Your Guide to Parent-Teacher Meetings
Your Guide to Parent-Teacher Meetings

At Lake Forrest Prep, we feel that communication between parents and teachers is essential! That’s why families can pick their children up every day in the classroom. Parent-teacher conferences are just one more way to get to know your child’s teacher. If you’re nervous about attending the first one of the year, you’re not alone. These conferences at your Orlando…

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Weathering the Storm: Teach Your Kids About Hurricanes
Weathering the Storm: Teach Your Kids About Hurricanes

Living in Orlando has a lot of benefits. We have wonderful weather almost year-round, the beach is always close by, and it’s always easy to find something to keep the entire family entertained. However, as much we love this city, there’s one risk we all have to accept: hurricane season. For young children, hurricanes and tropical storms can be a…

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Be More Than a Bystander: Stopping Bullying
Be More Than a Bystander: Stopping Bullying

Bullying is no joke. Each year, countless kids are bullied at school, in afterschool programs, and even on public playgrounds. With bullying becoming such a prominent problem for students in both public and private schools in Orlando, it’s more important than ever to step off the sidelines and become proactive. As a parent, you always want your child to feel…

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Your Guide to After School Activities
Your Guide to After School Activities

The start of the year at your child’s Orlando private school is the perfect time to get them involved in new extracurricular activities. They’ll have fun, learn new skills, and build a strong, varied social circle with classmates they may not otherwise interact with. However, as a parent, it’s important that you decide which activities they get involved in. Striking…

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3 Healthy Back-to-School Lunch Ideas
3 Healthy Back-to-School Lunch Ideas

There’s no denying that healthy foods are essential for your child’s development and academic performance at their private school in Orlando. For most parents, packing lunches every day throughout the school year can be a challenging task. After all, a balanced meal is important, but between work, extracurricular activities, and your child’s busy schedule, finding the time to prepare healthy…

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Dealing With School Anxiety in Young Children

Heading back to school after summer break means meeting a new teacher, making new friends, and sometimes transitioning to a new school building. Young children may find this process a bit scary and intimidating. Our staff recognizes that school anxiety in young children can be a real issue, here are a few tips parents can utilize to help their little…

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The Importance of Summer Camps
The Importance of Summer Camps

Summer is finally here, and finding a way to keep your kids entertained throughout the summer months can be a challenge. While it’s easy to let kids spend hours watching television or playing video games, it’s not the only option. In fact, when it comes to keeping your kids engaged and excited about being on vacation from their Orlando private…

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