Your Child’s Ages & Stages
Each stage of your child's life has important educational milestones and questions abound. Is my child ready for preschool? How can we best prepare for our upcoming move? What classes should my high school student be taking to be college-ready? All these questions and many more can be answered simply by taking a deep breath and browsing through this section.
High School: 9th - 12th Grade
These years are so important! Ensuring that you complete a strong high school academic program is a must. It's challenging but so worth it when you start contemplating college. We have lots of resources to help you celebrate graduation day with flying colors!
Middle School 6th - 8th Grade
The middle school years are a great time to help students learn skills they will need to succeed in high school and beyond. Organization is key as they have many more teachers and classrooms. If possible, planning ahead and taking some high school level courses now allows students greater flexibility when they get to high school.
Elementary School: PreK to 5th Grade
Starting school is a whole new world. Should you send your child to preschool? How do you prepare for kindergarten registration? What should you expect during the elementary years? You'll find answers to these questions and more in this section.
Early Childhood: Birth to Three Years
These first years of your child's life are the perfect time to start them off right. Nurturing their development through this first phase is crucial for their educational growth in the years to come. Continue reading for some simple ways to give your child the best beginning.
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