What Parents Need to Know About Covid-19 in Schools...Two Years Later
The headlines can be confusing, so we decided to cut through the noise and figure out what we’ve really learned, two years into the pandemic.
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Hurricane Ida Resources for Louisiana Families
With Hurricane Ida forcing evacuations, ongoing power outages, and school closures across the Gulf region—on top of the existing COVID-19 surge—Louisiana families, as well as our own New Orleans-based team, are carrying a huge load right now. If your family has been affected, we stand with you and we’re here for you.
How to Talk to Kids about the Chaos at the Capitol
As parents and educators, we know how hard it can be to talk to kids about what happened and why—especially for families of color. Here are some of the resources we have found most helpful as we have navigated these difficult conversations with our own families and children.
The Kinda Guide
A weekly survival guide for parents with kids at home, work to get done, and too much to worry about.
One Great Thing for Friday, 5/22
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Thursday, 5/21
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Wednesday, 5/20
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Tuesday, 5/19
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Monday, 5/18
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Friday, 5/15
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Thursday, 5/14
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Wednesday, 5/13
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Tuesday, 5/12
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Monday, 5/11
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Friday, 5/8
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Thursday, 5/7
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Wednesday, 5/6
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Tuesday, 5/5
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Monday, 5/4
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Friday, 5/1
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Thursday, 4/30
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Wednesday, 4/29
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Tuesday, 4/28
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Monday, 4/27
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Friday, 4/24
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Thursday, 4/23
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Wednesday, 4/22
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Tuesday, 4/21
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Monday, 4/20
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Friday, 4/17
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Thursday, 4/16
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Wednesday, 4/15
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Tuesday, 4/14
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Monday, 4/13
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Friday, 4/10
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Thursday, 4/9
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Wednesday, 4/8
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Tuesday, 4/7
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Monday, 4/6
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Friday, 4/3
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Thursday, 4/2
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Wednesday, 4/1
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Tuesday, 3/31
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Monday, 3/30
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Friday, 3/27
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Thursday, 3/26
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Wednesday, 3/25
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Tuesday, 3/24
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Monday, 3/23
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Friday, 3/20
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
One Great Thing for Tomorrow
A daily resource for families in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
How Should Parents Prepare for Coronavirus, School Closures, and Getting Anything Done?
Here’s what parents need to know to plan ahead for school closures and other disruptions during the coronavirus outbreak.
What Parents Need to Know About Individualized Education Plans (Whether or Not Your Child Has One)
For students with disabilities that affect their access to learning in a general education classroom, an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) can be a tool to get them the support they need. This isn't about putting a label on your kid; it's about giving them what they deserve to thrive in school. Learn more about what IEPs are (and aren't).
5 Questions to Ask About Your Child's IEP
Navigating special education services can be overwhelming. Here are five questions to ask about your child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) right off the bat.
Hot Tips for Cold Snow Days (and Other Unexpected School Cancellations)
Unexpected days off from school might be fun for kids, but they're a pain for working parents. How can you be better prepared for the inevitable snow day or other emergency school cancellation? We dug up five ideas you might not have tried yet.
What Parents Need to Know About Rewarding Hard Work and Good Behavior
Should you reward your kids for doing their homework? What about cleaning their rooms, or playing with their little siblings? We dug into the research to find out what parents really need to know about how and when to offer incentives.
What Parents Need to Know About Learning to Read
There's a right way and a wrong way to teach reading. Here's what you need to know to make sure your child is getting the instruction they deserve.
What Parents Need to Know About School Closures
School closures are rare, but when they do happen, they're hard on families. Here's what you need to know if your school is at risk for closure.
Pro Tips for Back-to-School Success
Back-to-school season is always full of excitement—and nerves. Our team of educators, college advisors, and parents weigh in on how to get the whole family ready for the new year to come.
The Best-Kept Secrets of Affordable Extracurriculars
Watching your child develop a passion outside the classroom is priceless. But the sports teams and music lessons themselves? Those often come with a hefty price tag. Here are some ideas for finding opportunities that don't break the bank.
10 Things You Don't Need to Pack for College
It's time to leave for college, but the packing lists are leaving your head spinning. Tuition is overwhelming enough—do you really need to buy a bunch of stuff for the dorm, too? Here are some suggestions for things to leave off your packing list.
The Busy Parents' Guide to Cooling Down in Late Summer
Before summer winds down, try these four activities to get ready for a great school year ahead.
Our Top 10 Summer Activities (Plus One More)
The EdNavigator team weighs in on our favorite summer activities for busy families (including our own).
Use Our Posters to Remind Dads How Much They Matter
A big part of being a dad is ensuring your kids get a great education. Our free posters celebrate some of the ways dads can make a difference.
What Will Your Child Learn This Summer?
Use this new form to help your child set (and achieve) fun learning goals this summer.
The Busy Parents' Guide to Easy Summer Learning
Summer learning is important, but it doesn't have to be hard—or expensive. Here are four things families can do every week to keep brains busy all summer long.
A Librarian's Secrets for Hooking Kids on Books
This Boston librarian offers her top tips for expanding your kids' reading horizons.
Hidden Opportunities to Read With Your Kid
Early literacy can happen anywhere, anytime. Here are some tips for fitting reading into your regular routines.
Do You Know How Your Child Is Really Doing in School?
If you find the information you get from schools confusing, you're not alone. Here's how to get a clearer picture of your child's progress.
Teach Your Kids about Giving Back During the Holiday Break
Giving back doesn’t have to be a big project. Start with a few small, simple gestures.
Time for Turkey, Stuffing and… School Choice?
That’s right, barely one-third of the way into the current school year, and it’s already time to think about schools for next year.
How to Raise a High-Achieving Student
Nine research-based tips for parents and caregivers.
5 Ninja Parent Tips to Make the School Day Routine Easier
Being a parent during the work- and school-week is exhausting. So we asked our Navigators and staff for their favorite parenting strategies and tricks.
It’s Back-to-School Time. Do You Know Who Your Child’s Friends Are?
Telling your child who they can and can’t be friends with is probably not going to work. Instead, focus on creating the conditions for healthy friendships to develop.
Meet Summer's Secret Superhero: The Library
Five reasons to make a trip to the library part of your regular weekend routine this summer.
Get the Facts about Summer Learning Loss
Did you know that just 2-3 hours of learning activity per week during the summer can help your child stay on track?
Create a Summer Learning Plan
Use our free form to help your child set fun, focused summer learning goals.
EdNavigator's 2018 Grades for New Orleans Public Schools
EdNavigator has issued grades for nearly all public schools in New Orleans serving grades 3-8.
Ask Your Child's Teachers for an Academic Progress Snapshot
Our Academic Progress Snapshot form is a simple, one-page questionnaire that gives teachers an easy way to share their perspective on your child's performance.
EdNavigator's 2017 Grades for Louisiana Schools
Our grades are intended to help parents identify schools that appear to be especially successful at growing student learning. Download our interactive workbook to see the grades for schools in your parish.
FAQ: EdNavigator's Grades for Louisiana Schools
Frequently asked questions about our annual grades for Louisiana schools.
The EdNavigator Guide to Catholic Schools in New Orleans
The EdNavigator Guide to Catholic Schools in New Orleans features profiles of 80+ schools, frequently asked questions, information on scholarship programs, and an interactive Find a School tool.