Dandelions and the Power of Relationships in Teaching By Megan Allen, Owner of The Community Classroom Yesterday, when I picked up my daughter from school, she handed me a bouquet. Not the kind you get from a florist or that comes pre-wrapped in cellophane—but the...
Why Middle School Feels So Hard (And How Parents Can Help)
Why is middle school so hard for kids? Learn 5 ways parents can support their middle schooler, and when it’s okay to get others involved.
Education Trends for 2025
Explore the top 5 education challenges of 2025, including AI in classrooms, teacher retention, and literacy trends
Making Memories: Meaningful Ways to Connect with Family This Winter Break
From reflection to educational fun and giving back, make the most of your holiday downtime with these easy ideas.”
How Fathers Can Support Their Children’s Reading Success
Discover the Power of Fathers in Children’s Reading Success: Boosting literacy, academic performance, and nurturing a love for reading.
Spooky Science: Apple Skull Volcanos
Apples are all around this time of year—grab a few and explore decay, plus create a spooky looking apple volcano with a chemical reaction!
Tips to Combat Back-to-School Anxiety
Do back-to-school conversations cause anxiety for your child? We’ve got some tips to help prepare and decrease any stress.
What to do if your child resists tutoring
Are you ready to sign up Junior for tutoring but they are resistant to the idea? We have a few paths forward including setting goals, identifying the barriers, and developing a reward system.
5 Tips for Parent-Teacher Conferences
Don’t get nervous with parent-teacher conferences! These 5 tips will have you prepared, confident to ask the right questions, and ready to get the most out of the conversation with your child’s teacher.
6 Things That Are Keeping Parents Up This Year
We’ve noticed a handful of themes with parents throughout the past months shadowed by the clouds of the pandemic. It’s great insight into our public schools—and we hope they can make some shifts.