Preconceived notions about virtual education annoy me. When it comes to preconceived ideas about a public virtual school, it truly runs the gamut. Comparing a virtual education to a traditional home school is relatively fair, but even then it is not the same concept. Looking at it from a brick and mortar school standpoint is […]
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Workplace Bullying in the School- When Is Enough..Enough?
Teachers are often the ones who must protect students from bullying. But, who is going to protect the teacher when he or she is being bullied? Unfortunately, workplace bullying or harassment is not a new phenomenon. There has been federal legislation prohibiting job discrimination since the 1960s. The unique thing about teacher bullying, however, is […]
The Flip Side of Virtual Schools: When a Child Gets Behind – Part 1
When a child falls behind in school, the parent looks for help from teachers, family, friends, anyone that can potentially help them help their child. But what happens when both of your kids attend a virtual school ? What if all the  help appears to be completely on the parent’s shoulders? What can be done? I recently […]
{Parent's Corner} The Frustration of Teens & School
 I’m frustrated and I don’t work well when I’m frustrated. My kids are the same way. Sending children to a virtual school is a challenge in and of itself. Sending them to a school that just opened can be even more so. Why? Because not only is your child adjusting to a new situation […]