Suburban Parent
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Harper Experience Day goes virtual throughout October
Sep 28, 2020 12:54 PM - Harper College is taking its annual Harper Experience Day online, offering fun, virtual experiences for students of all ages throughout the month of October. -
3 anti-bullying tactics every child should learn
Sep 27, 2020 8:04 AM - Bullying can cause lasting harm, intensifying anxiety, depression, self-harm and school absences. How can parents teach their children to combat bullying? -
Q&A: How to handle technology issues with online school
Sep 26, 2020 3:30 PM - Across the U.S., the pandemic has forced students to attend virtual school
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This startup pushes technology into schools with paper and pen
Sep 26, 2020 6:00 AM - Bakpax Inc. makes a mobile app that kids can use to take a picture of homework completed using pencil and paper then upload to get instant grades and feedback. Some 50,000 teachers are using the tool. -
Red sign/green sign: How suburbs are solving the trick-or-treat dilemma
Sep 25, 2020 6:25 AM - As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to claim lives, and fears swirl about a second wave later this fall, many are facing a dilemma over whether to welcome Halloween trick-or-treaters and how to let the costumed youngsters know to either ring the doorbell or steer clear. Officials in at least two Northwest suburbs think they've come up with an innovative solution. -
Remote learning this year? Check out these tips for success
Sep 20, 2020 9:20 AM - So you've set up a designated workspace for your child to do their e-learning this year. Maybe you've even upgraded your internet speed. But there may be even more you haven't considered. Here are additional tips for making the most out of your child's remote education. -
When bed-wetting should mean a trip to the doctor
Sep 13, 2020 7:00 AM - Bedwetting is one of the most common bladder function disorders in children, but in many cases these routine accidents lead to embarrassment and raise concerns for children and their families. -
Back to school: Parent tips amid COVID-19
Sep 5, 2020 8:00 AM - For many families, the school year is beginning with so much uncertainty -- and yet, there are opportunities for growth and resilience. -
Six tech tips for remote learning: Protect your kid's data and make sure they look good on Zoom
Sep 5, 2020 6:25 AM - With millions of kids firing up loaner Chromebooks and iPads for the start of their remote school year, it's important that parents take a few steps to protect their children's privacy, security and mental health.
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Khan Academy's Sal Khan's advice for online learning: Do less, turn off the camera
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