Many parents have heard of a 504 school plan but they may be unsure of what they are or how they can help a child succeed in school. We’re here to help clear up the confusion! At a high level, a 504 school plan identifies accommodations a child with a disability needs to fully participate in the classroom. A 504 plan is different from an I... Read More
Have you ever wondered what teachers wish parents knew that would help them be successful in the classroom? So did we! So Beenke reached to our teacher friends and read through tons of education blogs. We started to notice some interesting trends. We put it all together and came up with a list of five things teachers really want you to know in orde.... Read More
Whether you've made the final decision to homeschool or you're still considering it as an option, here are some homeschooling curriculum resources to offer help and guidance. Homeschool Curriculum Reviews Find out what other homeschoolers think of homeschool curriculum before you buy - what worked and what didn't. The Homeschool Mom’s curricu.... Read More
Homeschooling is legal throughout the United States. Keep in mind though that each state is free to create its own legal structure for home education, so one state’s homeschooling laws can be very different from another’s. Which State Law Should You Follow? The law of the state in which you are physically present. Why Is that? When you and your .... Read More
Personalized learning describes a methodology, not just a set of goals. At it’s core it consists of offering different lessons for students that are at different skill levels, and allowing students to learn at their own pace. Personalized learning is an alternative to the “one-size-fits all” model of schooling. The general goal is to make individu.... Read More
Montessori education is an educational approach developed by Italian physician and educator Maria Montessori. Montessori developed many of her ideas while working with mentally challenged children. Her approach is characterized by an emphasis on independence and respect for a child's natural psychological, physical, and social development. The Mon.... Read More