Attending college online while you're on active duty gives you a great head start on civilian life after deployment. Not all online universities cater to military personnel—after all, civilians rarely have to deal with being deployed halfway around the world at a moment's notice, so universities that cater only to civilian learners often don't have programs in place to accommodate deployment or time zone differences. It's important to choose an online university that has programs in place for active duty military personnel.
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If your child is a middle schooler, then the two of you might be thinking ahead about where he or she will go to high school. Gone are the days when kids only have to worry about applying for college. For those who want to get into a good specialized high school, which can provide better education and opportunities, going through an application process is usually required. There are usually a limited number of availabilities for these schools and programs, so it's important to ensure that your child's application is competitive.
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Summer is almost here. It's time to start thinking of some fun summer activities. It's also time to start getting your little one ready for their first day of school. Whether your child has spent a couple of years in pre-school, or has been home with you, this is the time to make sure they're ready to walk through those doors on the first day of kindergarten. Here are four simple steps you can take to help you child prepare for school.
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If your child is struggling in school, you might be wondering if putting them into some sort of summer program will help them to succeed. In many cases, this will be the best thing for them. Here are some things that you can do to improve your child's understanding and learning.
1. If One Way Isn't Working, Change It
The first thing that every parent and teacher should know is that all individuals learn so differently.
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The earlier your child develops strong homework and study habits, the more prepared they will be for each grade. If you are hoping to get your child into a competitive private school program, demonstrable homework skills are especially important. Here are three ways to help your elementary school-aged child develop strong homework habits:
Create the Space for Homework
Children are affected by their environments, and many kids have a hard time buckling down and concentrating if their study space is loud, distracting, or chaotic.
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