Encouragement From a High School Senior
It can be hard to grieve the things we are missing out on during this epidemic. Seattle Christian School ASB President, AJ VanderLey shares a message ...
Mar 27, 2020
Jobs For The Current Economy
The career landscape is ever-changing. Fifteen years ago, who would have thought that "Influencer" or "YouTuber" could be lucrative career choices? But just as new industries emerge, older, established industries shift. As you help guide your child on their path to their own career choice, it's impo...
Feb 29, 2020
5 Ways to Empower Kids to End Bullying
From the classroom to the internet, bullying can lead to children developing a poor self-image or lead to bullying others. In fact, members of Generation Z believe bullying is the biggest issue facing their generation, according to new data. A survey of American youth ages 6-17, commissioned by the Boy Scouts of Americ...
Feb 05, 2020
Foster a Love for Literacy
Reading plays an obvious role in academic performance, but it's also an essential life skill. Literacy and effective communication go hand-in-hand, and inspiring a child to embrace reading and writing can help open a world of opportunity. Celebrate the importance of literacy and help the children in your life develop a...
Jan 30, 2020
Homeschooling Best Practices for Teens
Homeschooling feels manageable during the preschool and early elementary years, but parents become increasingly anxious as high school approaches. The stakes feel higher, and the idea of being responsible for teaching their children advanced subjects beyond their own personal scope of knowledge begins to erode earlier ...
Jan 22, 2020
Are Online Courses Right for You?
Most students come to college having some experience with online learning. But with the differing expectations of higher education coupled with the myriad of course options available, it's important to understand how online college courses work before actually registering for one. Here's what you need to know to determ...
Jan 15, 2020
Tips for Securing Outside College Scholarships
We're at an exciting time of year: the holidays! Between all the food, excitement, and celebrating, the last thing you're probably thinking of is how to pay for your son or daughter's college tuition. That said, the holiday break can be a great time to do some strategic scholarship hunting: Scholarship "season&quo...
Jan 09, 2020
Navigating the Parent-Child Relationship In College
Today's technology-rich culture makes it easier than ever to stay in constant contact with your child - but that's not always for the best. Though it can certainly ease the transition to college for many students (and their anxious parents!), it can also hinder the development of autonomy and personal growth. To ensure...
Oct 31, 2019
6 Essential Study Habits for College Students
Most kids want to go to college after high school. Unfortunately, today's first-year students are entering college increasingly unprepared for the rigors of higher education. Roughly one-third of all incoming freshmen drop out of college during their first year, and over half of students never reach graduation. This po...
Oct 03, 2019
Back-to-School Bus Safety
Another school year means millions of children across the country are boarding buses at the beginning and end of each day, and it provides an appropriate opportunity for parents, teachers, school administrators and students themselves to practice and enforce safety guidelines in and around the school bus. Consider thes...
Aug 28, 2019