The power of positive school culture
How everyone treats each other at a high school has a huge impact on learning. This is what to look out for.
How to make better teachers
Teachers are the most powerful factor in your child’s education: that’s why ongoing teacher development should be a cornerstone of every high school.
Why college counseling matters
Early and ongoing access to college counseling has been shown to influence whether students apply to college and which colleges they choose.
The value of student-staff connections
Positive, meaningful relationships between high school students and their teachers and principals are more than just nice to have; they're the foundation for a great high school.
Why all students should take advanced classes
The best high schools don’t just provide rigorous courses for motivated students, they encourage every student to explore advanced classes.
The importance of real-life learning and career pathways
Whether it’s career and technical training or outside internships, hands-on learning in high school gives kids purpose and makes school relevant.
High school quality
It’s not always obvious. Here’s an insider’s guide to the sometimes invisible factors that indicate a high school is effective, and how you can recognize the signs.
Surprising things about high school
Tons of AP classes. Beautiful buildings. A winning soccer team. Think what makes a high school great is the stuff you hear about? Think again. Here are some absolutely vital, often overlooked things that indicate an effective high school.
Understanding rolling admissions
Some colleges accept applications and admit students on a rolling basis rather than after a set deadline. Here’s what parents and teens need to know about rolling admissions.
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