K-12 Articles

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Michael Fleischner @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 4:42 AM

Entrance requirements at colleges vary widely. While some schools are stricter than others, even colleges with open admissions policies will check out a student's record. Here are some tips to consider when your child is applying for college. Of course, the first place any college will start is a student's high school record. Most important is the overall classroom performance. Honors classes and college-prep courses will be looked upon more favorably than electives. Colleges re... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Michael Fleischner @ Wednesday, 5th March 2008 @ 4:00 AM

The personal college essay is often difficult. What can you say about yourself that will take up 500 or 1,000 words? Does the idea of such writing make you anxious? Fear not, the personal essay process may not be as arduous as you think! An admissions advisor or committee will pay careful attention to your personal essay. This will give them a good idea of you as a person. It will indicate what your personality is like, what your goals are, and any interests you currently have. You... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Michael Fleischner @ Wednesday, 5th March 2008 @ 3:52 AM

Today's job market requires higher education, plain and simple. Students have to be ready for college, and colleges are watching their educational progress. In this age of instant information, colleges can accept or decline prospective students on a whim. So keep your high school student on the road to academic success by encouraging them to keep up their studies all the way to the end. A pitfall to avoid is the "senior slump." Seniors tend to take it easy their senior year, ... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Kenneth Scott @ Monday, 3rd March 2008 @ 7:58 PM

The importance of basic math skills cannot be stressed enough. The ability of your child to be quick and smart with math can actually dictate the level to which he can pursue education and also the extent to which he will excel in the real world. Many children seem to dread math and science and it is being mentioned these days that American kids are falling behind in these faculties as compared to the rest of the world. This may create issue with economy and may turn the tables. Since we ... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Tim Dillard @ Saturday, 1st March 2008 @ 10:26 AM

Most families consider the quality of the schools in the area before making the final commitment to relocate. In order to get access to the best schools in Galveston County, one need look no further than Crenshaw Elementary and Middle School and Ball High School. Living here is becoming notable as one of the great new places to live in Texas, both for the smaller, older "fixer-upper" houses as well as for newer homes that are being constructed in the area. Living on the Island gi... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Glen Smith @ Monday, 25th February 2008 @ 9:56 PM

I have been trying to get my 12 year old daughter at least a little bit interested in the idea of trading and doing some of the things that my wife and I do, such as share trading, options and real-estate. It wasn't working but recently I got her attention. Now she is pulling out spreadsheets and working out how to make a profit. But how? Now our lounge room is no ordinary lounge room. It has five computers in it right now. I play online games with the children. One of my favo... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Art Gib @ Monday, 31st December 2007 @ 3:48 PM

The image that the word "technology" conjures up changes with every new generation. A century ago, it might have brought forth images of spinning gears, factory smoke stacks, or electricity flowing through wires. A few decades ago, it probably produced images of televisions, tape players, and transition radios. Today however, thoughts about computers, computer software, and the World Wide Web undoubtedly spring forth whenever technology is mentioned. Educational technology,... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Jimmy Cox @ Monday, 3rd December 2007 @ 5:19 PM

There is no better way to raise the morale of a school or college than by organizing a Pep Rally. There are several important factors that should be considered in planning such a rally, outlined below. Factors to consider in organizing a Homecoming Pep Rally are also listed. First: The rally should be well organized and the program thoroughly planned beforehand. Since the time allotted is usually limited, careful timing is very important, so that each activity is given its share of time... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Jane Saeman @ Friday, 30th November 2007 @ 12:48 PM

There are kids who can't wait to understand what the squiggles in a book say, they realize that they are like a code that has to be broken, and once they understand the code an entire world will open up to them. Then there are kids for whom reading is nothing more than a lot of hard work and they don't have any inclination to put in extra study in order to acquire a skill in reading faster. Of course there are some of these children who do have a problem with words -- such as... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Jane Saeman @ Friday, 30th November 2007 @ 12:47 PM

Reading to kids is a time honored tradition for most parents. It's a practice that's been handed down from generation to generation and is one that is valued by both children and parents alike not only for the entertainment value, or a component of a bedtime routine, but also as a chance to spend quality time undisturbed by the normal stresses and strains of the day. There are other benefits to reading to your child that aren't so obvious however. Books are powerful and... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Don Alexander @ Wednesday, 21st November 2007 @ 10:56 PM

First, Pretend your deaf. I know this sounds funny, but oh it works like a charm most of the time. You start to use your hands and point, and you barely whisper, and so on! Teachers, you'll be amazed how much you can communicate and it's 100% engaging, versus verbal directions. I use this at assemblies, I use it in the classroom, and I use it on field trips big time! When a student is on task I give them a non verbal thumbs up, smile at them, or simply "lip" the words to... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Javier Colayco @ Sunday, 18th November 2007 @ 11:30 AM

The question of how to educate a child is one of the most important a parent can ask. A basic choice that many parents struggle with is that of public vs. private school. Parents do not want to take on unnecessary expenses if they will not ultimately benefit their child. After all, many public schools do an excellent job of educating students. But while it is true that public schools do not have tuition costs (and a private school can run, on average from 12,000 to 30,000 dollars a year), the be... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Tibor A. Palatinus @ Friday, 16th November 2007 @ 11:46 AM

I recently attended a panel discussion regarding the devastating problem of Drug Use and Crime in Metro-Vancouver, BC. The mediator at this panel's discussion suggested erroneously that drug prevention has failed. Drug and Alcohol education isn't done in Canada or the USA in significant quantity and quality to make significant differences. Most public schools allocate 2 to 4 hours per year in this Province, far less in other Provinces. Drug Prevention myth #1: Drug prevention d... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Javier Colayco @ Tuesday, 13th November 2007 @ 11:31 PM

Going to boarding school isn't an easy decision. You'll need to adjust to a new environment. The physical separation from your family and old friends can make the decision emotionally difficult. Financial costs are also a consideration. Is it worth it? Couldn't the same education and experience be offered by a private day school? Or a magnet school? Or a good public high school? Boarding School Vs. Other Options Things you should consider and compare: Depending on wh... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Jack Deal @ Tuesday, 13th November 2007 @ 9:13 PM

Let's imagine your parents are farmworkers and speak only Spanish. All you hear at home is Spanish. Your friend's parents are farmworkers too so they all speak Spanish. And with your friends you speak Spanish. At church the padre or minister conducts the service in Spanish. You go to any store in 'Mexicano' downtown Watsonville or East Salinas and they all speak Spanish too. But as a parent you don't worry about your kid speaking English. As a parent you 'k... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Javier Colayco @ Monday, 12th November 2007 @ 2:45 PM

An international student is a student that holds a foreign (non-U.S.) passport. There are many reasons why boarding school is a popular option for international students around the world. Many international students would like to attend college or university in the United States, but find it difficult to do so. They may lack the proper guidance when choosing between the thousands of colleges in the United States. Their English skills may also be a problem when applying to an American univ... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Javier Colayco @ Monday, 12th November 2007 @ 1:41 PM

Even if you're just starting your boarding school research, there's a good chance you already have an impression of what boarding school is like. This impression might come from books you've read, such as "Catcher in the Rye" or "A Separate Peace." It also might come from movies you've watched like "Dead Poet's Society," or "School Ties." These stories, while entertaining, take place in boarding school settings that are different f... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Alisa Clark @ Tuesday, 6th November 2007 @ 8:22 PM

In our basement is a place for our kids to learn and create. It's not a fancy space, but it's practical, spacious and kid friendly. A kids' art and craft desk, a computer just for children, a piano keyboard, a bucket of instruments, an easel, and two kids' tables with kid sized chairs fill the space. The floor underneath our "Learn and Create Space" is linoleum that holds up well against spills and abuse. Messes can be made here and explorations are welcome. It a... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Alisa Clark @ Tuesday, 6th November 2007 @ 8:21 PM

My kids are artists and they know it. I'm not saying that they make "mature" art, or that they are much more talented than other children. What I am saying is that I've fostered a belief and a desire within them. What I've fostered in my children is a belief that they are artists, and I've helped them find a desire within themselves to create. I'm also saying that my kids love to create and they love their creations. In my line of work they are considered &q... more...

Culture and Society » Education » K-12 | By Brian Stocker @ Wednesday, 31st October 2007 @ 6:44 AM

Communication between parents and teachers is essential to the success of the students. Often, the only time communication takes place is at parent-teacher conferences. For that reason, it is essential that teachers learn to effectively manage parent-teacher conferences in order to obtain the most benefit from the communication that occurs. The following tips allow teachers to take a proactive approach to parent-teacher conferences, helping to create effective communication during the c... more...