Summer Learning
By now, we are all well aware of the “summer slide”. Research has consistently shown that kids lose more than 2 months of instruction over the summer if they do not practice learned skills. This learning loss is greater in math and happens to a larger extent in the...
Project-Based Learning Ideas!
Project-based learning can be a fun and authentic way to learn from home. It can also be a great way for teachers to motivate students who are no longer receiving grades by giving them something interesting and relevant to work on. When searching for a project, it is...
Ten Tips for Tax Free Weekend Back to School Shopping in Virginia
Ten Tips for Tax Free Weekend Back to School Shopping in Virginia The Virginia Sales Tax Holiday or Tax Free Weekend is coming up this Friday, August 4th through Sunday, August 6th. During this time period, you can buy qualifying school supplies, clothing, footwear,...
Put Down that Workbook, Summer Learning Should Not Be Torture
Put Down that Workbook, Summer Learning Should Not Be Torture I see you in Walmart or Borders buying that summer workbook for your kids, and I know that you have the best intentions. I have had the same thoughts myself. Nothing is more infuriating than coming home...
Ten Tips to Prevent the Summer Slide!
School is almost over and the kids are ready for SUMMERl! It’s time to play video games, go to the pool and really just relax. While these are all fun summer activities, it turns out that inactive summers can really result in what’s called the “Summer Slide”. All kids...
Nina Parrish, M.Ed.
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