The Spark Effect: 10 Ways to Help Children Discover and Explore Their Passions
Anyone who has tried to start a campfire knows it doesn’t just happen. Ask any Scout, and they’ll tell you that there are a few things you need: heat, fuel, and oxygen. For the campfire novices, this means that you’ll need your kindling for the fire (logs, newspaper, or the paper plate from your hot […]
More Than the Mile: The Benefits of Physical Education for Children
When you think of physical education, you might picture gym shorts, fitness exams, and the dreaded mile run. But according to our Atlanta elementary and middle school P.E. teachers, there is so much more to it than those things, and its benefits extend far beyond those of simply being physically ‘fit.’ When children participate in […]
Does enrolling your child in a private kindergarten school build them a better foundation for learning?
The education of children is a top priority for most parents. As a child gets close to school age, the question of where the child will attend school arises. Wanting the best for your child, you may consider a private school. But, you may wonder if a private school is worth it. Will a private […]
Playing with Purpose: How Socialization Provides the Building Blocks for Your Child’s Future
From the moment they were born, your child has been honing and improving their socialization skills. Each conversation and interaction is processed and stored in your child’s mind, influencing their thoughts and communication. Family relationships do a great job of modeling socialization techniques to children. Eventually, however, they’ll be ready for new lessons that must […]
Nine Long-Term Benefits of Teaching Spanish to Children
Perhaps you’ve marveled at your child’s ability to quickly memorize a poem for school, pick up a new skill, or spout a plethora of obscure facts about their favorite movie. You may have even found yourself thinking, “I could never do that!”. It’s true, children are at an advantage when it comes to learning. A […]
How can children benefit from learning a second language in a private school?
Children learn a lot during their school years. Are there benefits to having a second language be one of the things they fit into their education? Some of our readers share their insight about the benefits of learning a second language at a private school. Keep reading to have a better understanding about whether or […]
Building a Firm Foundation: The Importance of Bible Study for Children
Our Atlanta Christian school teachers know that helping children build a firm foundation of faith is essential to navigating a world full of conflicting worldviews, distractions, and temptations. However, we believe that the study of the Bible is more than a subject taught in private school classrooms or at church on Sunday. It applies to […]
Is Your Child’s Learning Environment All it Should Be?
You’ve probably seen the stereotypical movie classroom scene. Paper airplanes soar through the air, notes are passed back and forth, the student in the corner blows a giant bubble and ends up with sticky pink gum plastered to her face. Meanwhile, the teacher rambles on at the blackboard, unaware or unfazed by the complete lack […]
How can Christian school teachers instill values and encourage their students to follow Christian living?
Simply attending a Christian school will not instill Christian values into a student. What can teachers at Christian schools do to help encourage their students to follow Christian living? How can they ensure values are being imparted on the youth? Some of our readers had some ideas for teachers, or anyone who has an influential […]