Parents & families

Nov 11, 2016

[Parent Tips] How Cultivating Gratitude Improves Your Child’s Well-Being and Achievement

Research shows that students who regularly practice gratitude not only end up more optimistic and with higher life satisfaction, but they also become more motivated to help others and use their strengths to contribute to society.

Elaine Ho

Nov 04, 2016

[Parent Tips] Fostering Your Child's Interests

By taking the time to explore and encourage interests, you set the stage not only for your child to experience academic success, but also for them to determine their passions, take ownership over their learning, and choose a fulfilling career path.

Shannon LaBree

Oct 20, 2016

[Parent Savings] Practice and Monitor Progress with Study Island for Home

We're offering 25% off all Study Island for Home annual subscriptions through the month of October!

Sarah Cornelius

Sep 30, 2016

[Digital Literacy] 4 Tips for Parents to Teach Kids About Responsible Technology Use

Working with your child to understand how to use technology thoughtfully and respectfully is key to helping them take full advantage of its benefits.

Megan Sternke

Sep 16, 2016

[Parent Tips] 8 Questions to Ask Your Child’s Teacher

Academic success is always a team effort. These questions for teachers are a great place for parents to start in order to make sure they're involved in their child's education.

Sarah Cornelius

Sep 02, 2016

4 Things Parents Should Know About Technology in the Classroom

Thanks to the ever-expanding availability and capabilities of technology, coupled with the growing push for personalized learning experiences, its use in the classroom is no longer a question of if but how.

Sarah Cornelius

Aug 05, 2016

[Parent Tips] Successful Grade Transitions from Kindergarten Through High School

New classroom environments, unfamiliar teachers, and different expectations make transitioning to a new grade a challenging experience for many children. This transition can be especially stressful when it includes changing buildings as well. Check out our tips for making these transitions as smooth and successful as possible from Kindergarten through high school!

Megan Sternke