by Sarah Green | Sep 8, 2014 | Guest Author, Parent Issues, Student Issues
Educators and lawmakers are always looking for ways to improve the education system, and lately those improvements have focused on teaching STEM, or science, technology, engineering, and math. The idea, say policymakers, advocates, and executives, is that more focus...
by Supporting Education | Jun 2, 2014 | Guest Author, Parent Issues, Student Issues, Teacher Issues
We have written articles on the benefits of study abroad programs for students in the past. But how can your student stay safe during unfamiliar countries? Here are some tips for protecting your child, or even yourself, when you study abroad: Children studying abroad...
by Supporting Education | May 28, 2014 | Guest Author
To most students, approaching exams seem more like an imminent threat than an opportunity to prove themselves best among the rest. Have you ever thought, ‘Why some students are able to score the exams with flying colors even with last-minute studies, while some fall...
by Supporting Education | May 23, 2014 | Guest Author
The first day of school is an extremely daunting experience for everyone involved. For teachers, particularly teachers starting at a new school, it is a daunting experience as it may be their first time teaching a class, or they are unsure how to proceed with their...
by Supporting Education | May 2, 2014 | Guest Author, Parent Issues, Student Issues, Teacher Issues
This spring as your high school student plans his/her Fall 2014 schedule, you might be wondering whether or not taking AP, IB, or community college classes is worth it. In short, my answer is a resounding yes. I remember finding out that I was receiving 15 units of...