Excellent school: Harlem Village MS
What makes a school outstanding? At this high-performing, highly lauded charter, the golden rule is: Teachers are tops.
The mystery of Renaissance Academy
What magic formula makes this school succeed where so many others fail?
Violence: what parents need to know
By law, schools are required to report violent incidents and states are required to make that information public. Few states are following this mandate.
School cafeteria makeovers
Need help banning mystery meat from your school's cafeteria? Get the tools you need from these organizations dedicated to serving up better lunches.
Parents versus the budget
Forget about chanting, "The people united ..." These four parent groups are fighting to save education funding using snow, social media, and serious lobbying.
Saying thanks to your child's teacher
Parents share a wealth of ideas for teacher gifts, from gift cards to spa days to lunches honoring the whole school staff.
All about the teacher
When it comes to the quality of a child's education, a strong teacher can make all the difference in the world.
Excellent school profile: MMS
How a small but feisty school in Bridgeport, CT is overcoming the achievement gap.
One mom's cafeteria crusade
Fed up with the burgers and sodas taking over her son's cafeteria, Dana Woldow fought to bring healthy meals to middle-schoolers.
How important is cultural diversity at your school?
Attending a school with a diverse student body can help prepare your child for citizenship in a multicultural democracy.
Online resources for parental involvement
Parent involvement can have a powerful impact. Learn how to connect with groups that promote parent involvement in schools.
Bright ideas from our readers: One-hour volunteer ideas
樱桃视频 readers share their tips for helping schools in just one hour.
The role of the PTA
The PTA is a powerful organization affiliated with many schools across the country. Here's how you can join the club.
How one mom rejuvenated the school library
Pam Lally brought her school's outdated library back to life.
Bright ideas: Our readers sound off on school improvements
樱桃视频 readers share what they'd like to see improved at their schools.
School improvement begins at home
Helping your child succeed is the first step toward improving your school.
Raising money for your school
Fundraisers have moved beyond bake sales as creative parents help cash-strapped schools look for every extra dollar to boost their budgets.
How one mom transformed her school
Getting Involved: Anna-Marie Booth founded the Parent Teacher Student Association and raised money to support programs at school.
Real-life stories about improving schools
Read these stories from Once Upon a School, a Web site created by best-selling author Dave Eggers to encourage citizens to get involved in their local schools.
The new power parent: 3 who made a difference at their schools
Motivated by a desire to improve schools, parents are creating a new level of partnership with schools and helping to make a difference.
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