Category: Parent Resources
-
From Good Student to Great Citizen: How Volunteering Shapes Young Minds
As parents, we share a common desire to raise compassionate and responsible kids who are actively involved in their communities. By encouraging our children to participate in community service and volunteering, we can help them gain valuable life skills and immensely rewarding experiences that will help shape their future. In this post, we will highlight…
-
Cómo un Recorrido Escolar Puede Hacer Sentir Seguro a tu Hijo(a)
Realizar un recorrido escolar o visita guiada es una excelente manera para que los padres vean de primera mano todo lo que ésta ofrece. Desde su comunidad, personal y entorno de aprendizaje, hasta cómo es un día en la vida de sus estudiantes, un recorrido puede ayudar a los padres a decidir si la escuela…
-
Por Qué Elegir Una Escuela Chárter (Autónoma)
Algo que descubrimos casi inmediatamente al momento de convertirnos en padres es que cada niño aprende de manera distinta. Algunos estudiantes aprenden mejor de forma experiencial, colaborativa, visual, o asociativa, y saber identificar el entorno de aprendizaje que mejor satisfaga sus necesidades e intereses es esencial para su éxito académico, social y emocional. En Estados…
-
Cómo Escoger Una Comunidad Escolar Positiva
Al evaluar nuevas opciones escolares, es esencial mirar más allá de lo académico para asegurarnos que nuestros hijos estén en un entorno de aprendizaje edificante, no solo para ellos sino para toda la familia. Como padres, sabemos que nadie mejor que nosotros conoce los intereses y necesidades de nuestros hijos, es por esto que saber…
-
3 Indicadores De Que Tu Hijo(a) Está En La Escuela Equivocada
La escuela debe ser un lugar de entusiasmo, curiosidad y desarrollo continuo, sin embargo, muchos estudiantes Pk-12 no tienen esta experiencia. Estar en la escuela equivocada puede ser perjudicial para el éxito académico y socioemocional de cualquier estudiante. Pero, ¿cómo sabes si necesitas comenzar a buscar un nuevo entorno de aprendizaje para tu hijo(a)? Aquí…
-
30 Preguntas Que Debes Hacer Al Visitar Una Nueva Escuela
Te recomendaron o viste online una escuela que te interesa para tu hijo(a), ¿y ahora qué? Tu siguiente paso debe ser programar una visita a la escuela. Las visitas guiadas o recorridos escolares son una de las formas más efectivas para decidir si el entorno de aprendizaje es o no ideal para tu estudiante. Pero…
-
7 Tipos De Escuelas En Estados Unidos: Escoge La Mejor Para Tu Hijo(a)
La cantidad de modelos de aprendizaje y tipos de escuelas disponibles para los estudiantes en Estados Unidos es extensa y variada, sin embargo muchas familias desconocen las opciones escolares disponibles para sus hijos. Estar familiarizado con los tipos de escuelas PK-12 es esencial para comenzar a explorar y elegir la escuela que mejor satisfaga las…
-
Choices, Choices, Choices…Which School Choice is Best For You?
If you wore scrunchies, chain wallets, or were the proud owner of Lisa Frank notebooks, chances are you went to school in the 80s or 90s. For most of us, school went beyond academics; it was the place where we met some of our best friends, tried to skip a class or two, made memories…
-
How Was Your Child’s Year? 3 Ways to Help Them Reflect
As the year ends, it is important that we all take a moment to reflect on what we’ve accomplished so far and set goals for the new year – and children are no exception. Promoting reflection from a young age can help improve self-awareness, relationships with peers, character development, and recognition of newly gained knowledge.…
-
Got An Artistic Child? 5 Ways To Encourage Their Creative Development
Lights, camera, and action! Got a child who shows interest and talent in the arts? Helping them foster their creative side will be essential to develop the ability to express themselves and communicate their emotions, thoughts, and experiences. It can also help them discover a newfound passion (that could even lead to a potential professional…
-
Are AP Courses The Best Choice For Your Child?
If you are the parent of a student who is in or heading towards high school, or you’ve been a student yourself, chances are you’ve heard of Advanced Placement (AP) courses. But besides being familiar with the term, do you really know the benefits and requirements of being an AP student? At Schola, we want…
-
Don’t Over-Stress: 4-Step Mental Health Check-In For Parents and Students
As a parent, there is a lot to juggle. Your child’s learning, grades, doctor appointments, after-school commitments, and everything in between. It can be easy for things to fall through the cracks, especially mental health. Good mental health is essential to all of us, including children, especially for dealing with stressful situations, academics, and social…
-
How Can a School Tour Help Boost Your Child’s Confidence
Touring a school is an excellent way for parents to get a firsthand look at all the school offers. From its community, staff, and learning environment, all the way to what a day in the life of its students is like, a tour can help parents ultimately decide if the school is the best fit…
-
Exploring STEM! Could Your Daughter Be A Future Engineer?
Is your child a mathematician? Or perhaps they love exploring new technologies, like computers, cars, and other electronics? You may just have a future engineer, scientist, or computer scientist on your hands! If that’s the case, STEM education might be their best fit! STEM is an acronym that has become popular in recent years and…
-
Finding The Perfect Tutor For Your Child
As the semester progresses, so does your child’s workload. Whether they are in kindergarten grade learning basic math for the first time, or a junior preparing for their college exams, providing the proper support in and out of school is essential for their academic success. Tutoring is one of the most helpful resources regardless of…