Students and first-time renters urged to do their homework The school year is winding down quickly, and graduations are on the horizon. Many college students — and some high school students — will be searching for apartments or rental properties for the summer months and beyond. Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) offers tips for first-time … [Read more...]
Message to the Parents:
Parents are the First Teachers and Home the First School
Practical advice from education experts enabling parents to assist with their children’s learning; how-to tips for preparing preschoolers and supporting older children’s school experience; help navigating school bureaucracies; historical perspectives on cultural factors of particular interest to African Americans; all with the intent of helping reduce the state’s unacceptable educational achievement gaps
New scholarship opportunity removes barrier for homeless students in Twin Cities
As the cost of college grows, research shows that so does the number of hungry and homeless students at colleges and universities across the country. Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless is offering 10, $2,000 scholarships for the 2018-2019 school year to Minneapolis Community and Technical College (MCTC) students who are currently homeless or have experienced … [Read more...]
Four ways you can help your child deal with stress
Adults often complain they are “stressed out.” Increasingly, statistics show American children are stressed out as well, and the effects on their health, emotional state, and cognitive ability can be significant. It’s well-documented that adult stress can lead to serious illnesses. But many researchers believe that ongoing stress during childhood — from poverty, parents … [Read more...]
Help your child get college-ready
Taking steps to help your child prepare for college can be overwhelming for parents. From visiting schools to taking entrance exams, it can be a costly experience, but with some early planning and parental guidance, your child can be set to take the leap in a timely manner. Here are some things to consider to ensure your child is ready for higher education. College … [Read more...]
Five reasons pre-school years are a prime time for learning
Much of the discussion about education focuses on the K-12 years, but some early childhood education experts suggest serious learning can start even earlier and pay dividends for the child in years to come. “Young children have the capacity at a very young age to be academically challenged, and we need to educate them strongly during those years instead of waiting until they … [Read more...]