School is back in session, though it’s very different this year. For many students, field trips are one of their favorite parts of school. Check out these destinations, located throughout the state of California, yet accessible to us all through virtual field trips. Many of these museums, national parks, and historic locations offer webcams, virtual …
Education
Every child learns differently, and some kids need specialized support for the ways they learn and process information. In addition, some children have special needs beyond what a regular classroom can offer, so parents need to know all their options for finding special education resources. Learning disabilities can range from mild to severe, and there’s …
The museums and cultural institutions in and around Los Angeles may not all be able to welcome families or school field trips in person right now. However, many museums do have digital, family-friendly offerings and Virtual Field Trips, including webcams, virtual tours, videos, and much more. Here is our list of 25+ Museums In and …
An Introductory Letter is a a way for a teacher to meet a new class. Here are our tips to writing an effective, engaging “About Me” for your class.
Charter schools are tuition-free public schools, but unlike the rest of public schools, they have been formed with a Charter; that is, a philosophy, an operating agreement of sorts, that has been written by the community it will serve. There are hundreds of Charters Schools that are approved to operate within LA County, and thousands …
There are hundreds, possibly thousands of Public Schools in Los Angeles County, and we’re listing all of the 80+ School Districts here so you can find info about schools in your community. LA County is home to the 2nd largest school district in the United States: Los Angeles Unified School District, also known as LAUSD. …
The upcoming school year will look like no other. It’s going to be a learning experience for everyone involved – parents, students, and teachers. Yet, there are still things to do, actions to put into place, to make sure this school year, as it begins with Distance Learning, is a successful one for your child. …
This is a guest post by Jennifer Silva, about why she has chosen to Homeschool her son this year. All the opinions expressed are her own. She’s one half of the team behind the podcast and website Life Hacks LA. When I was in my early twenties I had the opportunity to work with children …
Updated for 2023 There are many reasons why parents choose to homeschool and it’s a very personal decision to make. As you go through the process, you’ll need to know all your options and all the rules as well as learn about all the available resources. Many parents in Los Angeles will likely consider homeschooling …
This is a sponsored post in partnership with Reading Eggs. Helping your child build reading skills is one of the most important (and most fun) parts of the job of parenting. Reading comprehension and reading fluency are the foundations of learning, so the sooner a child can learn to read well, the sooner they will …
