Bullying is an increasing epidemic in schools. According to the National Education Association, bullying accounts for 160,000 school absences daily because children are scared of bullies. Bullying, as defined by the Stop Bullying website, is “unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, […]
4 Ways to Vet Your Young Children’s Education Options
According to a 2013 piece by the Huffington Post, US literacy rates have stagnated in the last ten years. 14 percent of the adult population cannot read, and a further 21 percent of adults reads at or below a fifth-grade level. With such alarming statistics in place, it’s easy to become overwhelmed […]
Six Safety Points You Should Discuss With Your Child If They Walk Or Take The Bus To School
Many children live close enough to their school that they can walk or ride a bike. Others may use a bus for transportation, but they may spend time standing at a bus stop or crossing the street. While this may be an everyday part of their lives, there are some important safety tips that […]
Tips for Parents: The 5 Steps You Can Take To Improve Your Child’s Grades
There are many reasons that your child may not be getting the grades you feel they are capable of earning. There are many steps parents can take to improve his or her grades. Before you take any steps to help them improve their grades, it is important to have an open-minded conversation with your child. […]
School Supplies You Never Knew You Needed
There are many supplies that can be used during the school year to promote a better learning environment, and give students the tools they need to further their learning abilities. Many of these supplies are rarely thought of, and the impact they can have on a students education, focus, and organization is often bigger than […]
Healthy Choices For After School Snacks
What do kids do when they get home from school? They go for the kitchen for a quick snack. They grab whatever looks good to them. And they usually don’t think “healthy.” It’s in a child’s nature to pick out junk foods. Junk foods that are high in sugar as well as fat. Unless of […]