All children need help with school issues. Parents need to know what's really important and have a plan for homework, tests, discipline, and surprises.

Dec 1, 2009 - Harvey Craft

Academic success begins at home. Here are some home-based strategies for promoting educational success

Feb 7, 2010 - Anna Cruz

Success in school requires commitment and motivation on the part of any student. Parents, however play an important role in nurturing that success.

Aug 25, 2011 - Kathy Schlossmacher

This article continues our look at school bullying. In this article we look at some possible responses a parent can make in the schools.

Oct 16, 2011 - Ronald Williams Garcia

What is expected of foster parents? What about education and medical issues? In short, what does it take to be a successful foster parent?

Jun 5, 2010 - Robin Egerton

Many children experience difficulty going back to school. This article provides five tips to help your child successfully transition from summer to school.

Jul 9, 2011 - Stephanie Hill

When parents partner with schools--staying informed, volunteering, and attending meetings--children benefit academically and socially.

Sep 7, 2007 - Carol A. Josel

The greatest enemy of school success is lack of organization. Children thrive on the right structure and routines. Help them get organized, and watch them achieve!

Aug 2, 2009 - Victor A. Gallis

Student performance depends upon quality teaching. Teachers are responsible for more than raising test scores and they require the support of parents.

Sep 3, 2010 - Elizabeth Hannigan

The month of August can only mean that the start of school will soon be here. A lot of kids have a hard time transitioning from summer to September.

Jul 30, 2010 - Lisa Milordo

Help students learn how to use their report card as a tool to improve academic performance.

Nov 7, 2007 - Susan Carney

Are you the parent of a struggling student? Do you want to help your child succeed in school, but don't know how? Read how to get the help you need .

Nov 15, 2010 - Sharlene Scott

Parent-teacher conferences are an important form of communication between school and home so parents can help take an active role in their child's education.

Aug 21, 2009 - Deanna Lynn Sletten

Parents also need to put in some work prior to a parent-teacher conference. Many strategies are available to them to ensure good communication with the teacher.

Oct 5, 2008 - Andrea Coventry

Raising a child as a single parent is not only possible but almost certainly successful if single parents follow these 5 simple rules.

Jun 11, 2010 - Donna Shaw

Parent involvement is severely lacking at many schools and teachers need to help rectify this situation for the sake of the students.

Sep 21, 2009 - Jennifer Wagaman

Being a single parent does not limit a mom or dad from choosing to home school.

Jan 8, 2011 - Cindy Leigh

Going back to school or starting school for the first time causes anxiety in many young children. Parents can help to empower children to be confident and in control.

Aug 10, 2009 - Jocelyn Scotty

Parents need to take an active role in their child's education right from the start. A good place to begin is with the child's teacher.

Nov 16, 2010 - Lisa Milordo

Research indicates strong public support for school fundraisers even during the recent recession, but the key to success is setting the right types of goals.

Jul 26, 2009 - Michael Riley