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4 Facts About AP, IB Test Scores for Parents
July 10, 2017
Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate exams are graded on a numerical scale – students don't receive letter grades.
Summer Activities That Will Benefit Your Teen
July 3, 2017
Nonacademic activities including community service and family responsibilities can help teens develop beneficial soft skills.
Parents Can Help High Schoolers Thrive in Summer College
June 26, 2017
Teens should stick to a schedule, something parents can help with by ensuring structure at home.
3 Climate Change Challenges for Science Teachers
June 19, 2017
High schoolers expressing skepticism of climate change is just one hurdle teachers may have to overcome.
3 Answers for Parents, High School Teachers About Sextortion
June 12, 2017
Sextortors take revenge porn to another level by threatening to release explicit content if victims don't meet demands.
3 Tips for Teens to Balance a Side Hustle With Academics
June 5, 2017
Teenage entrepreneurs share tips on how their peers can start and manage both a thriving business and school.
Learn How Teens Can Get High School Credit for Internships
May 30, 2017
Teens can try out careers and fulfill high school requirements through internships but may have to sacrifice other activities or electives.
4 Tips to Help Teens Manage Finals, End-of-Year Activities
May 22, 2017
Making a plan can help teens get the most out their high school experience.
3 Steps to Take to Graduate College Before High School
May 15, 2017
Earning a high school diploma and college degree concurrently takes proper planning, but is possible.
4 Points for Parents, Teachers to Talk With Teens About Suicide
May 1, 2017
The Netflix series "13 Reasons Why" may offer a starting point for conversations about suicide with teens, experts say.