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I quit my job as a public school teacher. This is why

As much as I want to stay in public schools, to fight for my students’ right to learn how to think well about complex issues, I have decided the fight is...

Why does the School Day End Two Hours Before the Work Day?

Parents Line up for South Windsor Before and After School Program. We all saw this headline in Connecticut last spring. Parents lining up from the wee hours in the morning to get their child into one of the few after school programs in the town. Most of them wasted their time and ended up on the wait list. The sad truth was the program had already been filled earlier in the week<br>We’ve been advocating for more and affordable before/after school care for…

10 Things the United States Should Copy From Other Countries

The United States has a lot to recommend it, but there's always room for improvement. Let's look abroad for better ways of doing things and and start improving.

Test your knowledge of how county government works

How much do you know about your county government?

Why your city government should buy your local newspaper

Newspapers are critical for America's civic health. The government should fund them.

How to Choose a Primary or Secondary School According to Expert Educational Consultants

An expert educational consultant at International College Counselors offers tips on how to choose a primary or secondary school.

Where did resilience go? The reason I became an Independent Educational Consultant

Have we become a nation of parent fixers? This has become glaringly evident in light of the recent college admission scandal. Parents so caught up in the

Education Consultant vs. School Advisor: What’s the Difference?

Finding the right school for your child can be a daunting experience, and if you need help, support is available. Regardless of where you live in the country, you will likely find people to assist you.

An Educational Consultant's View on Admissions & Learning Disabilities

Educational Consultant Lori Day reveals strategies for helping students with learning disabilities.

Board of Education to consider enhancing maternity leave benefits

SF Board of Education Approves New Grading Policy for Distance Learning

SF Board of Education Approves New Grading Policy for Distance Learning

One More Misguided Call To End School Boards

The slightly-cranky voice navigating the world of educational "reform" while trying to still pursue the mission of providing quality education.

Are Job Boards a Waste of Time?

For many job seekers, applying for positions via job boards might be time spent unwisely. Find out here what to do instead.

How Parents Engage With Their Local School Boards

Through seats on the board, positions in their PTA, and as individuals, parents can engage with their school boards in a number of ways.

Could vision boards be the key to achieving your goals?

Could the items you use to do arts and crafts with your kids be key to accomplishing your own goals?

The Big Problem With Who Runs for School Boards—and How to Fix It (Opinion)

Serving on a board is far too punishing for young parents, writes a current member.

VJ’s Learning Boards and Binders helps teach homeschooled children

VJ's Learning Boards and Binders creates learning tools to help homeschooled children from toddlers to 6th graders.