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Can I Trust This Program? A Checklist for After-School Programs

A good after-school program should be reliable, effective, and safe. Here is a list of questions to ask yourself about your child's program.

How After-School Programs Can Help Michigan Middle-Schoolers

During the critical middle-school years, a good after-school program can make a big difference for your child. Here's where to look for one.

Increasing College and Career Training Opportunities in Michigan

While a decade or two ago, college was an option, it today's global workplace, it is a necessity. Here is some help.

Kindergarten Questions Michigan Parents Ask

Here are the most frequently asked questions from concerned parents of kindergartners, just like you.

Helping Michigan's Schools and Children Stay Ahead of the Curve

The economy is changing and Michigan's schools are changing with it!

Michigan Middle School Students and the MEAP

Middle school years are an important time to make sure your child is keeping up with her school work. In order to track that, the state of Michigan administers the MEAP.

Reading Success Equals Student Success for the Michigan Kindergartner

Young students will need to learn to read in order to learn just about everything else. You are your child's first reading teacher.

A National Art Program You Can Bring to Your Child's School

Want more art in your child's school? Here's a free program! The Reflections annual PTA program cultivates students’ creative reflections and artistic abilities.

Will Your Child Need Special Help in School?

If your child is struggling in school, what should you do? Check out your options to help him.

When Your Child Has Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Most parents don't expect their child to be diagnosed with OCD. Here's how you and your child can cope.

When We Chose Our School...

Read how one set of parents made their choice, and if they think it was the right one.

When Good Kids Get Bad Grades

Tackling school problems early can make a world of difference for your child.

What Is the Best Possible School for My Child?

There are several factors to take into account when choosing the most desirable school for your child. Follow these guidelines to help assess what exactly is the best one.

What Does a School Board Do?

Those monthly meetings make a difference for your school. Here, a summary of how school boards operate.

What Do Standardized Tests Tell Us?

Standardized test time is usually an unhappy one for kids. But what do these tests mean for schools and parents?

Writing Workshops for Kids

It’s not always easy to keep young writers motivated and excited about the craft. But it is possible, thanks to writing workshops.

Wanted: Quality Teachers

You want the best teacher for your child. What can we do to make sure teachers are the best they can be?

Types of Schools

There’s a great school out there for your child, where he can thrive and learn, be safe and happy. Understand your many options and what you can expect from the different kinds of schools.

3 Tips to Combat Noisy Classrooms

If your child can hardly hear himself think at school, check out some ways you can help.

Tips for Individualized Education Program Meetings

Not sure how to prepare for those uncomfortable IEP meetings? Consider this your guide.

Tips and Resources for Families of Special Needs Children

It's not easy having a brother or sister with special needs. Here's how to make sure you're there for all your children.

The Importance of Teaching Civics and Freedoms

We live in troubling times of war and terrorism. Now's the time for schools to step up and teach students the foundation of our country, our rights and freedoms.

The Importance of Math in Middle School

Want to make sure your child is prepared for high school and college math? Make sure she takes algebra in middle school to get a head start.

Teaching Kids About Leonardo da Vinci

Leonardo da Vinci was the original Renaissance Man. Introduce him to your child and you can talk about science, art, military affairs and more!

Two-way Immersion: What Is it? How Does it Work?

With two-way immersion, native English and non-native English speakers benefit. Read about how the program is working at one Michigan elementary school.

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