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Summer Travel Can Be a Time to Learn

The sun's out, school's over and it's time to hit the road. Here's how to weave learning into the fun.

Staying Connected With Your Teen

Ever wanted to know the secret of staying close to your teen? Check out some ways to be there during this critical time.

Special Educator Shares Her Passion for Teaching in Detroit's Inner City

Ronna Robbins thrives in her challenging role as a special education teacher at the Washington Careers Center in Detroit’s inner city.

Testing Siblings of Special Needs Kids

Some kids pass standardized tests with flying colors. But those with special needs siblings face other tests too.

Sideline Guidelines

If you asked your young athlete about how she'd like you to behave on the sidelines, this is what she'd probably say.

Should My Child Be Held Back?

Know the facts before you decide to hold your child back a grade. Get expert perspective and suggested alternatives to retention.

SETI@home: Want to Search for Extraterrestrials?

Have you heard of the The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence? It's a fun way to nurture your child's imagination, contribute to scientific inquiry and learn a whole lot about the universe.

Should Kids Wear School Uniforms?

Some schools are requiring school uniforms. But do they improve student behavior or curb individuality?

School Discipline: What Works and What Doesn't

Parents, teachers, and even students all agree: there has to be some discipline or school won’t work. Without clear, reasonable rules, consistently enforced, no teaching or learning can happen.

Saving for College: It's Never Too Late

If you haven't started saving for your child's college education yet, don't fret. Explore your options and try to start setting some funds aside today.

S.O.S. (Stressed-Out Survival) Tips: Keep a Journal

Parenting is wonderful and stressful. Preserve your memories and vent your frustrations in a journal.

Research Roundup: How to Make Latino Students Prosper

New research shows the secret to helping Latino students. Stay involved and never give up.

Recognizing the Signs of Steroid Abuse

What effect do steroids have on the body and mind? How do you detect signs of steroid abuse? Here is a quick checklist of signs and symptoms.

Write a National History Day Essay for a Scholarship or Cash Prize!

Want the chance to win a full-ride scholarship for college, or any of 20 other prizes? Enter the National History day contest, and you're eligible!

School Report Cards: What Parents Should Look For

The No Child Left Behind Law requires schools to give parents annual report cards on how well they measure up against national and state standards. Here are the things to look for.

Some Thoughts from “Papa”

What our children really want from us, is all we really have to give them -- unconditional love.

Partnership Tips

Now that you’ve chosen your child’s school, how can you make your choice work for your family? Become a partner with your child’s school.

How to Partner with Your Child's Tutor

Parental involvement in a child's education is key, and that's true for all education - including tutoring.

Parents Are Key Players in Preventing Substance Abuse

Drugs and alcohol are tough things to talk about with your child. But you can make a big difference in their decisions.

Parent Sportsmanship Checklist

Are you doing everything you can to help your child have a winning attitude, both on the field and off? Complete the following checklist and find out.

Parenting Lasts a Lifetime: What Jane Goodall Can Teach Us

Did you know Dr. Jane Goodall credits her mother for her exceptional career? Talk about the power of parenting.

One True Family

Creating memories and traditions within a blended family isn't easy, but it's also not impossible.

Online Learning: New Opportunities for Students

There's a new world of online learning available to students. Here's how it works.

On Launching Daughters

This poem, written by a mother who knows, expresses the heartache involved in sending our children away to college.

Nut Allergy Facts

Get important facts about nut allergies and links to more information.

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