Choosing To Learn

• What to Expect When You Send Your Child to a Montessori Preschool

  5 August 2020

  These days especially, preschool comes in a lot of types and forms. There are some preschools that are very structured, and others that are based almost entirely on play. The vast majority lie somewhere in between. In any case, it is important to know what to expect when you send your child to a particular preschool. If that preschool advertises itself as using the Montessori method, then here are some of the high points of what you and your child can expect.

• Is Your Child Wanting Driving Lessons?

  1 October 2018

  If you have a teenager who is about fifteen years old, he or she has probably already asked when he or she can start driving. Do you think he or she is ready? How about you? Are you ready to let your child take the big step into adulthood? On one hand, you are probably scared witless, right? However, on the other hand it's probably exciting even for you to realize that your child has reached this new point in his or her life.

• Tips For Scheduling Parent-Teacher Conferences

  12 July 2018

  Parent-teacher conferences are essential to a student's development, but they can also be a chore to schedule. Not only do you need to juggle each parent's work commitments, but you also need to make sure you can make all of the conferences within the allotted amount of time. As you begin the scheduling process, consider these tips to improve your efficiency and avoid any costly mistakes. Make Sure You Have the Right Contact Info

• Are You Nervous About Your Upcoming Classroom Evaluation?

  28 April 2018

  Even though it's not a fun experience, classroom observation is necessary for school administrators and education professionals to evaluate your teaching ability. The added stress of being observed and the presence of an observer in the classroom will change the classroom dynamic, which presents a challenge to educators. Thankfully, careful preparation and demonstrating professional expertise will help you receive a positive evaluation no matter what happens in the classroom during your observation period.

• Supplementing Your Child's Academic Learning Outside Of School

  24 January 2018

  Making sure that your child gets a good education starts with selecting a good school. Although you will want to send your child to a good school in the area, sometimes school isn't enough to get your child all of the skills that you desire. When this happens, you can supplement your child's educational attainment with outside learning. Here are three academic services that can aid your child in getting ahead with their education.