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03/27/2023
Do you think TikTok is for a younger generation? Here's how you can use it to strengthen your family.
5 Ways You Can Use TikTok to Strengthen Family Bonds - Learning Liftoff Learn how you can use TikTok as a family bonding activity. This TikTok primer will help get you started using TitTok with the kids.
03/22/2023
"She has blossomed between being pushed and expected more of, also finding teachers, and there are lots of them, that want to help you, that want to be there for you."
Find out more about what one father and learning coach has to say about the benefits online learning has had on his daughter with Cerebral Palsy.
Student with Cerebral Palsy Explains How Online School Allows Her to Succeed - Learning Liftoff For students with a disability, online learning is a great way to get their education without fear of being judged.
03/20/2023
March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Here's how online education can help children with special needs.
How Online Education Can Help Special Needs Children - Learning Liftoff Special needs children often struggle in traditional brick-and-mortar schools. Whether they have autism, dyslexia, or ADHD, children with learning disabilities often need an education that suits their unique needs. A student on the autism spectrum may not be able to keep up with a teacher’s lesson...
03/15/2023
Get ready for St. Patrick's Day with these fun craft activities!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with These Easy Crafts and Activities - Learning Liftoff St. Patrick's Day is March 17th, and we want to help you get ready for the holiday with these ten easy crafts.
03/14/2023
Students that struggle in the traditional classroom can thrive learning online. Here's one student's story about overcoming difficulties to succeed academically.
A Student’s Journey of Success in Online Education - Learning Liftoff Online learning has become a space where students who struggle in a traditional classroom get to shine and thrive academically.
03/13/2023
Are you using school counselors to help your student achieve academic success? Here's how they can help.
What is the role of a school counselor? - Learning Liftoff School counselors can give students a roadmap to academic success. They're also valuable resources for parents as well.
03/09/2023
If you're considering enrolling your child in an online learning program, you'll want to check out these benefits in enrolling them early.
Top 10 Benefits of Enrolling Early in an Online School - Learning Liftoff Many families wait until late summer or early fall before taking the time to enroll in their online school. Enrolling early, however, yields many benefits.
03/07/2023
Thinking on making the switch to online learning? Here's why some parents have made that decision.
Online School at Home: Why More Families Are Making the Switch - Learning Liftoff Across the country, families are discovering the benefits to enrolling their children into an online learning program.
03/02/2023
Your children's education when it comes to finances and money should start at home. Here's what financial planners suggest doing to help your kids start to understand financial responsibility.
Educating Your Children About Finances - Learning Liftoff What's the best way to teach your kids about financial responsibility? Financial planners suggest getting them involved early.
02/28/2023
Is your child interested in the environment? Encourage them to think of ideas to better our earth's future and sign them up for the K12 Innovation Challenge!
Young Minds and Big Ideas Can Save the Planet - Learning Liftoff Passionate about the environment and the future? We want to hear your ideas! Think about an environmental issue in your community or the world that concerns you and help address some of our planet's most pressing environmental issues.
02/27/2023
Wondering how parents are able to work from home, while still being a learning coach to their children? Here are some ways you can manage both.
6 Ways to Successfully Work from Home While Helping Kids Learn at Home - Learning Liftoff As more parents work from home with their kids, who are also now learning from home, new adjustments must be made. Here are six suggestions that may help.
02/24/2023
K12 career connection seminars are creating new relationships between students and potential employers for future opportunities.
"My Career Connections" Putting Students in Front of Potential Employers - Learning Liftoff Students attending virtual school are getting more opportunities to interact with potential employers, who are also sharing valuable info.
02/23/2023
Financial planners say these are the top priorities when setting up your family's budget.
Establishing a Family’s Financial Priorities, according to a Financial Planner - Learning Liftoff Do you have your family's financial priorities in order? Here's what a financial planner says to make sure you're in a good financial position.
02/22/2023
Looking to get involved in something new? Check out some of the options that are available through Stride's Enrichment Program, free to register.
Register For a Free Stride Enrichment Program - Learning Liftoff Starting to look at a career path? Stride is offering an enrichment program where you get to know many different options.
02/21/2023
Are you a parent looking for help being a learning coach? Try joining a learning coach community to learn from others and access valuable resources.
Learning Coach Community Helping Parents Adjust to Online Learning - Learning Liftoff Hoping to learn from other parents that are also learning coaches? Join a learning coach community to help get advice and resources.
02/20/2023
Are you wondering if online learning is right for your child? Here's what students have to say about their experience at Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy.
Online Learning from a Student’s Perspective - Learning Liftoff What do students think of virtual learning? Two high school students share their experiences, and what makes them enjoy online learning.
02/17/2023
We continue to celebrate Black History Month. Are you interested in learning more about the civil rights movement? Here are some films where you can learn about the historic movement.
Great Movies for Teaching US History: Civil Rights Movement - Learning Liftoff Use these great films to inspire interest in American History. This part in particular focuses on the Civil Rights Movement
02/16/2023
As parents we'll do anything to see our kids happy. Does that mean we should let them win at games? What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments.
Should You Let Your Child Win at Family Games? - Learning Liftoff It's tempting to let your kids win at family games, but could that cause them harm in the future? Here is what to keep in mind when playing games with kids.
02/16/2023
Is your child worried about trying to be the "cool kid in school"? Here's why that might not be the best thing for them.
Research Reveals the Downside of Being Popular in School - Learning Liftoff Being popular in school is something that most kids want, but a new study reveals that such popularity may adversely affect later happiness.
02/15/2023
Do you understand the value esports has for students? Like with traditional athletics, there are many different life lessons kids take away from being part of this virtual team.
Understanding the similarities between e-sports and traditional athletics - Learning Liftoff Esports are similar to athletics in more ways than one as they both help students develop valuable life skills.
02/14/2023
Do you think you know the history of Valentine's Day? Find out more about the holiday that does beyond cards and chocolates.
The Real Truth Behind Valentine's Day - Learning Liftoff When you look at its history, Valentine's Day is not all hearts and candy. Here is the real truth behind this popular holiday.
02/13/2023
Students have an opportunity to shape their learning environment when attending a virtual academy. Here's a story of how one high school senior at Texas Online Preparatory School was able to bring new activities to his school, all while overcoming obstacles.
What can one student bring to their online school? - Learning Liftoff Online learning offers many extra-curricular activities that traditional school do. Here's how one student brought more to his school.
02/13/2023
It's National Internet Friends Day! Friendships are not one-size fits all, students are creating friendships in various ways. Through online learning, kids are now able to make friends all across the country.
Flexible Socialization Is Important For for Online Education - Learning Liftoff Socialization skills is an important part of a student's development. Children have different social needs, and online learning supports that.
02/10/2023
Getting ready for Valentine's Day? Here are some ways to celebrate with your kids!
5 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Kids - Learning Liftoff Looking to get your kids in on the Valentine's Day fun? Here are 5 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Kids.
02/10/2023
What concerns do you have as a parent when your child gets sick? Give a listen to our OnLearning podcast where Dr. Devin Higgins shares what you need to know and when you should be concerned.
What parents should do when their child is sick - Learning Liftoff What should you do when your child is sick? When should you contact your family doctor? Here's what you need to know.
02/09/2023
Today is Stop Bullying Day. Check out how two students kept bullying from interrupting their learning.
When Bullying Interrupts Education: How Two Bullied Kids Prioritized Learning - Learning Liftoff Read some success stories from bullied kids who overcame bullying by enrolling in online schools.
02/08/2023
Make story time an opportunity to grow your child's character with these seven steps to help build emotional resilience in your child.
How to Build Emotional Resilience in Your Kids: 7 Expert Tips for Story Time - Learning Liftoff Emotional resilience is more important now than ever. Try these expert tips with book suggestions to help your kids manage their emotions.
02/07/2023
It's Periodic Table Day! Here are some great ways to get your children involved in science!
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How to Teach Kids Science and Why It’s Important - Learning Liftoff Learn why teaching kids science is so important and get tips on how to start introducing basic science concepts to your children.
02/06/2023
As we continue to recognize Black History Month, we want to share with you the stories of Black Americans you may not know about who have had an impact on our nation.
7 Overlooked Black Americans Who Quietly Changed History - Learning Liftoff Many brave men and women changed the world during the civil rights movement of the 1960s but they are often overlooked and unrecognized. Read the inspiring stories of Ezell Blair Jr., David Richmond, Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil, Fannie Lou Hamer, Amelia Boynton Robinson, and Septima Poinsette Cla...
02/03/2023
Saturday is "Take Your Child to the Library Day." When is the last time you visited your local library? You might be surprised at what it has to offer!
Libraries: A Local Hub for Learning - Learning Liftoff Libraries are more than just a place to check out books, they have become a learning hub full of resources.
02/03/2023
Employers are seeking candidates with strong technical skills; find out how schools are developing programs to give their students a leg up.
Why Career Technical Education Is Booming Right Now - Learning Liftoff Careers in technology are on the rise, and there is no better place for young students to prepare themselves than through a CTE program.
02/02/2023
Did you know, Groundhog Day has German origins? Celebrated each year on February 2nd in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania; it traces back to the German Protestant holiday "Candlemas" where animals would predict the weather.
02/01/2023
“I prefer to be true to myself, even at the hazard of incurring the ridicule of others, rather than to be false and to incur my own abhorrence.” —Frederick Douglass.
Learning Liftoff is celebrating Black History Month. Continue to follow our page for more inspirational posts, like this one featuring motivational quotes from inspirational black leaders in our history.
15 Motivational Quotes from Black Leaders That Inspire Courage - Learning Liftoff These motivational quotes from some of America's most influential and prominent black leaders will give you strength to face any challenge.
01/31/2023
Ready to turn the page to February? Don't forget to download our February weekly planners!
01/30/2023
How to teach your children about community through civic engagement
Teaching Your Children to be Engaged Citizens - Learning Liftoff How can a parent teach the importance of being part of a community? There are many different ways to lead by example for your child.
01/27/2023
Do you think your child has what it takes to be our next Spelling Bee champion? Sign them up today!
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01/27/2023
Do you know what alternative options are out there for your child's education? Find one that is a better learning experience for your young student.
School Choice Becoming a New Option for Parents - Learning Liftoff Parents have more control over their children's education than ever before. With more options available, parents can find what's best.
01/26/2023
You probably know about efforts schools make to be inclusive, but do you know about reverse inclusion?
How Reverse Inclusion Impacts Students - Learning Liftoff Some educators are implementing reverse inclusion in school, in which mainstream students participate in special education classes.
01/25/2023
Head injuries are not limited to football, here's what parents need to know about the severity of concussions in all sports.
What Parents Should Know about the Risk of Concussion in All Sports - Learning Liftoff The Will Smith movie "Concussion" spotlights brain injuries in the NFL, but concussion can and does affect young athletes of both genders in all sports.
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