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When my children were born, I expected them to all perform and act in the same manner since they had the same basic DNA. It only seemed logical. To my astonishment, their learning styles differed drastically. By trial and error, I learned my oldest learned best by doing (a kinesthetic learner), my middle child learned best by watching (visual learning),…
It’s almost time to review your child’s first report card! For many Orlando private school parents, examining their child’s report card may bring questions or anxiety if grades do not match what was anticipated. Remember to praise your child regardless of his or her grades; the effort he or she put forth must be rewarded along with the letter grade.…
Many Orlando private school parents feel intimidated by math and become incapable of teaching their children simple concepts like addition and subtraction. They do not look at life’s everyday functions as math-related, simply because these ideas were never presented to them that way. However, parents are more than capable of enhancing number skills while performing everyday activities with their children.…
In recent years, many Orlando private schools have started altering their curriculum to phase out classes such as art and music and focus more heavily on core classes such as math and reading. While some may think that art class is simply a wasted hour of directed arts and crafts, it has been proven that many of the activities children…
Although there are many debates pertaining to the necessity of school uniforms in Orlando private schools and private schools around the country, many benefits have been identified. The simplest benefit may be the fact that the student and parent both benefit from not having to debate about what will be worn to school that day. Mornings are busy enough, especially…
Eating a healthy, balanced diet is essential to anyone who wants to live a healthy lifestyle, but it is especially important for children. The foods our children eat directly influence their growth and development. Children rely on the food they are given to provide the proper nutrients their body needs to grow, such as protein for muscle development or calcium…
As a parent, picking the right school for your child to attend can be a daunting, overwhelming task. The same applies when deciding on an Orlando pre-school. While the pre-school you choose should be a fun and engaging place for your child to spend the day playing, it is also their first introduction to learning in a class environment. It…
Lake Forrest Prep administrators choose to use the SAT-10 Test for achievement testing at the elementary and middle school levels. The Orlando private school only uses the most updated version of the test which allows their students test scores to be compared to their peers at other schools around the country. By testing the achievement of students against other students…
From the moment they are born, children are learning and soaking up knowledge. This may not seem as apparent in the first few months of their lives, when all they appear to do is eat and sleep. But nonetheless, brain development and learning are indeed taking place. With that being said, it is important for parents to be aware of…
Be sure to mark your calendars for your child’s Parent Classroom Overview. During the 2nd and 3rd weeks of school, parents are invited to spend an hour with their child’s teacher to learn more about the upcoming school year. In a relaxed and informal setting, parents and teachers can easily discuss important information regarding the curriculum, routines, and expectations for their…
