Are Parochial Schools Okay?
Parochial, private, and public school education can all benefit kids. read more
August 16, 1998
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Son Is Not Ready to Graduate
A mother disagrees with the administrators of her son's school, who believe he has received a "fair and appropriate public education" and should gradu... read more
May 14, 2002
Son Refusing to Go to School
A mother seeks help for her teen with LD, who has not been helped in resource room and is now refusing to go to school. read more
April 26, 1999
Son Socializes Too Much
A child should not be held back a grade because he lacks the ability to restrict his natural desire to socialize. read more
August 17, 1998
Son Wants to Be Retained
Most children do not "catch up" when held back. Retention won't turn them into successful students unless the reasons for their continuing struggles a... read more
June 10, 2002
Speedy Test-Taker
Here are some ways you can help your child slow down. read more
June 26, 2001
Standardized Test Preparation
Learn what parents can do to help children perform to the best of their ability on standardized tests. read more
March 1, 2001
Summer School
Retention may not be necessary with enough skill-building during the summer. read more
June 15, 2001
Talking in Class
While there's obviously nothing wrong with a child being social, you do need to teach him not to interrupt the teacher. read more
February 5, 2001
Teachers as Friends?
How close should high-school teachers get to their students? read more
March 9, 1999
Teen Not Getting Along with Substitute Teacher
The substitute teacher does not have the right to turn a personality clash into an unfair fight. read more
January 14, 1998
Test Trouble
Learn tips to help your child prepare for a test. read more
May 22, 2002