Education

Whether your child is preparing to sing their ABCs in kindergarten, getting ready to transition to middle school, or embarking on the high school years, going to a new school is never easy. Below is a timeline of dates a parent should be aware of and a checklist of important questions parents should ask school administrators when choosing a new school.  ...

If you have a high school senior in your midst who is considering going to college in fall 2022, you know that college application season is in full swing. What are some ways your teen can make sure their personal statement really stands out? Consider the traditional “Five Ws” (Who, What, When, Where, Why) when they are writing a college application essay.  ...

Akron Children’s Museum will reopen to all visitors on Friday, October 1 after temporarily closing its doors in March 2020 to adhere to the COVID-19 safety mandates. The Museum remains committed to providing a safe museum experience where children and families can learn through play. ...

Enjoy free, fun educational activities and entertainment, which is brought to you by a few crowd favorites at The Education & STEM Expo 2021 West. The event is co-presented by Ohio’s 529 Plan & Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine and will be held on Sunday, October 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crocker Park. ...

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Discover practical steps to begin exploring private schools and ways to simplify and destress in the application process from Hawken School. Visit us at the October Northeast Ohio Parent Education & STEM Expo 2021 events to learn about all the school options in the region. ...

Every student knows there is nothing better than taking a break and enjoying lunch before returning to the hustle and bustle of class — but not all students look forward to what’s served in their cafeteria. This back-to-school season, prepare your child’s lunchbox with their favorite snacks while incorporating some easy-to-prepare international cuisine to spice up their lunch and immerse your child in a new culture. ...

Being the new kid at school is a phenomenon many children will experience in their lives. Student mobility can be voluntary, especially with today’s environment and its many educational options, or involuntary, such as a change in a parent’s job or a move. Teach children to look for the new kids and reach out to them. ...

The 2021 Education Guide focuses on relevant back-to-school topics like separation anxiety, at-home STEM spaces, creative offerings for lunchboxes, welcoming the new kids at school, area open houses, homeschool events and much more. ...

Makerspaces have begun popping up in school classrooms, at libraries, and in local communities in recent years. They’ve become especially popular in science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) classrooms, but they’ve also been popping up in homes. ...