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Dec 02, 2016

How Parents Can Use Rewards to Encourage Learning

Studies have shown that, used at the right time, external motivators can help children complete a task which they would have not wanted to do previously. Here are four best practice tips for rewarding your children in ways that are healthy and effective in the long term.
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Elaine Ho

Nov 23, 2016

Preparing for College Entrance Exams: How Parents Can Help Students Succeed

The ACT and SAT—almost every high school student and parent is familiar with these college entrance exams, and for many, they come with a big sense of trepidation. Here's eight tips to help parents take the fear-factor out of these tests for your students!
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Sarah Cornelius

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.

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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.

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Sarah Cornelius