There are simple ways to ensure that your child’s first days in kindergarten will establish strong habits for learning, growth and fun.
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Building Bridges: Forging Lasting Bonds Within Your Child’s Private School Community
Whether you chaperone a field trip or help with a Halloween celebration, “Each act of volunteerism allows the parents to view a slice of their child’s life, make friendships in the community, and feel gratitude for the many wonderful gifts that their children are receiving.”
Navigating Preschool
While every kid has their own needs, strengths and challenges, early education specialists from across Boulder County have tips for ensuring that preschool is a success for all kinds of learners.
World View for Students With the International Baccalaureate Program
The International Baccalaureate is an important part of the middle school program at Boulder County Day School.
Charter Schools Chalk Up Academic Options
Students opting for a charter school often get a more rigorous, focused education that gives them extras in anything from technology to art or math.
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Religious School Investment
For devout families, there are profound benefits to religious school education, and those benefits are even greater when parents are participatory and engaged.
Unique Opportunities to Help Support Area Students
A few organizations are already in full swing getting ready for the year in the hopes of helping those a little less fortunate get a quality education. Among others these include Impact on Education, a nonprofit foundation supporting Boulder Valley public schools; A Precious Child in Broomfield, supporting children across the Denver Metro area; and the Longmont Dairy’s Milk Caps for Mooola program, supporting more than 400 schools within the company’s delivery area.
Expanding Horizons with Academic and Leadership Programs this Summer
While traditional summer camps have tended to offer a more outdoorsy break after months in the classroom, a new wave of academic and leadership programs have emerged to help students carry on the learning they receive year-round.
How to Help Children Build a Growth Mindset
A new year is a perfect time to consider the habits you want to keep and the ones you’d like to develop. One resolution to consider is helping your children develop a growth mindset this year.
Early Education: Why Summer Camps Are So Beneficial for Preschoolers
Parents in Boulder County have plenty of options when it comes to connecting their preschoolers with summer camp environments that cater to this unique time in a child’s life.
School Choice: What You Need to Know About Open Enrollment in Colorado
What does School Choice really mean, and how does it work in Colorado? Here, Boulder County school officials answer popular questions.
Choosing a Private School for Your Child
For many parents, choosing the right private school for their child can be difficult. We share some wise thoughts from a private school administrator and a parent of kids in private school that might help clear a path for your family’s journey into private education.
Fun Ways to Keep Kids Active All Winter
Here are some creative ways to inspire play in your children as temperatures cool down and the holidays ramp up.
What to Look For in a Preschool
If you decide to enroll your child in preschool, there are a few key things to consider to find the right program and environment.
Moving with Kids?
Colorado families are lucky to have the flexibility of school choice, but where you live still impacts your school options. Here’s how to learn about the schools in your new area.