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Moving to MA from Europe. Any advice on schools and programs that could help our 3 kids best learn English?


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Anonymous January 9, 2010


Our kids have a fair level of English, but are French native speakers. We are interested in public schools that have an ESOL and/or French program... More » 

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michellea January 11, 2010


Just found a couple of other alternatives: Milton Ma has a full French imersion program. Milton is a diverse community,... More »

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cheval January 12, 2010


Hi Michellea. Thank you so much for your two replies. Very informative, and very helpful. The private schools are not... More »

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How is the Special Education Department in Clarence rated?


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Lisasch January 4, 2010


How is the Special Education Department in Clarence rated?

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healthy11 January 5, 2010


Hi. I'm not from MA, but I have a child with special ed needs. I've learned is that certain schools may be more knowledgeable/better... More »

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What preschool do you think is great in Malden? Why?


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chrispix August 14, 2008


What preschool do you think is great in Malden? Why?

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dhmanse December 19, 2009


My son goes to Rockland Montessori. I chose Montessori over other schools in the area after I learned that they have well-balanced... More »

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Does anyone have anwers in helping with bullying


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Anonymous December 16, 2009


Does anyone have anwers in helping with bullying

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tjlove December 16, 2009


What are the specifics of your situation? We have a lot of articles on the subject and many past discussions. If you click... More »

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therapist December 16, 2009


I believe in putting it on the table, nothing is ever resolved when it is simmering below the surface with any age child-or... More »

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How did you choose a preschool in Milton?


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tjlove August 14, 2008


How did you choose a preschool in Milton?

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pchunta December 11, 2009


Please see the milton foundation for education website? I visited several and decided to go with the Center School on... More »

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What preschool do you think is great in Ashland? Why?


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chrispix August 14, 2008


What preschool do you think is great in Ashland? Why?

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cboccuzzi December 3, 2009


I have had experiences with 3 preschools in Ashland. Ashland Preschool, Adventures in Learning and Little Folk Farm.... More »

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pull-out or inclusion...?


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johnnysmom November 16, 2009


Hi all, My son is in 2nd grade, his 2nd year on an IEP. I have him pulled out for speech and language, but am hearing that the one boy... More » 

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woeisI November 20, 2009


I have been opposed to inclusion programs for a long time. Who is being helped when a child who is having difficulty... More »

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VDwight December 2, 2009


I think that it really depends what the SLP is working on with your son (ie, is it articulation, pragmatics, social skills,... More »

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How do public and private schools compare in Beverly?


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kkornas August 14, 2008


How do public and private schools compare in Beverly?

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woeisI December 2, 2009


I would advise that you inspect both private and public yourself. Sit in on classes, talk to teachers and principals.... More »

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chatter box


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johnnysmom November 29, 2009


I have a son, age 5 that talks/makes noise incessantly. I notice it at home, and his preschool teachers have mentioned the same. Is there an underlying... More » 

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johnnysmom November 29, 2009


The scary thing is, I've mentioned my son's "tics" (rapid eyeblinking) to my pediatrician and was advised that it is a... More »

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healthy11 November 29, 2009


I don't know how long you've been seeing that doctor, but I'd consider getting a second opinion from another pediatrician.... More »

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I am concerned about a math program currently being used in elementary schools in my city. It is called


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woeisI November 27, 2009


Everday Math. Many children are developing math problems because of it. Has anyone else had experience with this or another programs known as TERC?

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healthy11 November 27, 2009


My son's elementary school used University of Chicago's Everyday Math. While use of hands-on manipulatives are a nice... More »

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woeisI November 28, 2009


Unfortunately, the problems you have experienced with Everyday Math are all too common. When children don't master the... More »

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