as one would think. The following suggestions require more effort and determination. If you do nothing, you trust PERFECT STRANGERS to look out for your child's best interests.
your child and your community.
the Internet. Reading and comprehending at the highest level is the best defense when surfing the Web.. |
Englewood, NJ
School System. Begin by visiting each of the websites below. US Citizens, do the same in your town and state. School Sites
Parents & Community welcome at open sessions
families interested in getting involved in positive plans dedicated to improving Public Education. Email Citizens4EnglewoodEd@groups. facebook.com |
THE TEST
products available to Parents that will help students succeed on Standardized tests. One of the best ways to succeed on any test is to prepare. Every student should benefit from being taught strategies used by scholars to achieve high scores on standardized tests. This must be part of all educational initiatives in the United States. Many gently used resources are available at very reasonable prices. Some products only require shipping costs. Hold cursor over book for details. Request copies at school. |
when they demonstrate a command of the Language. A large vocabulary plays a great part in SAT verbal scores. This simple puzzle will help you learn at least 5 new words per day. I try to get 100% correct everyday. It doesn't always work, but I generally remember the words when I see them again. |
Internet business? Which Internet programs should you join? Every One Wants to Help me succeed on the Internet. How do I get on the Job Training? What about ebooks? Should I Purchase Them? Why must I learn to write ads? Do Classified Ads Work? Are Online Social Networking Communities Helpful & Safe? Do I need a Blog? Surveys Sweepstakes |
Surfing the Internet requires high levels of reading comprehension. An avid reader is safer on the Internet.
Review graded work Check appearance of work yourself Look at handwriting, must have some cursive
How many, if any are online Texts
Reading and study habits
Posture while reading or studying
Do they really need a Facebook Profile?
Friends' study habits are also important Especially if there are sleepovers
Are major subject projects posted on schools website?
Reading, Achievement scores on Tests discussed
out as much as you can about them. Who are they? It is an elected board now. Are they working hard to live up to campaign promises? |
informed on vital issues that affect your child's education and well being. |
The Computer is a wonderful Parental teaching tool. Use the one you have at home to begin teaching your children to read, count and problem solve before they learn to read. They learn to point and click before 2 years old. This is valuable one on one Learning time. |
Everyone Owns The Information
place. Have we become too dependent? Is overuse of the Internet making us lazy, gullible, unemployed & functional illiterates? Take control. Calculate your own route on the information highway. What humans are capable of accomplishing on the Internet has changed drastically. The Internet is no longer unchartered territory. Millions of small companies are engaged in a fierce struggle aimed at getting rich quickly. Scores of folks are imitating a guy who claims that he is getting rich while working in his underwear only 30 minutes a day. Home based businesses are locked in a battle to claim your hard earned dollar. There are thousands of schemes out there designed specifically to collect your valuable private information. Many of these struggling entrepreneurs are part of a campaign designed to abscond with every dollar that you have ever made.
that you have never heard of, received or used.
your family's. Make sure your child has access to a computer. The computer must be protected with a good Internet Security Contract. Use parental controls, and follow directions carefully. Explore the benefits of computer literacy while protecting your interests and identity on the Internet. The NJ Dept. of Education has many free resources for parents, students, teachers, and community members. |
Retiring or Semi-retired
http://www.socialsecurity. gov/applyforbenefits
http://www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator Use this secure financial planning tool that uses your earnings record information to estimate your monthly benefits. Phone - 1-800-772-1213 7am - 7pm Deaf or hard of hearing 1-800-325-0778
http://www.medicare.gov. sign up three months before reaching age 65. Other useful Websites http://www.mymoney.gov This website contains calculators for financial planning & information on money-related matters, such as retirement planning and starting a small business. http://www. dolgov/ebsapdf/nearretirement.pdf Taking the Mystery Out of Retirement Planning Workbook
The Securities and Exchange Commission has a wealth of information on different investment products & topics available.
This site has a variety of resources for seniors on topics including retirement planning, housing and health. |
Tools from the U.S. Department of Education These databases, books, and brochures can help parents and schools make choice work. They were developed by the U.S. Department of Education, are free and can be reproduced without permission. •School Choice for Administrators •School Choice for Parents •Supplemental Educational Services •Find a School The U.S. Department of Education manages grant programs and provides services that support school choice. •Programs ◦Charter Schools ◦Charter School Facilities Credit Enhancement ◦Charter School Facilities State Incentive ◦D.C. School Choice Incentive ◦Magnet Schools ◦Parent Information and Resource Centers ◦Voluntary Public School Choice •Services ◦Office of Non-Public Education ◦Faith Based and Neighborhood Partnerships |
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