Parents

From communication to connection: Why schools must move beyond information to involvement

There was a moment recently when I realized something uncomfortable about the way we communicate in schools. We were sending…

5 days ago

Parent Expectations Are Reshaping K-12 Education

Parent expectations in K-12 education are changing rapidly as technology, transparency, and access to information reshape how families engage with…

2 weeks ago

Social Media and Screen Addiction: A Growing Threat to Youth Mental Health

Teens4TeensHelp.org is a free online resource that features teen voices and stories of recovery to help other teens facing mental…

9 months ago

More Power to Teachers, More Connection with Parents: Our Communications Success Story

Until last year, our district relied on a legacy platform for sharing school-related information. We eventually recognized the significant limitations…

10 months ago

How Families, Educators, and Districts Can Prepare for a Successful Year

As summer hits its peak, the hum of back-to-school preparation begins to rise. While students and families may still be…

10 months ago

Why After-School Programs Are Essential for Students, Families, and Schools

As the American workday remains essentially unchanged, the traditional school day ends long before most parents clock out. This gap—often…

10 months ago

Why Summer Field Trips Are a Big Win for Little Learners

There’s something magical about a school bus pulling into the zoo on a sunny summer morning or a child skipping…

11 months ago

A Middle School Teacher’s Guide to Family Summer Book Clubs

Every summer, I send my students off with a smile, a high five, and a list of recommended reads—not just…

11 months ago

Fighting Absenteeism with AI and EdTech

In the modern classroom, every minute counts. Attendance isn’t just a bureaucratic task; it’s a foundational measure of student engagement…

12 months ago

How to Plan Your Visit to a College Campus

Welcome to edCircuit’s guide on how to plan your visit to a college campus! As you embark on your journey…

1 year ago