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APS Report Card

The latest report card for Atlanta Public Schools? Not great. Results for the 2022 NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress) show Atlanta Public Schools had decreases in proficiency and average scale scores in both math and reading.

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Susie's Snapshot: Study Skills and Habits

To boost your child’s study skills, you’ll need to take a holistic approach to strengthening the tools that keep them on task, on time with all the supplies they need to stay focused when doing homework or studying for a test. Although motivation certainly plays a role, it’s essential to remember that “action sparks motivation;” not the other way around. Start with these basic tips to prepare your student to fully engage in their studies.

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10 Back-to-School Tips to Help Your Early Learner Succeed

With some schools around the country reopening in mid-August, many of us are already seeing ads for school supplies, backpacks, lunchboxes, and fall clothes. For some families, the return to school comes with a sense of excitement for familiar faces, new friends, the challenge of new classes, and participation in sports and other extracurricular activities. But for others, the return to homework, standardized tests, and projects can come with anxiety.

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7 Tips to Make Homework Easier

You’re not alone if the word “homework” conjures images of avoidance, tears and frustration. As a parent, it’s tough to find a happy medium between “nagging” your student to complete even the simplest assignments on time and feeling compassion for their struggles to learn, understand and stay focused. We’ve got 7 tips to help you get a head start on the new school year, make homework easier and reduce frustration for the entire family.

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7 Ways to Keep Kids’ Brains Sharp This Summer

While play is certainly an important part of any child’s (or teen’s) summer, too much freedom or lack of any routine can sometimes be detrimental. For parents who are also trying to keep their kids’ brains engaged to reduce the impact of the “Summer Slide”—the significant learning loss that occurs over the summer break, we’ve got some recommendations.

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