The year is starting again, a new school year around the country. School supply lists and back to school bargains are in every corner of our lives, even if you homeschool! Back to school means back to stress! Many children who deal with developmental issues are stressed out. They will be even more stressed once [...]
A new study by researchers at the University of Leicester and University of Leeds has concluded that parents’ efforts towards their child’s educational achievement is crucial — playing a more significant role than that of the school or child. Educators have known for years that the involvement of parents in children’s education is directly related [...]
The Associated Press Published: Thursday, June 16, 2011 at 6:30 p.m Parents of disabled children could get a break on their state taxes for private school tuition, therapy and tutoring with a bill that received final legislative approval Thursday. The state House voted 94-20 to create a new tax credit of up to $6,000 [...]
Originally posted June 16, 2011 on Education Week by Joan F. Goodman Whether or not adults in charge believe that the overwhelming control systems are effective, it is wrong to suffocate the bodies, minds, and interests of students. Students have a right to express themselves (and adults have an obligation to listen); they have the [...]
