Be your own best advocate
How to avoid lawyers and still get what your child needs out of special education.
Why boys fail in school
He's gifted and once loved learning. Somewhere along the way, my boy slipped through the educational cracks and nearly out of school. Is it too late to save him?
Parent power: one mom propels a turnaround of her neighborhood school
How a Chicago mother propelled a turnaround for her neighborhood school 鈥� from mediocre to marvelous.
Parents get involved to transform schools
Parents aren't just sitting on the sidelines anymore. They're actively involved in schools, and it's paying off in surprising ways.
Famous people with dyslexia, ADHD, and other disorders
Could you and your child use a little inspiration? Read about famous folks who overcame the challenges of LD and ADHD.
Getting accommodations in class
Learn about strategies your child's teacher can use to help your child be more successful.
How to get the right IEP or 504 for your child's learning disabilities
It can be tough for any parent to get the special education services their kids need, but it's especially tricky for Black and Hispanic parents.
Why your neighborhood school closes for good 鈥� and what to do when it does
School closings in Black and Hispanic communities are especially jarring and disruptive. There are ways parents can make sure their kids have support.
9 questions to help you learn more on a high school tour
Asking a teacher, student, or parent the right questions on a high school tour can help you better understand a prospective school.
What to consider before choosing a high school
Are you trying to find the right high school for your child, but don鈥檛 know where to start? This checklist can help you jump-start the process.
When does your child thrive?
This questionnaire was created to help you stop and reflect on what your child needs to be excited about what they're learning.
How our schools are (and aren't) addressing race
A widely misunderstood legal theory has become ground zero for a political battle. One education scholar weighs in.
The value of senior capstone projects
These individualized projects can keep seniors engaged in high school while they work on a future-focused area of interest.
Why student-centered education should be the norm
Want a high school where every kid finds their unique learning path? Allow students a way to exercise their voice and choice.
The power of positive school culture
How everyone treats each other at a high school has a huge impact on learning. This is what to look out for.
How to make better teachers
Teachers are the most powerful factor in your child鈥檚 education: that鈥檚 why ongoing teacher development should be a cornerstone of every high school.
Supporting at-risk students creates a more effective school for all
Research shows that high schools that successfully support at-risk students are more effective for all their students.
Why college counseling matters
Early and ongoing access to college counseling has been shown to influence whether students apply to college and which colleges they choose.
The value of student-staff connections
Positive, meaningful relationships between high school students and their teachers and principals are more than just nice to have; they're the foundation for a great high school.
Why all students should take advanced classes
The best high schools don鈥檛 just provide rigorous courses for motivated students, they encourage every student to explore advanced classes.
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