The traditional way of grading doesn’t provide much information. When a student makes an A, B, or C for the report period, the letter provides
Competency based assessment is the method of collecting evidence using a benchmark provided by a standard. It is not about passing or failing students. The
The majority of parents want their child’s teacher to be qualified to teach. They also want them to be properly certified. Are there valid reasons for
Once again our public schools may be under the threat of losing students. There are a growing number of small, personalized schools emerging around the
It is not uncommon for new math methods to cause panic with parents. But, Common Core has been around for several years; and, once again,
Some classrooms in today’s educational system require students to sit still and be quiet. Others encourage students to move around and participate in discussion groups. The
Today our schools have become a resource for the local community. They serve as a hub for many social and health needs as well as
Do you often negotiate with children? As parents and educators, sometimes it seems that is all we do. Negotiation does not mean you are giving in to
Is important that children respect and follow rules. It may not be in vogue but there are still reasons for teaching children and students to
Teaching financial literacy has become a recent concern. How early should parents and educators begin to teach the process of spending and saving money? Some