Goodwin University and LEARN have appointed Kayleigh Conrad as the new Assistant Principal of Riverside Magnet School. Read the exciting news! Continue reading LEARN and Goodwin University Announce Kayleigh Conrad as Assistant Principal of Riverside Magnet School
Kimberlee Matthews has been appointed principal of Riverside Magnet School (RMS) in East Hartford, CT, starting in July 2022. Read the announcement here. Continue reading LEARN and Goodwin University Announce Kimberlee Matthews as Principal of Riverside Magnet School
Before your child came into your life, you may have researched the best baby gear and read all of the baby books. You wanted to be sure your bundle of joy was cared for with safe products and healthy child-rearing … Continue reading How to Choose an Elementary School for Your Child
The formative years of childhood involve rapid development. For the first eight years of a child’s life, they are a sponge – growing physically, mentally, and emotionally, and fast. The early childhood years are precious and prime to jumpstart a … Continue reading Why is Preschool Important for My Child?
As a parent, you want to find the right preschool program for your little one—a preschool in which your child will thrive. But with the amount of preschools out there, determining which programs offer the quality you’re seeking can be … Continue reading What is a NAEYC Accredited Preschool?
Spring into School-mode with these Free Resources for your Little Learners! Everything Elementary National Geographic Kids Find fun fill in the blanks for your children to create their own stories! This Nat Geo site provides quizzes, amazing animal videos, science … Continue reading Spring into School-Mode with these Free Resources for Elementary Students
The start of your child’s education can feel like a monumental decision. For many families, preschool is the first educational experience the child will have away from the home. This is the start of the child’s educational career. So, should … Continue reading What is the Best Type of Preschool for Your Little One?
When it comes to a child’s education, most parents want to ensure their children are placed in the best environment for them, with the most opportunities to learn. Children learn at different levels, and in different ways. Not every environment … Continue reading A Look Inside the Reggio Emilia Classroom Environment
Parents want the best for their kids. From those first precious days at home, to the trip to the college dorm – and beyond – moms and dads want to see their child live a fruitful life. With the best … Continue reading 6 Benefits of Reggio Emilia for Growing Children
Decision-making is a matter of listing out pros and cons, analyzing the advantages and disadvantages of each scenario, and making a final choice to move forward in one direction or another. We make decisions in every aspect of our lives, … Continue reading Giving Your Child the Magnet School Advantage
Montessori and Reggio Emilia schools are great educational options for parents who are considering alternatives to a traditional educational approach for their children. There are many similarities between Montessori and Reggio Emilia, as well as some unique differences. It’s important … Continue reading The Similarities Between Montessori and Reggio Emilia and their Unique Differences
Magnet schools – whether at the Pre-K, elementary, or high school level – can provide children with a solid and immersive educational experience. Magnet schools offer innovative classroom environments that encourage students to engage with their education and set them … Continue reading Tips for Researching the Top Magnet Schools in CT
In the modern world of elementary education, there are many options available to parents and their children. One of the schools growing in popularity and preference, is based on the Reggio Emilia approach. If you are interested in a Reggio … Continue reading The Pros and Cons of Reggio Emilia: Is it Right for Your Child?
As parents, we want to set our children up for success by giving them the tools they need to succeed, and this starts as early as infancy. Parents provide their children with the support and resources needed as they learn … Continue reading 3 Types of Schools Like Montessori
“Learning by doing” is a common theme in an experiential educational environment. That is because when students are engaged with their hands and their minds, they actually are more focused and motivated to learn. The hands-on learning benefits that students … Continue reading How Hands-On Learning Benefits Children of All Ages
Every child is different and has their own unique experiences, preferences, challenges, and personality traits. That is why certain learning philosophies and classroom environments tend to have a deeper impact for certain children. As a parent, you want to ensure … Continue reading The Emerging Reggio Emilia Philosophy & What it Can Mean for Children
Providing children with the resources they need to succeed is a top priority for most parents. Those resources come in all different forms, but one of those valuable resources is a solid learning environment in which children can learn and … Continue reading What is Reggio Emilia, and How Can it Benefit Your Child?
Goodwin College and LEARN, a Regional Educational Service Center based in Old Lyme, have announced the appointment of Craig Drezek as the Assistant Superintendent of Magnet Schools for Goodwin College, effective October 1, 2018. Drezek’s 23 years of experience in … Continue reading Goodwin College and LEARN Appoint Assistant Superintendent of Magnet Schools
