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2 Year, 4 Year or Trade School: How to Tell Which Is Best for My Child

Jul 31, 2017 09:10PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

by Amanda DanaherParents looking to help their teens navigate higher education may be wondering where to begin when deciding which type of school is the best fit for their child.“What parents...

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Amie Canter: Advanced Concepts for a Better Future

Jul 31, 2017 07:45PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

Accelerated Teaching for Every Student! Advanced Concepts for a Better Future will bring high quality education in a new and innovative method that can be applied in elementary school classrooms...

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10 Simple Ways to Raise Kids Who Love to Read

Jul 01, 2017 12:03PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

by Lisa A. BeachSince my childhood days of reading comic books and Nancy Drew mysteries, I’ve always been a voracious reader. As the family bookworm, I earned the nickname “Booka” from my dad, who...

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Art Education: Worth the Investment

Dec 26, 2016 11:57AM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

by Debra CaffreyThe arts can promote crucial skills important to a child’s academic, social and life success. In fact, the benefits of studying the arts may prove more important than first...

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Dianna Flett: Girl Smarts

Dec 26, 2016 11:29AM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

by Chris JonesDianna Flett created Girl Smarts when her son shared some of the challenges that his female peers were enduring as they transitioned into middle school.“I had been the PTO president...

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Tips for Successful College Admission

Sep 02, 2016 03:19PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

by Hailey RossApplying to college may seem daunting, and admittedly, the process can be quite tedious; however, there is absolutely no reason to be discouraged. Keep being a diligent student and...

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Preschool-Aged Children and ADHD

Jul 25, 2016 05:28PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

by Petrina Chong HollingsworthMelissa Zentgraf knew early on her young son’s behaviors were not like those of his preschool friends.“He was more persistent in what he would do,” Ms. Zentgraf says....

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SMART ART

May 29, 2016 02:59PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

How Good is Your Childcare Program with Art? Virginia Quality Weighs In by Leigh Anne Van DorenDoes your child’s piece of artwork look different from all the other kids? Or is it an adorable craft...

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Bringing The Outdoors In

Apr 01, 2016 12:27PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

Virginia Quality Helps Local Childcare Reach New Levels of Excellence by Leigh Anne Van DorenEvery parent wants a high quality daycare. But figuring out which daycare centers, preschools and home...

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Ask the Expert: Fredericksburg Academy

Apr 01, 2016 12:23PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

by Brenda Sapanghila April 2016With April comes Kindergarten registration for many area schools. If you’re looking for a school that has a small teacher-to-student ratio, that allows daily outdoor...

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