Last week, my son helped organize an evening social at his high school that was supposed to build school spirit. There was a DJ, bouncy castles, and lots of other fun things to do. Thirty-five ...

Are parents not sending their kids to school anymore? And where are the truancy officers? A teacher on Reddit asked these questions after noticing absenteeism in her school is "crazy" these days. The ...

I was hesitant to let my 10-year-old walk to school alone, but it boosted her confidence and independence more than I ...

Back-to-school season is typically a joyful time in our household–shopping for first-day outfits and essential supplies, and filled with hopeful anticipation for my two elementary-aged children. But ...

I was shocked to see kids walking alone in Switzerland, but letting my own children do it built their confidence and ...