What Does My Child Need to Know Before Starting Online School?
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 02.09.2024
As a parent, you want to ensure your child has the best chance of success in any new environment. Starting online school for the first time is undoubtedly a significant change, with new classes, teachers, and a whole new routine. Starting kindergarten is especially important because it’s often a child’s first experience with formal learning. […]
How to Help Your Child Resolve Conflict
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 02.07.2024
Conflict is a natural part of life. It can be tough to deal with at any age, but especially when you’re young and still building up your social skills. Fortunately, conflict can also be an excellent learning opportunity. With your support, children can learn to take conflict in stride with healthy coping mechanisms and problem-solving […]
25 Ways to Ask Your Child “How Was Cyber School Today?”
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 02.05.2024
You settle in at the dinner table and as everyone digs in, you ask, “How was school today?” It’s a great question, but sometimes it can feel a little generic, so you might get a generic answer — “It was good.” An answer like this isn’t very informative, and you may want to know more, […]
How to Celebrate Black History Month With Your Child
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 02.02.2024
Black History Month is a time for concentrated celebration and reflection — to celebrate the individual and collective contributions the diverse community of Black Americans continues to make to our country while reflecting on the injustices and sufferings their forebearers endured on their path to freedom. However, Black History Month is primarily celebrated to encourage […]
Flipped Learning Model: What Is It and How Does It Work?
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 01.31.2024
Flipped classrooms are increasing in popularity. As virtual classes become the norm, teachers are looking for ways to increase student engagement and encourage active learning through the screen. While traditional lectures are still considered “standard,” flipped learning offers a better, more effective teaching format for students and instructors, whether they’re at school in person or […]
10 End-of-the-School-Year Tips for Parents
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 01.29.2024
The end of the school year is a busy time filled with activities, events, appointments, deadlines, and celebrations. As the final days creep closer, it’s easy to lose track of your routine and become stressed. Staying engaged and focused can be simple if you plan with some fun tips in your arsenal. Check out these […]
How Does CCA Provide a Quality Education to Students?
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 01.25.2024
Commonwealth Charter Academy has been delivering students a dynamic education in a flexible environment for more than 20 years. As a public online charter school, we get a lot of questions about how we provide our students with the education they deserve and need to succeed. If you’re considering enrolling your child in our unique […]
7 Ways to Get Back Into the School Routine After a Break
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 01.23.2024
Holidays give children a much-needed break from school, allowing them to rest and recharge before diving back into their education. While vacations are fun, they often come with more relaxed days — making it harder for children to adjust to the stricter schedules necessary for the school year. Children need positive reinforcement and encouragement to […]
How to Help Your Child Choose the Right Electives
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 01.18.2024
From art to world languages or personal finance, there are endless options when it comes to choosing electives in high school. Whether your student knows exactly what future path they wish to pursue or they have yet to find their calling, taking elective courses is a great way to help them discover new interests, build […]
What Is a Study Space?
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 01.16.2024
A study space is an area you dedicate to researching, completing assignments, and learning. These spaces separate schoolwork from fun time and help students stay productive and focused. There are no rules to creating a study space. You can create the perfect virtual school setup from your kitchen, bedroom, home office, or any other area […]