by Sarah Green | Oct 5, 2015 | News, Teacher Issues
Ever watch a teacher and wonder how they manage thirty kids all day while you can barely keep your two out of trouble for twenty minutes? Here are a few tips, straight from the experts. Voice down, not up. If you have something to say and you need your kids to settle...
by Jana Hoff | Oct 2, 2013 | Student Issues, Teacher Issues
Everything is going smoothly, and all the kids are on task. All, except for little Johnny. All the other kids have written essays. Johnny has written nothing. All the other kids have clean desks. Johnny has doodled all over his. While others are focused Johnny...
by Jana Hoff | Aug 28, 2013 | News, Parent Issues, Teacher Issues
With about one week to go, Seattle Public Schools has not reached a deal with the union yet. They are formally warning families that school may not start on time. The district just started sending out robocalls and emails to alert families to be prepared in case the...
by Jana Hoff | Aug 21, 2013 | Parent Issues
New school supplies? Check. New school clothing that fits and is stylish? Check. Do they have immunizations? Wait…what? My kid needs immunizations? Your kid is ready to go, but the school might not even let them in the door if they are not properly immunized...
by Jana Hoff | Aug 14, 2013 | Parent Issues, Student Issues, Teacher Issues
What is the cornerstone of achievement in school? Some say it starts with a healthy breakfast. Some say it comes down to doing your homework. Some say it is all about attendance. Elementary school students in Oakland, California believe it is all of these things....
