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As the end of summer nears, both students and parents must get ready for the first day of school.  It\'s time to say goodbye to the relaxed atmosphere of summer and hello to the academic rigors of a new school year.  As any parent who has a school age child knows, it can often be a mad dash to ensure their child is prepared to start the school year right.  But getting ready for another school year does not have to be a stressful experience.  Here are four strategies to help parents and students ease the transition.

Don\'t Wait Until the Last Minute
Whether you are sending your youngster off to school for the very first time or helping your teen get ready for another year of high school, there is a lot to do to get ready for a new school year.  If you wait

Just because your children are no longer sitting in a classroom everyday doesn’t mean they can’t learn.  Summer vacation provides the perfect opportunity to learn about things that can’t be taught in a classroom and reinforce those that are.  It doesn’t matter if you are traveling by car, train or plane, your kids will have plenty of chances to discover new things.

Car Rides
Whether you are visiting your favorite beach just a few hours away or planning a longer road trip, car rides provide great learning opportunities for the whole family.  The license plate game is one way you can teach your children about different locations within the United States.  Ask your kids to point out license plates from different states.  Each time they spot a

When the dismissal bell rings for the last time, school is the last thing on the minds of most students who are making plans for their upcoming summer vacation.  But for students who struggled in class, summer school may take the place of long days by the pool.  While summer classes are invaluable to students who didn’t make the grade during the regular school year, they can benefit all students who want to excel in school.  Below are six reasons you may want to consider taking a class during the summer.

Students Stay on Track With Classmates
Students who fail a class that is required to advance to the next grade or graduate must take the class again and earn a passing grade before they will be allowed to move on.  By re-taking the class during the summer, studen

Watching your child struggle in school can be disheartening for any parent.  When a child’s performance suffers, they frequently experience low self-esteem and lose confidence in their ability to succeed.  So, it’s important for parents to identify the cause of the problem and get their child the help they need as quickly as possible.  Identifying the reason for your child’s struggles will make it easier for you to come up with a solution to get them back on track.  Here are four common reasons students have difficulty in school.

Lack of Organization
Students are expected to keep track of a variety of routine assignments, special projects and test dates.  This comes easily for some, but other students need a little extra help.  If your child

As the end of the school year rapidly approaches, visions of lazy, summer days fill the minds of youngsters across the country.  But it’s important that children don’t forget everything they’ve learned during the school year.  One way to keep those academic skills sharp is by joining a summer reading program.  Summer reading programs are both educational and fun, and they’re easy to join.  Many public libraries and local bookstores offer programs for school-aged children.  Below, you will find ways your child can benefit by joining a program in your area.

Encourages Your Child to Read
As the school bell rings for the final time signaling not only the end of the day but also the end of the year, it is probably safe to assume your child is mo

Parental involvement is critical to children’s success in school at any age.  However, as children get older, it’s common for parental involvement to decline.  But it doesn’t have to be that way.  Here are five ways parents can play an active role in their child’s academic success at any age. 

Parent Teacher Conferences
All schools and grade levels have parent-teacher conferences several times throughout the school year.  These meetings give parents a chance to speak to their child’s teachers and learn more about what their child is being taught in the classroom.  Teachers can also tell provide insight about things that may not be reflected in test scores or homework assignments, such as the child’s behavior, classroom par