Acceptance Season has officially begun. As Spring starts to unfold, we begin to see students and parents sharing college plans, military enlistments and other post graduation plans. Here are a few ways you can help students stand out with pride in their accomplishments throughout your school. Share: Share photos with admissions letters on your Scholastic…
Atlantic Community High School’s purpose is to serve the educational needs of the community and its students. Their mission is to enable all students to become positive and productive citizens and members of a global society. To achieve this, they aim to develop the student intellectually, socially, ethically, and physically. The overall climate encourages life-long…
In these unique times, CTE Departments are evolving as the world changes. TEKS College and Career Readiness standards and Transferable Skills are more important than ever. The Scholastic Network increases visibility so that ALL students can envision a future. More importantly, our TEKS aligned system can be used to inform and recruit students, thereby increasing your school’s Carl Perkins allotment. Here’s how we do it every day…
We all know it can be difficult for kids to re-engage once school starts with homework, sports, science club and so many activities going on. Here are a few tips to making sure kids get on track!! Make a schedule and showcase it in a shared space. Make note of practice schedules, timely information and…
Encourage your freshman to get to know their roomate. Coordinate who will be bringing what items with them. You don’t need two ramen making hot pots after all. Walk around. Find the library, student center and other key campus resources – explore the campus before the first week so your freshman feels comfortable their…
Instagram worthy vacations are a thing, but how do you stop the madness and get your kids to unplug long enough for YOU to be able to take the pictures. Here are some anti-cell phone, anti-connection, anti-wifi addicted vacation ideas. Get out there and enjoy life with your kids! Camping: No, we’re not kidding. Go…
It’s summer, your High School Graduate is ready to relax, but you realize there’s still a lot to do in order to send them off in style. Here’s Five things in the form of a handy guide for your summer to do list to ensure your child is the most successful they can be and…
Winter is finally here, and with it comes the holiday season. While many love the sights and smells of the holidays, many parents struggle with the problem of too much screen time and overuse of electronics with the kids. Looking to make the holidays a time to remember but trying to keep the kids active…