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𝓒𝓸𝓵𝓵𝓮𝓰𝓮 𝓢𝓪𝓿𝓲𝓷𝓰𝓼 𝓜𝓸𝓷𝓽𝓱 - 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝟱𝟮𝟵 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀 Not only are our grandparents a cornerstone of our lives, and our children's lives, but they're increasingly playing a vital role in their grandchildren's ability to afford to go to college. Let's explore the pros and cons of grandparent-owned 529 plans and how to use them strategically. Read Here: https://lnkd.in/gvtprPUk Read Her

Want to choose what Duval County school your child goes to next year? Here’s what you need to know

Navigating school choices in Metro Atlanta? We've got you covered! Check out our latest blog post where we delve into the top-rated schools in the area, as recognized by GreatSchools.org. Discover schools that excel academically and provide enriching environments for students to thrive. Whether you're moving to the area or considering a switch, this guide is a must-read for families prioritizing high educational standards. Click here to learn more and find the perfect school for your family! https://lnkd.in/eaqDU-r9

Can we talk a minute about the state of public schools in Ontario? I've been lucky to be taught by some incredible teachers growing up, and my daughter has also had some incredible teachers in the public school system. However, the physical condition of public schools has been degrading severely. After successive failures of governments to maintain schools - there is now a $16.8 BILLION backlog of maintenance that now has to occur in Ontario. When we consider how old some schools are in Toronto, and that weather is only going to get more extreme - schools will get hotter in the spring/summer months, face poor air quality, experience heavier rainfall, etc. - schools desperately need upgrades. This week, there were two days of severe rainstorms. Parkdale-High Park MPP Bhutila Karpoche chronicled her visit to Humberside Collegiate for a talk with grade 10 students, and was met with dripping ceilings and basement flooding - a huge health and safety risk and a regular occurrence at the school by the sounds of it. https://lnkd.in/gkx_v7Zu Another example - my daughter's school, in a century-old building, constantly has fire alarm malfunctions whenever there's a large rainstorm. What does this look like? A few months ago during colder weather, a new student who had recently immigrated to Canada heard the fire alarm and in his confusion, ran outside with no shoes on, and was soaked literally head to toe. Thankfully, another classmate gave him one of her shoes to stand on. While her actions were heartwarming - the kids would not need to run outside in the freezing rain if this equipment was not malfunctioning in the first place. There are consequences to this lack of maintenance, I'm sure many other examples that are even more severe than that. The local school board prohibits fundraising for capital improvements (which I understand from an equity perspective), yet the provincial government starves the school boards of funding to make these capital improvements. What can parents and school boards do? I recently learned about the Los Angeles Unified School District's $7 billion bond issue to support upgrades to school infrastructure, which by the sounds of it, has been a smashing success and has helped them reverse the decline in the physical condition of their schools. Where is the imagination and initiative to do this? Where are the municipal bond issuers at in Canada who can make this happen? When we have governments who are more concerned about expanding booze sales rather than working on important issues like healthcare and education and housing, we need to get active and we need to get creative.

Tampa Bay is a haven for homeschoolers. Nearly 11,000 homeschool students live in Hillsborough alone — more than any other school district in Florida. About another 9,000 live in Pasco and Pinellas, according to the most recent numbers from school districts. To understand what’s behind the explosive growth, we spoke with two dozen families from across the region who have chosen to teach their kids at home. Hear how three local families described their decision — and how experts say they fit in with broader trends: https://trib.al/4VWEsPt

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I'm especially interested in this post by Horizon Care & Education, describing their therapeutic approach with a focus on learning spaces. Many years ago I was a regular contributor for SEND Magazine. One such article was on the learning environment & optimum learning spaces, taking as research an analysis of the teaching spaces for children with SEND across a number of schools. Audits of learning spaces, for highly vulnerable children, included - dining halls, corridors, changing rooms, outside classrooms, outside the HT's office, libraries, IT rooms... Hardly optimum learning environments. Combine that with the number of hours a typical student with SEND is out of the classroom, and there are a host of added difficulties right there. So, lots of words to say, this article pleases me on many fronts. Well done.

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Moving to Florida with kids? You're not alone! Fantastic weather goes hand-in-hand with fantastic schools in many areas. But with 67 counties, each with its own school district, navigating options can feel overwhelming. Here's a quick guide to get you started: 1. Find your district! Florida uses a school assignment system based on your address. Many counties offer online tools to find your assigned school Florida Department of Education School Locator. 2. Research, research, research! Every district has its own website with information on schools, programs, and ratings. Florida also has a school grading system, so you can compare schools based on standardized test scores and other factors Florida Department of Education School Grades. 3. Consider additional factors! School ratings aren't everything. Think about class sizes, magnet programs, extracurricular activities, and the overall school environment that best fits your child's needs. 4. Don't be afraid to ask questions! Your realtor, neighbors, and the school district itself are all great resources to learn more about specific schools. Ready to find your dream Florida home (and school district)? Let's chat! I can help you find a neighborhood that aligns perfectly with your family's needs. #FloridaSchools #NewToFlorida #SunshineStateLiving #SchoolChoice #RealtorLife #FamilyFriendly #FindYourSchool #SchoolRatings #FutureFloridians #HelpingFamiliesThrive

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