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
School Achievements, Homework and Challenges
Parents want to know how to challenge a child in class, what is the purpose of homework and how much should they get involved.
Finding the Funds
The College Foundation of North Carolina Offers Tips During Tough Financial Times
Parent Involvement = Student Success
The 2007-08 school year will be an exciting one for CMS. The district will shift to learning communities as part of our decentralization, and we will begin to put into place some new programs designed to boost student achievement. All of these programs are important ones, and we think they’ll help students learn. But our biggest asset in helping CMS raise student achievement is you — the parents of our students.
The Littlest Social Networkers
Everyone knows teens are preoccupied with Web sites like MySpace and Facebook, but now children as young as 5 have social networking Web sites just for them.
School Calendars
Year end calendars for schools in Charlotte and surrounding areas.
Taking a Year Off Before College
Some teens want and need a year off before heading to college. We take a look at options available for teens today.
Teach Your Children about School Bus Safety
The beginning of a new school year can bring many new experiences for children. They may need to become accustomed to an unfamiliar routine, get to know a new teacher or perhaps ride a school bus for the first time. But whether a child is new to the school bus or a seasoned "veteran" in junior high, it’s important for them to know the rules of school bus safety.
Ready, Set, Play ... and Learn!
18 fun activities to create a learning environment.
Top 10 Classical Music Pieces for Your Child
It seems like everyone has an opinion about music and its benefits for children. Some say listening to classical music will make your child smarter while others speak about its ability to soothe even the fussiest of infants. All of this could be well and true, but at the very least, an early exposure to great music can create a life-time love affair and appreciation for it.
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.
Is Montessori Right for Your Child?
Learn more about this unique style of learning.
School Area Statistics
Search for public, private and surrounding school statistics.
Easy Lunchbox Makeover
The school cafeteria has become a place filled with poor diet choices. From franchise fast food offerings to soda machine temptations, today’s kids are faced with a lot of unhealthy options at lunchtime. So, what can parents do? They can pack a better lunch! But many parents could use some help — the typical child’s lunch box is often filled with fat, sugar and salt, and lacking healthy fruit, protein and whole grains.
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.
Transition to High School
A look at the trials and tribulations of transitioning into high school.
Get a Jump Start on Math
Find fun, brain-stimulating activities for the kids to do over the summer months, and prepare for the coming year.
