Dealing with an Unfair Teacher

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Do you feel like one of your teachers is treating you unfairly? Read on to learn how you can deal with an unfair teacher in a responsible and adult manner. Do you currently have a teacher who just doesn’t understand you? Are you constantly getting in trouble or struggle to get your teacher’s attention? If … Continued

Millstone Student of the Month — Olivia Pereira

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By Pam Teel Sixteen-year-old Olivia Pereira, from Millstone Township, is a junior at Allentown High School. She loves her school and the fact that she gets to see her friends on a daily basis. She especially enjoys learning and experiencing new adventures with her friends by her side. Her favorite subject is Spanish. She enjoys … Continued

Should Schools Start Later in the Day?

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By Susan Heckler Waking up a school age child at any time is not an easy task.  Let’s face it, they all want to stay up late and they all require lots of sleep. In actuality, waking a sleepy parent up to wake a sleepy student up is a double whammy. Research from the 1990’s … Continued

Get Your Reading On — Reading Recommendations for September

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Totally For Toddlers The Crayon: A Colorful Tale of Friendship by Simon Rickerty Red and Blue have new red and blue crayons. What fun! Until…oops! It’s broken! Now what will happen to Red and Blue and their friendship when Red’s crayon breaks and Blue walks away with Purple? You must read on to see what true … Continued

Young Children Need Special Back-to-School Attention

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As the vacation season winds down and parents are getting their children ready to go back-to-school, their thoughts turn from swimming and campfires to backpacks and books. Gone will be the warm summer nights and kicked back schedules to the rigors and structure of the classroom. For young children especially, this can be a tough … Continued

Bringing Jersey Fresh Food to Schools

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By Susan Heckler Every few years, new dining trends evolve; the latest being farm-to-table restaurants. We all understand fresh is best, especially if you know the source. Why not take this attitude one step further into our homes and our schools? Two legislative bills have just been passed and await our Governor’s signature. Assembly bill … Continued

Hand Gestures Help Kids Learn Math

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Using hand gestures may help children learn mathematics better, according to a recent study. Researchers at the University of Chicago led by Miriam A. Novack, taught 90 school children how to solve a basic equation, and then assigned them to three experimental groups. One group used magnetic number tiles to solve the problem, while another … Continued

The Malvern School Celebrates “The Week of the Young Child”

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WHEN: April 6-12, 2014 WHERE: The Malvern School Locations in PA: Collegeville, Downingtown, Frazer, Glen Mills, Horsham, King of Prussia, Lionville, Malvern, Montgomeryville, Newtown Square, Oaks, Richboro, Royersford, Upper Gwynedd, Warrington, West Norriton. Locations in NJ: Erial, Freehold, Marlboro, Medford, Voorhees, Washington Township. WHAT: The Malvern School will host a fun-packed, week-long celebration to honor … Continued