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Learning to read - research informs us

Learn what skills are necessary to learn to read and what kind of instruction he should have.

Learning about a school's approach to reading instruction

How is your child being taught to read? A reading expert explains how to investigate the instructional approach the teacher or school uses.

Learning a second language: How parents can help

You don't have to understand Spanish or Japanese to help him boost his language skills. Here's how parents can support language learning at home.

A guide to California's standardized tests for high school students

High school students in California are required to take a variety of tests, each serving a different purpose. Find out what they are and what the results mean.

Wondering what to think about all these tests?

Do you believe in accountability through statewide tests? Or do you worry that standardized tests will turn schools into test-prep factories?

Alaska schools: key facts and resources

Learning key facts and knowing who's who will help you get savvy about education in your state.

Bilingual education: overview and online resources

As the debate continues over how best to teach English language learners, here are resources to help you decide what's best for your child.

What does the school board do?

This governing body sets policies, oversees budgets, and hires the superintendent, but many otherwise involved parents don鈥檛 realize how much the board鈥檚 decisions affect the quality of their child鈥檚 school.

Special considerations for evaluating ELL students for LD

When an English Language Learner is being tested for a learning disability, the evaluation should contain certain high-quality features.

Helping English language learners who struggle in school

English language learners often struggle in American classrooms. How can parents and teachers determine if there's more going on, such as a learning disability? There are methods to help pinpoint the cause.

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