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Crushing Senior Year of Homeschool

By Crystal Ladwig, Ph. D. | September 9, 2025 | Homeschool , Learn

You made it (almost)! Your child’s senior year is here. Now you can sit back and relax, right? Not so fast! Even though most homeschoolers are relatively independent by this time, there is still a lot for you to do to ensure your teen is ready for the future. Academic Completion and Documentation Your child’s

How Heavy Backpacks Can Hurt Kids Backs

By Lindsey Johnson | September 9, 2025 | Health

In the morning rush to make it to school in time, you may have grabbed your child’s backpack and realized it was unusually heavy. Backpacks today are jammed full of books, notebooks and electronic devices - how much is too much? Just How Heavy Are Those Backpacks? As expected, average backpack weight increases with age,

Fun Stay-At-Home Activities to Strengthen Your Toddler’s Motor Skills

By Taylor McLamb | September 9, 2025 | Conception 2 College , Toddler

There are many activities you can do while at home to help enhance your toddler's motor skills, which will help pave the way towards them being more independent. Every milestone is a triumph and as your child begins to advance their skills, you’ll see them improve in more ways than one – cognitively, socially and

Start off on the Right Foot: Don’t let Behavior Disrupt the School Year

By Dani Spano | September 1, 2025 | Articles , Learn

It is back to school time, and for parents of children with a history of behavioral or academic issues, this could be a cause for concern. The Florida Department of Education follows a Multi-Tiered System of Supports that helps to identify students in need of academic or behavioral support. Teachers are to regularly assess students

Skipping School: A Day of Fun or Something More Serious?

By Lindsey Johnson | August 25, 2025 | Articles , Learn , Teens

Teen life is tough. School is “boring” and teens gripe about the daily school grind. While they may rather stay in bed all day, Florida law requires regular school attendance. Some kids play hooky a few times while others are habitual offenders. Truancy TitleXLVIII of 2020 Florida Statutes states that “If a student has had

Unpacking Causes of School Anxiety

By Amelia Bowles | August 25, 2025 | Feature

While some children might experience some regular fear or nervousness surrounding the first day of school, true school anxiety is uncommon — and may require some additional help to correct. Understanding the signs and knowing ways to help can make your child’s relationship with school so much easier, allowing them to flourish in school —

What to do When They Have a Bad Report Card

By Lindsey Johnson | August 19, 2025 | Learn

The dreaded report card… it comes whether your child wants it to or not. Hopefully the results are not a surprise and you’ve been able to see some graded assignments along the way. Whether we expect it or not, it’s never easy to see struggling grades. Before you panic and worry about college and career

Send Your Kiddos Back to School With Snacks for the Brainiac

By Jessica Franklin | August 10, 2025 | Conception 2 College , Early Years

We’ve all heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” While that may not be a particularly scientific analysis, science does suggest that frequently snacking on apples can help with brain development and learning! Their richness in antioxidants protects brain cells from damaging free radicals, and they offer a healthy alternative to

Making the Most of Your Child’s IEP Meeting

By Crystal Ladwig, Ph. D. | August 3, 2025 | Special Needs

Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are required by federal law for all students receiving special education services. They outline the specific programs, services, accommodations and modifications a student will receive each year. Parental involvement in the IEP process is critical for ensuring that IEPs meet student needs. When Do IEP Meetings Occur? IEP meetings are held

Middle School Success: Getting Your Middle Schooler Prepared

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | July 23, 2025 | Conception 2 College

You have done the tours and you have met the teachers. Now, with only a few days to go until your kiddo’s first day of middle school, how do we parents make sure the transition from elementary school is a smooth one? Listen with intent Do not dismiss your child’s feelings. Going from the top

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Crushing Senior Year of Homeschool

How Heavy Backpacks Can Hurt Kids Backs

Start off on the Right Foot: Don’t let Behavior Disrupt the School Year

Skipping School: A Day of Fun or Something More Serious?

Unpacking Causes of School Anxiety

What to do When They Have a Bad Report Card

Send Your Kiddos Back to School With Snacks for the Brainiac

Making the Most of Your Child’s IEP Meeting

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