Education

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Basis Baton Rouge Charter School. 5 Remedies for Closing the Learning Gap after Distance Learning Distance learning has made an impact on children over the last year, and not always for the better. Many students have missed out on learning, while some schools have struggled to provide adequate education in the fast shift to distance learning. Consequently, students have become disengaged in most virtually held classes and are falling behind. Parents and educators are understandably concerned that this lag in learning could have permanent effects. Applying these five time-tested remedies will not only get students back on track to recover time lost, but will also inspire them to learn with a renewed mindset to achieve...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by East Baton Rouge Parish School System.  5 Ways to Make 2020 Feel Supernatural Let’s creep it real. The start of the 2020 school year has brought unprecedented experiences for parents and children alike. But as we gain our footing in these new learning environments together, the EBR Schools family is creating new ways to make this year fa-boo-lous! Through all the ups and downs this year, EBR Schools have a few tricks for taking the fear out of 2020. 1. Keep Spirits Up Whether your child is in preschool or preparing for high school graduation, getting accustomed to new guidelines, schedules, and teaching styles takes some time. As kids adapt to these unique environments, they can easily pick up on...

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by East Baton Rouge Parish Schools. Making Strides at Magnet Virtual Showcase Week With more than 28 competitive magnet programs in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System, students throughout the district have the opportunity to experience outstanding academic programs and attend Blue Ribbon schools across the parish. From the future artists and concert performers to the next Supreme Court justices and doctors, your child can reach his or her full potential at EBR Magnet Schools. With a focus on personalized learning styles and extracurriculars, EBR Magnet Schools create a cutting-edge environment that sets students up for success. Learn more about how our innovative Magnet programs cultivate your child’s dreams and find a school that best suits their needs at EBRPSS’s annual Magnet Showcase...

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by the East Baton Rouge School System. Virtual to Hybrid Learning: 5 Tips for a Successful Transition As of September 14th, the East Baton Rouge School System adopted a hybrid-learning model for PreK-5th grade students, and with the announcement of Phase III reopening, we are pursuing excellence as we gradually transition back to in-person classes. Creating an effective learning environment in your home and accessing district and community resources will be important for your student’s continued success both at home and in the classroom, especially if your child continues in the all-virtual model. To ease children into the hybrid-learning experience, set up rules and expectations for active listening and participation at home, and familiarize yourself with the learning platform (Google Classroom/Google Meet/Microsoft Team) before...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by East Baton Rouge Parish School System.  Adapting the 2020-21 School Year for Student Success In the East Baton Rouge Parish School System, we are focused on creating a learning environment where every student can succeed. Although the coming academic year will look different than the past, each child—no matter the circumstances—will have the opportunity to continue learning in a safe educational landscape for the 2020-21 school year. The changes and improvements being implemented across the district align with our goal of creating an exceptional learning experience for all students: Delayed Start Date - ​In response to feedback and the continually rising rates of COVID-19, EBRPSS rescheduled the original start date of the academic year to August...