How to Avoid the Aches and Pains from Backpacks
Heading back to the classroom means school shopping for supplies, clothes, and more than likely, a new backpack. More than 79 million students in...
AI as a Resource, Not a Replacement: What Parents Should Know
As supervisor of the digital learning experience at Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS), Eric Haines sees himself, in part, as a futurist. “What are...
5 Ways Families Can Ease Into Back To School
Summer vacation is coming to a close, and now it is time to focus on the transition back to school. Facing the unknowns of...
8 Fantastic Fantasy Books
Sometimes, entering into fantastical worlds helps us better understand our own world. These books explore relationships, hope, family, justice, humor and more against the...
The 10 Commandments of Back to School
A retired teacher’s advice on how to make the most of a new school year
The first few days of school are important ones for...
Save Big on Back to School Shopping During Maryland’s Tax-Free Week
The best time to do back-to-school shopping is Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week held this year August 9-15, 2026.
Qualifying articles of clothing and footwear that...
After-School Arts Programs Foster Creativity
Arts classes are a great opportunity for kids to be creative, learn useful skills and express themselves. The Frederick area has many options for...
Gamification in the Classroom
As children and teens have become more distracted by social media and electronics in recent years, educators are increasingly looking for creative ways to...
Choosing the Best Type of Preschool for Your Child
When I was choosing a preschool for my kids, I quickly discovered something shocking: Some parents feel as strongly about preschool as they do...
Questions to Help Find the Right Private School
You have decided to explore a private school education for your child. Whatever your motives, the research is compelling.
Researchers at Harvard say private school...
