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Tips to take the struggle out of homework for kids with ADHD.

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NC Outward Bound Unity Project Helps Bridge Diversity Gaps

Jay Ahuja,

Students bring back lessons from wilderness experience to use in day-to-day interactions.

Moving Off the College Admissions Waitlist

Dave Bergman, Ed.D.,

The No. 1 thing students can do while on the waitlist is communicate clearly, firmly and respectfully to the admissions office that, if offered, they will accept a spot at the school.

Book About Gender Identity Causes Uproar Within CMS

Michele Huggins,

CMS agrees to pull book 'Jacob's New Dress' from elementary schools.

Why College Visits Are Worth Time, Expense

Dave Bergman, Ed.D.,

Expert tips on what students should do when visiting a college campus.

4 Fantastic Fractured Fairy Tales

Becca Worthington,

Any fan of a funny tale is destined to get a kick out of fractured fairy tales.

We Didn't Get our CMS Magnet Lottery Choice, now What?

Michele Huggins,

Here's what you need to know if you didn't get a magnet seat in the first round of the CMS school choice lottery.

10 Ways to Rock the College Fair

Charlotte Parent,

How to get the most out of the National College Fair at the Park Expo this Sunday, March 12.

Understanding 529 College Savings Accounts in North Carolina

Dave Bergman, Ed.D.,

Thinking of opening a 529 account? Follow this advice.

Deciphering Teen Text Messages

Carolyn Jabs,

New slang is often harmless, but parents should monitor texts that fall into these areas.

Teaching Kids to Self-Advocate

Vanessa Infanzon,

A teacher, a counselor and coach share the skills kids need to succeed.

What's in Store for the 2017-18 School Calendar?

Brittany A Stone,

A bill in the NC House seeks to give Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools more flexibility

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Brittany A Stone,

The first deadline for the magnet lottery is Feb 14

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Melanie Hempe, RN,

Tips to balance social media in the world of a middle school child.

4 Children’s Books to Read on Valentine’s Day

Becca Worthington,

Whether kisses make them cringe or cuddle, one of these books should make their day.

Does Spending Time Online Destroy Empathy?

Carolyn Jabs,

Six ways families can engage with online communities that actively encourage positive social values.

STEM Camps Are in Session Across North Carolina

Mandy Howard,

STEM camps are educating the next generation of thinkers and innovators.

Are Your High School Student's Classes Rigorous Enough?

Dave Bergman, Ed.D.,

Perhaps no decision in a college-bound teen’s high school career causes more agitation than deciding how many honors and advanced placement courses to take.

Project One Now Accepting Scholarship Applications

Michele Huggins,

Charlotte-nonprofit helps CMS students from single-parent families attend college.

The Magnet Lottery has Changed

Brittany A Stone,

Here's what you need to know.

Picture Books to Sing With Your Child

Andrea Schreiber,

Singing slows down words so children are better able to hear the different sounds that make up words, and it's a wonderful bonding activity that helps build vocabulary.