by Jana Hoff | Sep 23, 2013 | News, Parent Issues, Student Issues, Teacher Issues
If you have any children over the age of three and under the age of 20, chances are you have heard of Minecraft. If not, it’s a simple video game in which players build structures. There’s almost no violence, and the graphics look very blocky since it’s built in...
by Jana Hoff | Sep 4, 2013 | News, Parent Issues, Teacher Issues
Teachers, parents and students sat with baited breath, waiting to hear if school would really start on time. However, the news is in. The contract has been adopted and school is in full swing. School started on Wednesday, September 4th. Kids milled around...
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....
