Monthly Archives: September 2012

Education Nation Summit 2012: Day 2

Back for Day 2 of NBC News' Education Nation Summit 2012, the final day of this gathering of thought leaders seeking ways to solve the complex and varied issues of American education. More highlights from today's speakers and panelists: Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis talked about the importance of making sure students are coming out of school well prepared [...]

By |2023-05-21T16:22:16-04:00September 25th, 2012|Academics, Resources|1 Comment

Education Nation Summit 2012: Day 1

I spent most of today at NBC News' Education Nation 2012 Summit, which brought together educators, students, parents, elected officials, and industry and thought leaders for a solutions-focused conversation about the state of American education. Heard lots of thought-provoking and inspirational conversation about what is being done and what can be done to help our nation's children. Here are [...]

By |2023-05-21T16:22:16-04:00September 24th, 2012|Academics, Resources|3 Comments

Julian Merchant, Champion Fencer

Have to pass along this inspirational story of Julian Merchant, a New Rochelle, NY high school sophomore who is making his mark on the world of fencing. Read it here, and share with your sons. Maybe they'll want to give fencing a try! Kudos to Julian and the Merchant family, and thanks to Roy Johnson for bringing this story [...]

By |2023-05-21T16:22:17-04:00September 17th, 2012|Motivators, Sports|Comments Off on Julian Merchant, Champion Fencer

Making a Scandal a Teachable Moment

As you have probably heard, as many as 125 Harvard University students, including several varsity athletes, are alleged to have cheated on a take-home final exam in a Government course last semester. While the investigation is still underway, and no students have been sanctioned, some athletes who might be involved in the scandal are taking a leave of absence [...]

By |2023-05-21T16:22:17-04:00September 17th, 2012|Academics, Parents, Resources|Comments Off on Making a Scandal a Teachable Moment

Raising Financially Savvy Kids

How do you talk to your sons and daughters about spending and saving money? Teaching our children financial responsibility is one of the most important and beneficial things parents can do. Forbes.com's article "Raising Financially Savvy Kids", found here, features helpful teaching tips from Mary Hunt's recently released book, "Raising Financially Confident Kids". Hunt recommends starting financial conversations early, [...]

By |2023-05-21T16:22:17-04:00September 7th, 2012|Ages 13-15, Ages 16-18, Ages 8-12, Math|1 Comment

Check Out These Back-to-School Parenting Websites

As your sons (and daughters) head back to school, take a few minutes to look at these sites which are filled with interesting and useful information especially designed for parents. Bookmark the ones you like, and go back to them when you are looking for ways to inspire and help your student. Happy Browsing! FunBrain for Parents Educational games [...]

By |2023-05-21T16:22:17-04:00September 5th, 2012|Academics, Parents, Resources|1 Comment

Teach Your Children to Vote!!

As I watch the Democratic National Convention this evening, I can't help but think about the importance of encouraging our 18 year old sons and daughters to register to vote, and to make sure that they vote in the upcoming elections. We must make sure our children know the history of our struggles to obtain the right to vote, [...]

By |2023-05-21T16:22:17-04:00September 4th, 2012|Ages 16-18, College Bound Students, Parents|Comments Off on Teach Your Children to Vote!!
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