3 Tips To Choose The School For Your Family

Tips for sorting through Charlottes public school opportunities

- Liz Logan

Sending a child off to school for the first time can be a challenging experience. Factor in the number of choices, and the process can be quite confusing. Each child has specific needs, and it is important to choose the school that suits your child’s learning style, as opposed to following the lead of those who have gone before you.

WHAT’S IN A PROGRAM?

Some schools, like Montessori programs, encourage families to adhere to the same sorts of philosophies at home in order to maintain coherence in each facet of life. Magnet programs, such as learning immersion and talent development, may require extra out-of-school work time. Some schools, like the Basic School, allow for more time outside with unstructured play, while STEM programs focus on technology and technical sciences.

Special Programming

Support for gifted and talented students, as well as special education services are important to consider. Will your child be interested in extracurricular activities before or after school? Many schools offer performing arts, STEM-related activities, sports, Girls on the Run and other activities. While you may not know what your kindergartener’s interests will be later, being aware of what schools offer can be helpful as kids grow older.

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