understanding the FAFSA can be complicated. It’s not meant to be, but as with all government forms, it can be daunting.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is the student’s responsibility, but when a student is considered a dependent student for FAFSA purposes, parents have a large role in the application process. Educate yourself about the process and opportunities so you can provide the guidance your child needs to do their part.
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It’s fair to say that lots of children lack confidence, becoming shy and reserved from a young age, but this can actually have a huge effect on their life as a whole. It’s vital that you can take the opportunity to help your shy child to gain confidence, as lacking self esteem may cause them to back away from social situations or even deny themselves of fun opportunities due to simply feeling as though they don’t deserve it or won’t fit in.
Fortunately it doesn’t have to be as difficult as you might initially imagine to help your student build their confidence levels, as this guide contains some of the most effective lessons that you can teach today! So, simply read on to discover more.
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You probably don’t need a survey to tell you what you already know: parents are more involved in the college process than ever before. They want to participate in the decision and communicate with the colleges. They want to help and guide their students in the decision-making process.
Here’s what the survey found:
Parents want to be more involved. Parents are increasingly anxious and hands-on. Parents want communication from the college and want to participate in the college decision. They want to be involved at the same time as their students in the college search.
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It’s a new era for college kids. They are no longer just the traditional 18-22-year-olds who are fresh out of high school and venturing off to live on their own for the first time. Instead, college students today come from all walks of life and have diverse experiences that range well beyond the classroom.
This is why parents need to be even more intentional about what they teach their kids while they’re away at school. Here are four important life skills that every parent should make sure their college kid knows how to do!
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My favorite lines from “You’ve Got Mail” are:
“Don’t you love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address.”
Newly sharpened pencils always remind me of back to school days. And when fall comes around, I think about that movie (mostly wishing I were in New York in the fall!); but it also reminds of the promise and expectation of a new school year.
Armed with the right online tools, parents and students can face the new year with anticipation and promise. Having the right tools can mean the difference between organization and frustration. These tools would help students succeed as they enter college. Here are some excellent links that I shared with my newsletter subscribers today that I thought you might find helpful:
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