School & Learning

Dear Ed

Dear Ed

Dear Ed, We have to break up. And you know what? It’s not me. It’s you. We’ve known each other for a long time and our relationship truly started when I was a little girl. What we had was special and we grew up together and went in a new direction. First, it was friendship MORE »

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My Children are NOT Your Children

My Children are NOT Your Children

First, go watch this short clip. Right now, you will have one of two reactions. Either complete indifference because you agree that children are not part of their family, but are a shared resource which must be nurtured and properly guided for the good of our community, or irritation ranging from a mild unease at MORE »

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Our Schools Are Failing

Our Schools Are Failing

I started college in the fall of 1981, attending a small, private liberal arts university in Indiana. I had gone to a private high school, one that was designed to be a college prep school, so I was ready for the challenges I faced my freshman year. What took me by surprise was how unprepared MORE »

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Why Being Left Out Can Be a Good Thing

Why Being Left Out Can Be a Good Thing

I wrote a post about how my son took his little sister to the annual father/daughter dance at her school. It just happened to work out for him to take her, but I was prepared to occupy my daughter with alternative activities had she not been able to go. And last year I wrote a MORE »

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Mom’s Thank You Letter To Teachers Goes Viral

Mom’s Thank You Letter To Teachers Goes Viral

Jennifer Marcotte posted an open letter to teachers on Monday. It was just a kind gesture to express the thanks she feels they often go without. People liked it, and shared it. Read it here.

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Homework Helpers: 14 Steps to A+ Habits

Homework Helpers: 14 Steps to A+ Habits

One of the most effective ways to improve grades is to instill strong study habits. Click for 14 ways to establish an effective and encouraging routine your kids will actually enjoy.

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Ask an Educator: Advice Column

Ask an Educator: Advice Column

I have a lot to say about education. So much, in fact, that I’ve gotten to the point where I feel like some of what I’m responding to people is simply a repeat of previous advice I’ve given. Therefore, it occurs to me that there are a lot of families who have the same questions MORE »

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