Education

The October 2018 issue of Northeast Ohio Parent is on newsstands, but the easiest way to check it out is by viewing our digital issue. This month, we focus on fall fun and offer some inspiration for those still searching for the perfect costume for their kids or family. Also, find articles on education, health, family fun, and more. ...

Reading books with your preschooler is one of the best ways to increase language and pre-literacy skills. Make the most of reading time by making it interactive — turn it into a conversation by discussing the characters, pictures, feelings, and any new vocabulary in the story. ...

Nestled on a 93-acre campus in North Ridgeville, Lake Ridge Academy is the only independent K-12 school on Cleveland’s west side. Its students travel from 40 towns to receive an exceptional college preparatory education and join the school's caring community. ...

The September issue of Northeast Ohio Parent includes a special pull-out Education Guide, which features articles for every school age and stage, as well as the first installment in a two-part series on school safety, plus quick and healthy meal ideas kids and parents will love. ...

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Hear and learn from dozens of area schools offering a wide variety of options for public and private school education at this free event, taking place from 10 a.m. to ​2​ p.m. at the Nautica Entertainment Complex on the West Bank of the Flats in Cleveland. The event also will include ​activities, raffle giveaways, crafts, break out sessions for parents, and discounted admission to nearby attractions. ...

The Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage is now accepting applications for its annual Stop the Hate Youth Speak Out essay writing contest, which focuses on students in grades sixth through 12th speaking out in support of diversity and inclusion. ...

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Up until now, it was believed that children needed to sit still in order to concentrate and succeed in school. Experts today find that kids are not wired to sit all day long. Instead, they benefit from breaks during which they are moving to help energize their brain and be more productive. Because of this latest information, classrooms look very different than in previous generations as educators turn to innovative approaches to help children learn. ...