Education

Should You Let Your Kid Quit?

Randi Mazzella,

When my son was in a tween, he asked if he could take golf lessons. I signed him up for introductory lessons with a golf pro. He enjoyed it so much I sent to a summer golf camp for a…

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Websites for Kids Who Love Weather

Myra Wright,

Kid-friendly resources, interactive sites and games for kids who are curious about weather

6 Things I Learned About Myers Park Traditional Elementary

Brittany A Stone,

And they just might surprise you.

Private Scholarships: Exposing the Truth About Them

Dave Bergman, Ed.D.,

Students and parents spend too much time seeking out private scholarships, and not enough focusing on where the bulk of aid money actually originates.

Strange Pattern in the Resignations of Incoming CMS Superintendent, Clayton Wilcox

Brittany A Stone,

But most people seem to really like him

Celebrate Diversity With These 3 Books for Young Readers

Megan Northcote,

Give the gift of acceptance this holiday season with these three books that teach even the youngest readers to love themselves and their multicultural neighbors.

Raising a Confident Reader

Malia Jacobson,

Research from the University of Michigan highlights five fundamental components of early literacy.

Physical Education and Recess Improve Behavior, Test Scores

Anne Wooten Green,

Research shows that being active helps students in the classroom.

Citizen Schools: Helping Students Connect Talents to Professions

Elizabeth Brignac,

Local business people are connecting with students to grow talents and interests in professions.

North Carolina Schools Move Toward Digital Textbooks and Resources

Kathryn Caprino,

Public and independent school leaders say there are advantages and challenges associated with switching from physical to digital textbooks.

Kids Can Vote in 2016 Election Too

Michele Huggins,

Charlotte kids can cast ballots in nation's largest community-based mock election

ACT Versus New SAT: Which Should I Choose?

Dave Bergman, Ed.D.,

What are the key differences between the ACT and new SAT, and what do they mean for test-takers?

Teacher Trouble

Christa Melnyk Hines,

Tips to recognize and resolve student-teacher conflict.

Books for Election Time

Michele Huggins,

Kids can learn some lesser known facts about well-known politicians and presidents in these biographies

Why Does the County Commission Have Student Assignment on its Upcoming Agenda?

Brittany A Stone,

Rumors suggest their goal is to delay the student assignment plan

Family Communication in a Digital Age

Myrna Beth Haskell,

Are emojis and acronyms replacing hugs and phone calls?

Raising a Transgender Child

Aleigh Acerni,

Two local moms open up about parenting a transgender child — and what they’ve learned about loving your children for exactly who they are

CMS Announces Plan to Double Magnet Seats in Four Years

Brittany A Stone,

Also, changes to the lottery system

Be Careful What You Wish For

Brittany A Stone,

Student perspectives are often inconvenient

Talking Politics With Kids

Renee Roberson,

Educating the next generation on civic responsibility

Making FAFSA Changes Work for You

Dave Bergman, Ed.D.,

Do you know about the changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid affecting all rising high school seniors applying for federal aid in the 2017-18 academic year?