Over the past year, I taught Computer Science to students in St. John’s Wood, a lovely section of central London in the United Kingdom. COVID or not, it had always been a dream to teach abroad and see how other countries educate students. No country’s system is...
Are parents’ concerns about what is being taught or communicated to children in our public schools justified? Having taught in a suburban public school system for several decades, I believe these concerns are valid. Just a few years ago, I was told that I should...
How Does a Christian Education Prepare Your Child for the Future? A Christian education can be one of the most crucial aspects of a child’s development, and further, their lives. Every parent knows that finding the right school, educator, or curriculum is key in the...
At Riverstone United Christian Academy, a new Christian School in West Chester, we encourage and empower students to become confident learners. Fundamentally, one of the core differences between Riverstone United and other schools is the thought and intentionality...
Good Teaching Engages the Mind. Who was your favorite teacher during your middle or high school years? Can you recall the qualities that made that teacher stand out amongst the others? Chances are your favorite teacher was following the seven laws of teaching. Yes,...
The dictionary defines “School Culture” as the guiding beliefs and values evident in the way a school operates. If you were asked to define the school culture of your child’s current school, what would you say? Is it a question you ask yourself? What would your child...