Category: Parents
TEACHER VOICE: We don’t have a math problem in Arkansas or in the United States. We have a culture problem
For 23 years, I’ve taught high school math. And for 23 years, I’ve been told by people that they either […]
March 2, 2026
Parents trust report cards more than test scores — with consequences for kids
Most parents want to help their children succeed. We check report cards, ask about homework and try to help our […]
February 23, 2026
Inside the fight to save Texas’ Native American studies course
Savion Horn watched as “before” and “after” images appeared on a screen at the front of his classroom: black-and-white photos […]
February 20, 2026
Inside one state’s approach to fighting antisemitism in schools
The town of Concord, famed for its Revolutionary War history, has highly rated public schools, standing out even in the […]
February 14, 2026
Parental stress, raids, and isolation: How immigration raids traumatize even the youngest children
Last year, Susana Beltrán-Grimm was visiting Hispanic families for a research project about parents and math, when she started to […]
February 4, 2026
Limiting cellphones: A step towards better parenting
Credit: RDNE Stock project Like many parents, I’ve been cautious about giving my children access to phones. I’ve warned them […]
December 10, 2025
Online education: A lifeline for California’s adults
After a 26-year journey, Jennifer Liberty graduated from college, just as her daughter was graduating high school. Photo courtesy of […]
December 5, 2025
Parents’ role in children’s English education
Family volunteers and young learners participating in a school community activity. Photo courtesy of Rachel Hawthorne Este artículo está disponible […]
December 3, 2025
How to help parents embrace, not fear, new approaches to math
As routines for the new school year get underway, many parents are looking forward to getting to know their child’s […]
September 23, 2025