Most Recent Education Articles
Your Child receives a Disability Diagnosis: Now What?
There is no way to be prepared for the mix of emotions that are felt when your child is given a medical diagnosis, especially one you are not familiar with and especially when the diagnosis is defined as a disability. Read more
A Few Things To Consider When Choosing A Catholic School Education
Choosing a Catholic school for your children can provide a unique educational experience that goes beyond academics. Here are some aspects to consider: Read more
Monterey County Recommended Preschools
If you’re on the hunt for a preschool for your child, we have some great options for you. Most preschools are now taking reservations for the 2024-25 school year so be sure to start the process early so you aren’t disappointed. Read more
Going Public: Monterey County Options for a Public School Education
One of the biggest decisions parents make is where their child will attend school. For most families the default is public school and in Monterey County we have some excellent options. Read more
Fast Start: Tips for getting the school year off on the right foot!
With the right preparation and support, your child can start the new school year feeling confident, motivated, and ready to learn. Here are seven tips to help parents get their kids ready for the new school year. Read more
5 Great Back-To-School Apps
Here are six free apps that can support your kids’ learning. Download the applicable ones and test them before your kids return to school this month. Read more
Understanding Your Kids’ Learning Styles
Researchers have discovered four major learning styles: visual, auditory, reading/writing, and kinesthetic. Below are brief descriptions of each learning style and how you can tailor your homework help. Read more
Welcome to The Sandbox–Where Monterey Teachers Go To Play
Inside you’ll find colorful stacks of supplies chosen specifically for the STEM and STEAM activities Mary loves. You’ve entered “The Sandbox,” where area teachers are welcome to take whatever they need for their classrooms at no cost. Read more
Monterey County Home Grown Teachers
Meet four teachers who grew up in Monterey County and are now teaching in local schools. Read more
Media Literacy: Why It's So Important for Our Children
The field of media literacy – the ability to access, analyze, and evaluate media in various forms–has become a necessary pillar of the curriculum. It teaches students to analyze the information they receive. Read more
Tips on Helping Your Kids Finish the Year Strong
We’re near the end of another school year, but that doesn’t mean it’s time for you or your child to check out. This is a great time to help refuel your kid’s energy to finish the year strong. Read more
Take our Tour of Preschool Philosophies
Your toddler is getting older and ready to start school for the first time. How do you know which program is best for your child, especially with so many Monterey County options available? Read more
Time for Preschool!
How to tell if your child is ready for preschool and how to set them up for success. Read more
Keep the Kids Learning During the Holiday Season
November marks the start of a flurry of school breaks and holiday gatherings, and that can mean headaches before happenings. This year, plan to leverage your child’s innate curiosity and desire to be useful to keep them learning at home. Read more
School Registration 101
Registering your children for transitional kindergarten or kindergarten isn’t as daunting as you might think. Read more
10 Tips on How to Reduce the Stress of Homework
If your child was consistently stressed or frustrated with his/her homework last year, consider taking a look at their homework routine. Sometimes a little adjustment will make a huge difference. Read more
Star Gazing in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties
Here are a few fascinating and fun activities and classes in the Monterey Bay area that will familiarize children (and their parents!) with the cosmic night sky. Read more
What Type of School is Best for Your Child?
The types of schools available to your child and local options for children in Monterey and Santa Cruz County. Read more
Ten Easy Ways to Help the New Kid in School
Being the new kid in school is a phenomenon that many kids will experience in their lives. Read more
At-Home Fun for Kids
Continuing to spend more time at home with the kids? The Exploratorium, San Francisco’s iconic museum of art, science, and human perception, brings you their vast collection of at-home activities to feed your curiosity. Read more