In schools of every kind across the country, curriculum and delivery of curriculum are undergoing a quiet revolution. The strongest schools, and not just in our country, are striving to make their curricula reflect the needs of the 21st century.
American parents want their children to be both happy and productive into adulthood. A basic formula to guide us in helping them to grow to their potential does exist: it requires that we provide appropriate levels of nurture, structure, and latitude.
For over a generation parents have believed that one of the keys to producing successful, high-achieving children was praise. Repeatedly telling kids how smart they are or how great their abilities are, it was thought, would lead children to believe that they had very valuable contributions to make and that they could therefore tackle anything. Self-esteem was seen as the road to achievement and success.
I believe we have reached an important juncture in educating our children about citizenship, and I hope we can take advantage of the opportunity this situation has given us.
A key to the healthy growth of all children and adolescents is connection: connection to family and other people certainly, but also connection to communities, activities, and even places that children come to love. We must feel connected to feel that we matter, and feeling that we matter is the key to a healthy emotional life.
By Mark Heller As parents today, we are probably more anxious than our own parents or grandparents ever were about our ability (and responsibility) to ensure that our children are well prepared to meet the future. Many parents question whether they are doing all they can to make sure their children will be able to [...]
America and Americans have always had a love affair with the car. Ever since Henry Ford’s assembly line sent millions of automobiles onto the roads and into the garages of early 20th century America, cars have captured the American imagination. They’ve symbolized the freedom, mobility, and individualism that set us apart as a people. The [...]
Playing sports is absolutely one of the best activities children can participate in. Aside from the obvious benefits that come from regular exercise, participation on a team can bring great lifetime benefits. Through team sports, children learn cooperation, how their responsibilities mesh with those of others to produce results, and how to strive for improvement together.
It was not too long ago that the only “school choice” available to families was either their local, districted public school or private options. Today, the possibilities are many for all families in the Tampa Bay area.
Parents often ask school administrators for recommendations about summer activities for their children. While the answer varies based on the particular child in question, here are a few general suggestions about how to make the summer enjoyable, memorable, productive, and eye-opening for your child.
