K-12 For Parents

Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder present a challenge for parents at home, but those challenges are sometimes magnified in a school setting. Parents want the best education...

When teachers are visiting during the holidays, it's important to acknowledge their presence and thank them for their efforts by giving a simple gift that reflects the season. Whether from another...

Looking for gift ideas for a special teacher? There are a variety of creative and unique options to show you care. You could make a hand-made craft or go the store-bought route. Purchased items...

An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is something that many parents are familiar with. Estimates are that 20-30 percent of children have an IEP in school. Understanding what IEPs are and how...

Parents and teachers must work together in order for students to succeed. Parents need to know what is going on in the classroom in order to reinforce those skills at home. Teachers need to know...

Teachers don't expect gifts, but gift giving can be a great way to show your appreciation for the job they do. Unfortunately, buying a gift for a teacher is not usually as easy as buying one for a...

Parent-teacher conferences can be nerve-wracking for parents. Either an impending sense of doom overtakes the parents, or perhaps they let hostility or nerves build up prior to the conference. ...

It can sometimes be difficult to get to know your child’s new teacher, especially if you’re a working parent who is unable to spend a lot of time at the school. But it’s also important to keep...

In an educational setting, "inclusiveness" means the integration of children with disabilities into regular classrooms. Kay Burke, author of What To Do With The Kid Who . . .: Developing...

Special education resource teachers help provide schools an opportunity to meet the needs of students with special needs while maintaining a traditional classroom atmosphere. Their duties allow...

If you are in charge of making a dinner for teachers during Open House or conference nights, there are few things you should know to help you host a terrific and easy dinner.

Teachers appreciate thank you gifts from parents and students, whether homemade or store purchased. Gifts with meaning and an explanation of what makes the teacher special are nice. Personalized...

When your child has a great school year with a fabulous teacher, a small gift for the teacher at the end of the year just won't do. You need the perfect gift for that special educator who has made...

Teachers are people we depend on to educate and nurture our children. Give some of that TLC back to your child's teacher by doing something nice for him or her. Showing teacher appreciation will...

At the onset of the school year, you might consider getting a gift for your child's new teacher. Unfortunately, teachers often receive gifts they can't use. As you search for the perfect gift,...

Teachers love to receive gifts at holidays or at the end of the year, and it can be a generous way to thank a teacher who is making an impression on your child. If your child's teacher is male,...

Teachers play an important role in child development. Choosing a gift for a teacher is a great way to thank him for his dedication.

Teachers often receive gifts during the school year for Christmas or Teacher's Appreciation. If you take the time and care to purchase a gift, make it something the teacher will really enjoy. ...

Kindergarten teachers like to receive gifts from their students, but they do not expect them. During the Christmas season, giving a present is a good way for children and parents to show their...

As budgets increase schools continue to cut back on supplies provided to students and teachers. This means more supplies are being purchased by parents for the classroom. Knowing your...

So, your child finished a school year and you feel like a thank you note to the teacher is in order? Go for it! Teachers love to be acknowledged for their work, especially when it was a tough...

"Mr. Turtledove," a high school teacher, wrote this article. After more than two decades as a teacher, and three decades as a parent, I've learned that parents who set up good...

Perhaps more than ever before, school safety is a pressing social issue. In recent decades, even teachers have betrayed the trust of parents in the way they have related with children. Thus,...

Is your child complaining about being treated unfairly by a teacher? Perhaps you disagree with something that happened in the classroom and feel the need to discuss it with your child's teacher. ...

Whether its the end of the school year, a holiday, or just because, showing appreciation to teachers is something that many parents like to do. Here's advice on how to choose appropriate teacher...

It's frustrating to plan a family activity, only to find out that your plans must be canceled so you can sit at home and help your child with a massive pile of homework. Many parents complain...

Do you ever feel nervous when you have to talk to your child's teacher? Do you sometimes feel so anxious about it that it almost seems like YOU are the student again? Here are some helpful tips...

Teacher appreciation week is the first week in May. There are many things you can do for your teachers or child's teacher to show your appreciation. Some ideas are listed below.

Does your child's teacher have the qualities of a good teacher? Whether it's the first day of kindergarten or fifth grade, at some point you wonder whether or not your child has a "good...

Growing up is tough enough, but deaf students have even more obstacles to overcome in order to be successful in school and in life. Fortunately, there are many dedicated teachers who are devoted...

At some point in your life you will either need to, or want to buy a gift for a teacher (your’s or your child’s). Teachers work with students all during the day and spend much of the other time...

As a parent it’s not always easy to talk to your child’s teacher. This is true especially if they are calling to say that your child has been causing trouble in class, has flunked the test, etc. ...

Many parents want to volunteer at their child's school, but don't know where to begin or know how to fit it in their schedule. There IS something you can do. Take a look at these simple ideas.

As a parent, many of us rely on the notion that when we send our children to school, they are there to learn. We put our trust in teachers and expect that come June, our child will be ready for...

Teachers know that students learn in a variety of different ways. Some are visually oriented and more prone to acquire information from photographs or videos. Other children do best when they hear...

Does your child's school need money for fieldtrips or supplies? Perhaps you have a team or organization that needs to raise money for a particular activity or goal. In this eHow article, I will...

Not all parents have the time to volunteer in the classroom, bake for fundraisers or be part of the PTA. However, any parent can build a strong, effective relationship with their child's teacher....

School districts today face tremendous issues and challenges with budget cuts, No Child Left Behind mandates, state standards, and parents who question school rules. As a parent or community...

Building a relationship with your child's teacher can be a boon for everyone involved. Your child will feel more secure at school knowing that you are involved and know what's going on. You will...

Completing schoolwork on a computer has simplified the lives of many students. It is now possible to start a project at school and finish it while at home. Being able to access work at home has...

Each year teachers decide how students are divided up into classes for the upcoming year. Those students with 'special' parents are noted and placed accordingly!! Just a little bit of extra effort...

Parents are a valuable asset in a child’s education. Whether your child attends a public or private school, the other students and the teachers will appreciate an association of parents who...

Parents are a valuable asset in a child’s education. Whether your child attends a public or private school, the other students and the teachers will appreciate an association of parents who...

Trying to improve your child's math skills? Learn how Montessori teachers explain the concept of teen numbers in this free educational video clip about Montessori math methods.

Kids learn visually. Watch how Montessori teachers explain numbers through a bead game in this free educational video clip about Montessori math methods.

Middle school can be a rough time for kids. They're probably starting a new school and have to deal with a host of new responsibilities that come along with a new set of teachers and classes....

It's a fact of life: Somewhere along the line, your child is going to get a teacher that you have difficulty getting along with. Maybe it's her homework policy, or even the way she has set up...

At the beginning of each school year parents, students, teachers, and administrators share a common goal; to have a successful learning experience. Somewhere between that first day, a poor grade,...

Determining what type of education is best for a particular child is always a daunting task. You need to consider your child as an individual and carefully weigh the pros and cons of each...

The truth is, when a child has a bad teacher it is a very emotional time for him. Children grow up believing all teachers are good and have only good intentions. When the truth that teachers are...