Insider tricks for assessing preschools
Our resident school-choice expert offers deal-breakers and red flags on assessing preschools from a distance.
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How to choose the right high school
Learn the three things to look for in a great high school.
How important is class size?
Class size is one of many factors to consider when choosing or evaluating a school.
Switch schools or stay?
One mother grapples with transferring her kindergarten daughter to a new school.
A guide to private schools
In the world of school choice, private schools are a viable option (even when you think it's not).
The top-five reasons to avoid a high school
High schools don't post banners announcing when they are failing. So how are parents supposed to know which ones aren't doing their job?
Searching for security
How do you know if a school is safe? Pretty paint jobs won't tell you! Let these six steps help you research the most fundamental issue for every school.
When "only the best" backfires
Why the most competitive high school may not be right for your teen.
The mystery of Renaissance Academy
What magic formula makes this school succeed where so many others fail?
The ABCs of picking a preschool
"But they're so little!" Ready to send your wee one to school? Keep panic at bay by learning why preschool's worthwhile, how to find the perfect one, and mistakes to avoid.
