Elementary School - Philadelphia, PA

Summer Writing: Make it fun!

Your child can explore the joys of writing this summer with your support if you write together as a family and share your work.

Tips for retaining school skills

Learning moments abound during daily activities outside of school. Use these opportunities to hang on to reading, writing and math skills over the summer and get a jump on next term.

Prepare for Your Child’s Transition to Adulthood

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that once a child with special needs turns 16, her Individualized Education Program (IEP) must include a discussion about transition services.

Beyond Learning Differences

If you suspect your child has a learning difference, the best place to start is by seeking the opinion of a medical or educational professional.

Online Therapy Connects Pediatric Patients to Services

Online therapy services provides pediatric occupational, speech and behavioral services from the convenience of home.

How Do Kids Benefit from Language-Immersion Programs?

Bilingual education opens new avenues for students, including enhanced problem-solving and executive-functioning skills as well as new career paths.

Hands-on Learning in Montessori Schools

Instead of worksheets and pencils, Montessori classrooms offer children opportunities to learn through touching and doing.

Design Thinking

This innovative problem-solving method teaches kids empathy and expands their creativity.

A Look Inside Today's Catholic Schools

A Catholic school education might evoke images of rote lessons in reading, writing and arithmetic, with little room for personal exploration. But times have changed, and so have Catholic schools.

Choose a School: Public, Private, Charter

What type of school would be best for your child? Learn the pros and cons of charter, public and private schools.

What Is Dyscalculia?

Lots of kids struggle with math, but significant difficulties may indicate a learning disability called dyscalculia. Find out what it is and how to help.

The Law Requires School Districts to Identify Students with Special Needs

If your child has a special need that interferes with his education, the school district is obligated by the Child Find mandate to identify and support that need.

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