African-Americans Who Took A Stand
For nearly 250 years, black men, women and children were held as slaves in America. This year, celebrate Black History Month by remembering those who fought for freedom and civil rights.
School
Ages & Stages: 6-20: School's Biggest (and Toughest) Classroom
There’s a room in school that teaches many lessons. Not language arts or social studies, but other lessons, some almost as important. Students learn about relationships, friends, manners, social behavior and status.
Tips Against Bullying
Help kids avoid becoming the victim of bullying with these smart safety tips.
Create a Literacy-Rich Environment This Summer
Learn ways to help your child grow as a reader during the summer holidays from CMS Superintendent and father, Dr. Peter Gorman.
Teacher Talk: Address Academic Weaknesses During Summer
Our experts share how to help kids prepare for going back to school, what to do with school records and how to help a pre-schooler with basic writing skills.
Teacher Talk: The Language Arts
Five summer language arts activities to keep your kids engaged, and thinking logically and creatively.
Making the Transition to Full Day School
A look at the challenges young children face when transitioning to school full time
10 Tips on Cutting Back-To-School Costs
Helpful suggestions on things to do and buy that will help save money.
Unlock My Child’s Potential
Pertinent information for parents to help them help their underachiever soar.
Welcome to a New School Year
A warm welcome to students and parents from the Charlotte-Meckenburg Schools Superintendent.
Homework – 5 Steps to Getting it Done
Helpful hints on how to help kids do their homework.
Involvement: The Key to School Success
Connecting with teachers and being involved will help pave the way for your child's success at school.
Leaving the Elementary School Years
Transitioning to middle school is tough on kids. Learn how to help your child do it with ease.
Teacher Talk: Getting Kids Ready for School
A look at things parents can do to make sure their kids are ready to go back to school.
School Calendars
Year end calendars for schools in Charlotte and surrounding areas.
Ready, Set, Play ... and Learn!
18 fun activities to create a learning environment.
Is Montessori Right for Your Child?
Learn more about this unique style of learning.
Transition to High School
A look at the trials and tribulations of transitioning into high school.
Cool School Tools for 2008
Here's a list of must-have items your kids will be clamoring for this fall.
Back-to-School Resources
Cool books for school, healthy lunch box choices and homework Web sites to make going back to school much easier.
Teacher Talk: How to Find a Tutor
Our experts help you decide when and how to find a tutor for your child.
Would Your Child Recognize An Ad?
Marketing today can be tricky to navigate for parents and even for web-savvy kids.
Ages & Stages: 11-18: Teach Your Teens About Investing
A look at how to get your teens talking about investments for their own future.
Teacher Talk: Invented Spelling Benefits Writing, Reading
Expert teachers weigh in on creative spelling, joining the PTA and nonsense words.
