LFPS Word Market

Calling all parts of speech. . . It’s time for the LFPS Annual Word Market! On March 25th, our 1st-5th graders will be ready to shop for words!   The Word Market is a day-long event that increases students’ knowledge of English grammar, builds team spirit, and creates healthy competition. During the Word Market, teams of student shoppers buy (with Word…

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3 Reasons to Enroll Your Child in an Orlando Private School

Many parents realize enrolling their child into an Orlando private school provides an academic advantage over a public school education. However, they may not act on that information because they do not understand why a private education is superior. Below are four solid examples of how a private school education outstrips public education. Parental Involvement: Parents volunteer more frequently when…

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Valentine’s Day for Children

Saint Valentine was a priest who lived in the third century, a time when Emperor Claudius determined unmarried Roman soldiers performed better on the battlefield than their married counterparts since they were not worried about leaving a widow and fatherless children if they met their demise. Valentine was dismayed at this broach of civility and secretly married soldiers to their…

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What Makes a Great Private School Teacher?

A school is only as good as its teachers, and the talent exerted by those dedicated individuals reflects favorably on their institution. Private-school teachers are often those who are innovative in their teaching approach and accept challenges and change outside the realm of a public classroom like the Orlando private school leaders at Lake Forrest Preparatory School. Private schools are…

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Parents Helping Children at Home with Their Homework and Studies

The new year has begun with its promise of a fresh start. Begin the school semester with a homework routine that enriches and enhances study time. Following these parameters by the Orlando preparatory school leaders will keep homework on track and easier to manage. My children walk through the front door from school with one thought on their minds: food.…

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Private School Enrollment Increases in Florida

A recent report by the Florida Department of Education concerning private schools showed surprising – and almost conflicting – results. For instance, while the number of students enrolled in public schools increased this year, enrollment is down from 10 years ago. Looking at graphs does not answer the question as easily as recognizing the impact of the national and state…

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The History and Value of Christmas

Christmas is considered the favorite time of year for almost all children, and with good reason. The joy of seeing family and friends over the holidays, the giving of gifts, the parties and events and a visit from Santa Claus are reasons to celebrate; the combination is nothing short of incredible. Surprisingly, many of the stories surrounding Santa Claus are…

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