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Making the Leap: How to Prepare for Your Child’s First Year at an Independent School
Tips to help your student—and you—feel confident and prepared for this exciting next step. More…
Independence in Education: Marking 100 Years
The ability for families to choose the best school for their children wasn’t always a given. In fact, it was a right affirmed in a landmark Supreme Court decision made 100 years ago. More…
To Be Ready for Kindergarten, Teachers and Researchers Say Social-Emotional Skills Are Key
EdSurge asked education leaders and child development experts about the skills that are most important for a child to have when they start school. More…
Gen Zers to Their Parents: When We Are Upset, Just Listen
Pressure to be perfect also increases negative emotions like anxiety and is especially high among girls and teens. More…
Surgeon General Addresses Growing Stress and Mental Health Struggles Facing Parents
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory, saying it’s even more difficult now and it's time to recognize the stress and mental health toll associated with parenting is a serious public health concern for the country. More…
Parents and Private Schools: How to Build a Strong Partnership
When your child joins a new school, you’re joining a new community — and it’s not always easy. If you want to build a strong partnership with the school, form connections within the community, and foster family friendships, here are some ways you can get started: More…
Future-Proof Your Teen: 5 Game-Changing School Tips for Parents
5 things parents should look for in their kids’ high school classrooms to ensure they’re ready for the world. More…