Parents

Education articles and topics specifically for parents. Information on topics such as peer pressure and school safety as well as homeschooling, public schools vs. private schools, and pros and cons of uniforms. Learn about what to expect when you child starts school and other related school issues up to and including what financial aid options are available for college students.

Parents Articles

The History of The PTA
The Parent Teacher Association or PTA has been an important part of education since 1897. Many schools encourage PTA membership and participation. Knowing the history of the PTA will help you understand the importance of getting involved.

What is Peer Pressure
By definition peer pressure is influencing another person's decisions. Peer pressure is not always negative. Keep reading to learn more about negative peer pressure, positive peer pressure, and controlling peer pressure for better choices.

Public School vs Home School
Public School or Home School, Which is Right for You? Our comparison of public school versus home school may help you decide the best option for your child. Keep reading to discover the pros and cons of public vs. home school.

Moving Your Child to a New School
Moving your child to a new school can be a big decision. Moving? Switching from home school to public school? Child accepted at a new private or charter school? Here are tips to make moving your child to a new school go smoothly.

Creating a Homeschool Area
Creating a homeschool area can help provide a better homeschooling experience. Home school cirriculum and activities are important but so is creating an educational environment. Keep reading for tips on homeschooling space.

Changes to Expect When Your Child Starts School
Starting school means several changes in a child's life. Even homeschooling brings change to the student's life. This article gives information on what changes to expect when your child starts school, and how to handle the changes.

Choosing a Private School
Choosing a private school can be a difficult decision. Parents need to know what questions to ask when choosing a private school. Is the private school accredited? Does the private school meet your child's educational needs?

Questions to Ask About Private Schools
Do you know what questions to ask about private schools? Here are some questions to help you make a reasoned decision about a private school that meets you and your child’s educational, developmental, and financial needs.

Types of Schools
There are many types of schools when it comes to private schools. This article has information on what to consider when choosing a private school including special ed, co-ed, special cirriculum, special purpose schools, and more.

The History of the School Lunch Program
Have you ever wondered why schools offer a school lunch program? Or when and why the school lunch program was created? Read this article for more information on the history of the school lunch program. You may be surprised.

Financial Aid Options for College
Filled out your application for college? Now need to find financing? What scholarships, loans, or grants are available to students? Find out what financial aid options are available for students headed to college in this article.

Private School Applications
Many private schools require students to submit applications. Applications are a key way private schools get to know prospective students and their families. Find out more about the process of private school applications in this article.

Financial Aid Options for Graduate School
Already have a college degree? Deciding to go to graduate school? Not sure what financial aid options are for graduate school? Find out what financial aid options are available specifically for students wanting to get a graduate degree.

Private School Interviews
Private school interviews are typically part of the application process. To enroll in a private school a student submits an application, the school interviews, then decides. Follow our helpful hints for a successful private school interview.

CoEd or Single Sex Education
CoEd or single sex education? Both co-ed and single sex schools have pros and cons. How do the two schools compare? In this article find different factors to consider when choosing between single-sex and coed private schools.  

What Is an Education Consultant
An education consultant, or certified education planner, assists a family in making educational decisions. Find out what benefits an education consultant can provide and information on choosing an education consultant in this article.

What is an IEP
The Individualized Education Program, familiarly called the IEP, provides individual guidance to students to obtain their education goals. This includes special education and students with disabilities, ADD, autism, and ADHD.

What is a Boarding School
A boarding school is an academic setting that includes room and board for at least some students. There may be other, day students, who travel to and from the campus on a daily basis, as well as the students who live at the school.

Choosing a School Fundraiser
Choosing appropriate school fundraisers for your school community is an important decision. What are your fundraising options? This article has information and resources for organizing a school fundraiser for your public or private school.

What are Learning Disabilities
Learning disabilities (LD) are a set of neurological disorders that affect the brain in one (or more) of several areas of dealing with information. Keep reading to learn about specific learning disabilities and difference from other disorders.

Public School Uniform Debate
The public school uniform debate has been an issue for educators, parents, and students for years. This article has information on the pros and cons of public school uniform debates from the educators, parents, and students view.

Public School Uniform Statistics
Private schools often require students to wear school uniforms. Some public schools are now adopting uniform policies. Keep reading for information on public school uniform statistics, and the ongoing school uniform debate.

Summer Reading Program
Summer reading programs offer children the opportunity to maintain their reading skills and further their reading education. Summer reading programs are often sponsored by libraries, bookstores, and government agencies.

Adult Literacy
Adult literacy is important to our society. It is never too late to learn to read. This article reviews the factors that cause illiteracy and what educational resources are available for adults needing assistance with adult literacy.

Affirmative Action
What is affirmative action, and how does it affect our education system? In this article we will present the pros and cons of laws concerning affirmative action. We will also review the history and the current situation of affirmative action.

Online Safety
The internet can be a great education tool for students. It is important to provide online safety for students. This article offers tips to parents and teachers about online safety and how to keep their child safe while getting an online education.

College Savings Plans
College savings plans are a great way to invest in your childs future. This article has information on several college saving plan ideas such as; prepaid tuition plans, Roth IRAs, Mutual Bonds, US Saving Bonds, 529 plans, and more...

Common Proverbs
Common Proverbs are common sayings that capture basic truths. In this article we learn about some characteristics of common proverbs as well as see a lot of fun examples of some well known sayings that you may not have even known were proverbs.

School Lunch Programs
School Lunch Programs are an important part of our public school system. Children and teenagers often rely on school lunch as part of a nutritional, healthy diet. Read this article to learn more about the school lunch program and why it is so important.

Become a Teacher
This article talks about what one has to do to become a teacher. There are four main ways to become a teacher. Read this article to learn about these four ways as well as types of certification, certification in different states, and what reciprocity is.

Stranger Danger
Child Safety is something most people worry about. Read this article to learn more about Stranger Danger and why the often repeated message (Don't Talk to Strangers) may not be keeping your child safe. What are the cons of stranger danger?

Lunchbox and Sack Lunch Ideas
Get some great lunchbox and sack lunch ideas for your kids. Great tips on how to make more healthy lunches for your child's lunchbox. Teach children about what is healthy and let them choose which healthy foods they would like in their lunchbox.

Elementary School Safety
In this Elementary School Safety article we discuss many common safety rules that parents, students, faculty, and staff should all be aware of. Learn about safety in an emergency, when there are family issues, with violence, bullying, hate crimes and more.

Middle School Safety
Middle School Safety is an important topic. This middle school safety article focuses on safety in transportation, privacy issues, family issues, violence and theft, and safety in regards to bullying and sexual harassment within middle school age groups.

High School Safety
High School Safety is often left up to the high school student. This high school safety article gives teenagers ideas for staying safe in a number of situations. Parents and teachers can help teens understand high school safety and be available to help.

Teacher Day
Teacher Day is a day to celebrate Teachers, much like we celebrate our mothers and fathers with Mother's Day and Father's Day. Learn more about this tradition, when Teacher Day was started, and how and when people celebrate Teacher's Day. Thank a teacher!

School Bus Safety
School Bus Safety is very important. Read this article for more information on teaching kids bus safety. Also learn what you can do as a driver to help insure safety around school buses. Read these safety tips for drivers, passengers, and others.