Partnering for Student Success
Current Research on Student Achievement
- This site highlights the link between fine arts in school and student outcomes. www.newbedford.k12.ma.us
- This site focuses on technology and student achievement.http://www.k12hsn.org
- Parenting in a digital world www.commonsense.org
Homework/Curriculum Assistance/Guidelines Per Grade Level
- http://www.nea.org/tools/16938.htm
- Harris Cooper, a Duke University professor is considered an expert in the area of homework for elementary and secondary students. http://www.sedl.org/pubs/sedl-letter/v20n02/homework.html
- Literacy tips & resources to help your child succeed in reading & writing.www.readingrockets.org
- Literacy articles about reading based on the student’s age. http://www.scholastic.com/parents/
- Bilingual site http://www.colorincolorado.org/families/
Social/Emotional Learning
- Simple and Practical Tips to Help in Parenting www.loveandlogic.com/tips.aspx
- Proactive tips to make parenting easier www.ahaparenting.com
Bullying
- This is a comprehensive website with information for parents and any interested party on bullying and anti-bullying initiatives. http://www.stopbullying.gov/index.html
- NCPC, the National Crime Prevention Council, created this website with information on bullying, cell phone safety, cyberbullying, and almost every safety issue that is of concern to parents. https://www.ncpc.org/resources/cyberbullying/bullying-and-intimidation/
- Note that WDMCS subscribes to GAPRA/a way through. Contact your school counselor for more information. http://www.awaythrough.com
Nutrition
- Pediatric nutrition information. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/childnutrition.html
- Guidelines for a healthy diet for children. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/nutrition-for-kids/NU00606
- This website is a valuable resource for both parents and children with information on developmental milestones and maintaining good health. http://m.kidshealth.org/kid/index.jsp?m=y&tracking=M_K_Home
Financial Tips
- 20 Things Kids Need to Know to Live Financially Smart Lives www.moneyasyougrow.org