While preparation time at school is incredibly useful, parents can also help kids get ready for college by taking some steps at home.
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An introduction to high school internships
Did you know that high school students can partake in internships to gain an understanding of what major they may want to study in college?
Observational skills can improve your teaching
Many young educators don’t fully understand how observation can improve their teaching methods.
Helping your child de-stress after finals
Once your kids make it though the craziness of final papers, tests and projects, help them relax and de-stress with these tips.
2016 budget allocates $1.2B education increase
The U.S.House proposed the 2016 budget with $68 billion allocated for educational spending. The plan is expected to pass through Congress and the White House in the coming days.
What afterschool activities are right for your children?
Sports and clubs offer plenty of benefits, from teaching your kids how to be rockstar athletes to chess champions. Not sure what your children should try? Here are a few options.
An intro to the ACT
Most colleges and universities require an entrance exam like the ACT to assess if students are ready to achieve at a higher level of thinking.
An intro to the SAT
As of March 2016, students across the U.S. will take a new SAT test. This version differs from the current one and may require different preparation.
New Year’s resolutions for teachers
People across the globe are making lists of goals they’d like to accomplish in the year to come. Teachers can benefit from setting similar tasks to achieve throughout the school year.
Interview tips for soon-to-be teachers
Those interviewing for teaching positions have a little different experience than others in varying careers, so here are a few tips for having a successful interview.