A school supply list to get you started
Keep this checklist handy to make your back-to-school shopping as easy as A, B, C.
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Public vs. private vs. charter schools
In the often overwhelming world of school choice, there are public, private, and charters. How do you decide which type of school is right for your child?
Should I send my child to a private school?
Expensive and elitist? Smaller classrooms and a better education? Maybe, maybe not. Get the lowdown on a private school education.
10 fastest falling California school districts (2012)
The past three years have been tough for these 10 school districts, which have seen their test scores and GreatSchools Ratings fall faster than any other district in the state.
7 secrets of highly successful school lunches
Stuck in a school lunch rut? Try these seven easy secrets to school lunch success.
How to improve your school's lunch program
Tired of seeing chicken nuggets, tater tots, and chocolate milk on the school lunch menu? Here are seven simple steps to give your school cafeteria a healthy makeover.
How to get extra help from the school
If your child is struggling at school, here's how to get him help.
Facts (and fiction) about school test scores
They're never the whole story, but test scores do offer important information about a school. If you know how to dig deeper.
How we calculated these lists: 2012 test score trends using GreatSchools Ratings for California public schools
Have you seen our lists of most improved elementary, middle, and high schools for 2012? How about the top scoring, bottom scoring, most improved, and fastest falling school districts? Here's how we calculated these lists.
Start the School Year Right: Tips From Our Experts
Whether it's finding more time for family activities or getting better organized for school, the start of a new school year is a good time to rethink and plan ahead.
