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4 Tips to Encourage Math and Science Learning

Carolina Parent,

Play these games and activities to get kids counting and using math and science skills.

Middle-School Multitasking Does Not Mix with School Work

Peggy Gisler, Marge Eberts,

Parents need to set rules regarding social media and digital distractions during homework time to help children manage study time with limited distractions.

Safer Schools in North Carolina: What Parents Need to Know

Carol McGarrahan, Hannah Rockecharlie,

North Carolina identifies key areas of concerns to N.C. citizens with the newly formed North Carolina Center for Safer Schools.

Best Apps for Kids (Ages 5-11)

Carolina Parent,

These fun and educational apps will discretely require your child to put on their thinking cap.

10 Must-Have Products for Back-to-School

Hannah Rockecharlie,

Smart school supplies for the start of the new school year.

Stay Informed With PowerSchool

Michele Huggins,

Find out more about the state's new student-information system.

How to Prevent Your Child from Becoming a Procrastinator

Malia Jacobson,

Expert advice on replacing procrastination with promptness.

Exploring the Arts in Charlotte... With Kids!

Michele Huggins,

From onstage performing arts to hands-on painting, sculpting and creating, the art scene is alive in Charlotte with children in mind.

The Rich Value of Summer Fun for Kids

Madeline Levine, PhD,

Summer is a great time to let children explore unstructured, self-directed play.

4 Ways to Encourage Summer Reading

Carolina Parent,

Combat summer brain drain with these quick tips.

ADHD or Average, Rambunctious Child?

Dr. Barbara Kissam,

What to do if you suspect your child has ADHD.

Summer Fun to Build Brain Power

Peggy Gisler, Marge Eberts,

Consider these tips to keep your kids learning and their minds — and bodies — active.

Pitch Perfect: New App for Music Students

Michele Huggins,

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools integrates a new music app to support inspired learning and technology.

Grow a Good Reader

Katy LeGrand,

Plant the seed to read with five great spring books for kids.

Year-by-Year College-Planning Calendar

Carol McGarrahan,

Use this grade-by-grade outline to get on track for college during middle school and high school.

Financial Aid: Apply Early

Carolina Parent,

Plan ahead to get the jump on applying for financial aid for college.

How Much Does it Cost to Go to College?

Carolina Parent,

Tips to use online price calculators to predict the cost to attend a specific university or college.

Set the Course for College Success

Carol McGarrahan,

Examine college options and start planning early for student's best success.

Grow a Good Reader: 5 Books for Spring

Katy LeGrand,

Plant the seed to read with five great spring books for kids.

Homeschooling Can Be Right for Some Children

Peggy Gisler, Marge Eberts,

Some children don't thrive in a traditional classroom setting, but instead learn better with more hands-on opportunities. Homeschooling can be a good option for these students if it's a fit for the family.