How to Improve Your Child’s Mental Health
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 08.15.2023
Good mental health is crucial for your child because it can better prepare them to cope with life’s stressors, work productively, realize their potential, contribute to their community and build resilience. If your child has good mental health, they’ll likely display qualities such as: Optimism. Confidence. High self-esteem. Ability to set goals. Unfortunately, children don’t […]
5 Ways to Get Your Child Excited About STEM
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 08.10.2023
Getting children excited about school and learning new things can be a challenge for many parents, so know that you’re not alone when it comes to finding ways to interest your child in developing their education. You may find that it is easy for you to encourage your son or daughter to spend time doing […]
A Teacher’s Take on Cyber School Teaching
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 08.08.2023
Teaching in a cyber school environment is rewarding and fulfilling. At Commonwealth Charter Academy, cyber school teachers spend much of their time working together with students and learning coaches to develop an ideal set of lesson content, field trips, and extracurricular activities. The role and responsibilities of a cyber school teacher vary from one grade […]
6 Tips for Adjusting to Online Learning for Students
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 08.03.2023
Adapting to online learning can be a real challenge, especially for students. As learners try to navigate virtual schooling, students and parents are meeting challenges unique to the virtual environment, such as staying motivated and on task throughout the day. Everyone is different, which means that online learning and its adjustment period will vary for […]
Personalized Learning vs Traditional Learning
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 08.01.2023
Every student is unique and learns best under varying circumstances. There are countless teaching methods, and most techniques fall under one of two categories: traditional learning and personalized learning. Learn more about these two learning approaches and discover which one may be most effective for your child’s needs. What Is Traditional Learning? When you conjure […]
Sidewalk Chalk Ideas for Learning and Fun With Your Child
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 07.27.2023
Sidewalk chalk is an engaging and playful activity that kids love, and with no clean-up to worry about, parents can enjoy it too. From practicing writing to playing games, chalk can inspire creativity and help kids grasp new ideas or practice what they’ve learned in school. There are countless things to do with sidewalk chalk […]
School Choice: Myths vs. Facts
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 07.25.2023
School choice exists so every family can access and afford quality education for their children. When students attend public schools in a district without proper resources, they are at a significant disadvantage. With school choice, parents can give their children the resources they need in a charter, magnet, or private school. If you’ve heard of […]
How to Help Your Child Succeed in Middle School
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 07.20.2023
Leaving elementary school and going to middle school is a huge step for your child. In this new environment, they will become more independent and learn to take on more responsibility. At the same time, they will also experience some challenges. Personal, social, and environmental changes can make it difficult for your child to focus […]
10 Online Learning Trends and Insights
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 07.18.2023
While online education has been around for several years, we’ve recently seen an explosion of growth and interest in opportunities pertaining to online learning. This development creates room for several new improvements and developments. Many trends in online education turn old-fashioned teaching methods on their heads. As a result, online learning is now capable of […]
Online School Checklist for K-12 Students
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 07.13.2023
Helping your child prepare for a new school year often feels like a daunting task. Between getting supplies and making sure they know where to be and when, staying organized can be difficult. It’s a small wonder schools provide students — and by extension, parents — with syllabi and checklists. Online classes may seem easier […]