By Sheila Cosgrove and Susan Flowers

There are many elements that contribute to your child’s educational success—finding the right school, building a strong relationship with their teachers and even encouraging their participation in extracurricular activities. But one of the most important components of a thriving educational career is the establishment of good study habits.

By Sheila Dayton and Everett Catts

When we think of education, we often picture a classroom full of students sitting at their desks, watching with various levels of interest as a teacher stands in front of the blackboard discussing the day’s lesson.

By Michelle Bourg

Attending college has long been a cornerstone of the American dream, and the majority of students hope to do so. But the path to getting there is a winding and long one: educators and college admissions officers recommend that planning for college begin when a child reaches sixth grade. For modern families, the three keys to navigating the path to college successfully are being proactive, organizational and communicative.

By E. Marcel Pourtout

Standardized tests are a fact of life for children in both public and independent schools. A standardized test is one that is administered and graded in a consistent manner, usually given to students across an entire school or school system or even nationally, as opposed to one created by a teacher for a specific class.

By E. Marcel Pourtout and Michelle Bourg

As the old saying goes, “Nothing is constant except change.” All change requires some adjustment, and transitioning to a new school is right up at the top of the list. It’s a difficult time for children, who thrive on routine and have fewer coping skills than adults.