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Fact sheets and articles about middleschool, high school, homework help, and college.

Back to School for Teens

Back to school information and resources for teens and their parents.

Everyday Tactics That Will Encourage Your Teen to Read

Article: Everyday Tactics That Will Encourage Your Teen to Read

Parenting Quiz: Is Your Young Teen Ready for High School?

The leap between Junior High School/Middle School to High School is a big one. Take this simple 20 question quiz and see how prepared your teenager is and what to look for to help your teen become ready.

How to Attend a High School Parent's Night

Make a plan to get to know your teenager's teachers.

Find a Tutor for Your Teen

Article for parents of teens who need to find a tutor and/or get help with their grades.

Quiz: Is Your Teen Ready for College?

Take this 15 question quiz and find out if your teenager is ready to attend a college away from home.

5 Fundamental Reasons to Take a Look at Summer School

Summer school article for parents of teens who might need to attend summer school this year.

Empty Nest Syndrome

Any change is difficult, but this transition is often overwhelming. Here are a few tips to get you through.

From Elementary School to Middle School

Big changes that could increase your preteen's risk for drug use.

Get Your Teen Ready to Go Back to School in 5 Trouble-free Steps

Articles to get your teen ready for back to school.

School Violence Poll: Zero Tolerance?

Should all schools adopt a zero-tolerance policy towards any type of violence? While the safety and security of our children is of the utmost importance, is it pausible to write off any child who gets a little angry and makes a mistake? Does zero tolerance go too far? Give your opinion here.

Tips On Getting Your Teen To Do Their Homework...

While keeping your sanity! Yes, it really is possible. Incorporate some of these tips into your family's routine.

College Searching? A Tip to Curb Binge Drinking

What to ask about binge drinking when checking out a college.

Teaching Teens About LDs

Facts that will help a teen who has a learning disability deal with self-image, getting along with peers socially and bullying. Article by About.com's Guide to Learning Disabilities, Ann Logsdon.
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