Learning a second language has numerous benefits for individuals of all ages, but it is especially important for younger students. In today’s globalized world, the ability to communicate in more than one language is becoming increasingly essential. Here are some of the reasons why focusing on this matters for younger students: Improved Cognitive Development Research has shown that learning a…

Private schools have high expectations when it comes to hiring teachers. Private schools usually have smaller class sizes, which allows teachers to focus on each student’s individual needs. Private schools also have a reputation for providing excellent education and expect their teachers to deliver nothing but the best. Here are some characteristics that make a great private school teacher: Passionate…

February is Black History Month. Your child may already be familiar with influential figures like Dr. Martin Luther King and Rosa Parks who paved the way for the civil rights of many. However, there are several other Black leaders children can learn about to understand the history of our country and the world. Lake Forrest Preparatory School strives to include…

Research has shown that studying less may mean learning more. How? When children – and adults – take breaks while studying they retain more information. In fact, studying for 3 hours and taking a break every 30 minutes will help a student learn more than studying for 4 hours without a break. These “brain breaks” vary from student to student…

Learning compassion is a key cornerstone to being a good citizen. One way to learn compassion at an early age is by serving the community as a volunteer. Every child can benefit from volunteering, but fitting community service into an already jam-packed schedule is not easy. To that end, we offer the following simple volunteering methods for you and your…

Getting active benefits people of all ages. Studies have shown that a healthy child should exercise 30-60 minutes every day to develop a strong body and healthy habits. Your child doesn’t have to play sports to live a healthy lifestyle. While joining sports and other extracurricular activities are great ways to get active, there are many other activities your child…

Math is a subject many parents struggle with and consider something they are not using in life. When their children struggle with math, parents tend to shy away from the subject. However, math is just as fundamental as reading and writing, and for some careers, it’s essential. Here’s how you can help your child with math, even if you both…

New Year’s resolutions are not generally on the forefront of children’s minds, but your potential future leader should create short-term and long-term goals to stimulate growth. Ensure the goals you and your child create are specific and measurable. For instance, stating “I will give a speech in class” is not nearly as strong as “I will give a 5-minute speech…

Your toddler seems ready for preschool. Are you ready to let him or her go? It may not seem that important, but preschool can build a solid academic and social foundation for young children. Studies have proven children who attend preschool programs are better prepared for kindergarten than their peers who do not. Learn about five of the main benefits…