Tips for Helping Your Child With Homework: A Parent’s Guide
Helping your child succeed with homework can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can make a big difference. This comprehensive parent’s guide provides subject-specific tips to support your child in math, language arts, science, and more. Learn how to create an effective homework routine, motivate your child, and build skills for academic success, […]
Can My Children Learn a New Language If We Don’t Speak It at Home?
Author: Lola Gueguen If you’ve ever wondered, “Can my child really learn a new language if we don’t speak it at home,” the answer is yes. Children are remarkably capable of acquiring new languages in immersive bilingual settings, even when the language isn’t spoken at home. While you may notice moments of language “mixing,” where […]
Understanding Your Child’s First Round of Evaluations
Author: Lola Gueguen The first round of evaluations can feel daunting for both students and families. As parents, you may find yourself wondering: What exactly are these evaluations? How should I interpret the results? What do they mean for my child? It’s natural to feel uncertain when you first receive your child’s scores. The purpose of […]
La Semaine Du Goût at FAA
During October, in French schools throughout the world, students participated in a uniquely French cultural experience: tasting, exploring, enjoying, and experimenting with food during “La Semaine Du Goût”. What is La Semaine Du Goût? The “week of flavor” started out as a single day on October 15 1990, when schools and chefs in Paris collaborated […]
Finding the Right Balance: How Purposeful Homework Supports Learning and Family Involvement
Author: Lola Gueguen Homework is one of the most debated topics in education today, with ongoing questions about whether students are being asked to do too much or too little after school. Some are concerned about its impact on young learners. Excessive homework may interfere with a child’s rest, play, and overall well-being, ultimately undermining the […]
3rd Grade Student Art Exhibit on Display at Liberty State Park Nature Center
The third-grade students have spent the spring confronting an uncomfortable truth: the ocean is drowning in plastic. As part of the school’s Water Day, the students undertook an ambitious project that combined science, research, and sculpture to raise awareness about marine pollution. It began with plastic collected from their homes, families, neighbors, other students, and […]
