A new school year is nearly here, and kids are simultaneously nervous and excited. We have some quick suggestions for students preparing for a new school year. Helping our students succeed is the SpiderSmart Way! Focus on the positives. Think of the excellent opportunities such as seeing old friends, making…

Tell me, and I forget. Teach me, and I may remember. Involve me, and I learn. – Ben Franklin What the great Ben Franklin says is true—you need to be involved in your education. As a student, your main job is to learn. That means you need to trust your…

Back to School is a state of mind Parents and students must prepare themselves for the weeks and months ahead that will bring challenges, tasks, schedules, along with some of the best experiences of fun activities, positive lessons learned, and new friends. Let’s get back to school! One major worry…