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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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What to Do When Grades Drop

Nov 30, 2015 12:47PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

by Nina Parrish 1. Check to See Why Grades are Falling Have your child monitor their grades, with your supervision, on a regular basis. In the larger local public school systems all of this...

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Write On! A Q&A with Local Author Steve Watkins

Apr 01, 2015 03:50PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

Steve Watkins is an award-winning author living in Fredericksburg with his wife, Janet, and is the father of four daughters—Maggie, Eva, Claire, and Lili. He is the 2009 recipient of the Golden...

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Ask the Expert: Fredericksburg Academy

Jan 28, 2015 01:03PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

February 2015Q What is an "independent" school?A An independent school has the freedom to serve its mission—its unique philosophy, values and approach to education. Commonly referred to as private...

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Four Reasons to Consider Attending Community College

Sep 01, 2014 09:00AM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

Written by Chris Jones By now, students have settled in to college living. They've bonded with roommates, formulated their opinions on college food and tasted the freedom that living on campus...

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