Thursday, September 3 2009 3:53 PM EDT2009-09-03 20:53:20 GMT
In our final installment of our back to school series, NBC12 education specialist Dr. Bill Bosher asks Henrico superintendent Dr. Pat Russo how that change is being received. More >>
Tuesday, September 1 2009 3:54 PM EDT2009-09-01 20:54:01 GMT
In part two of our special conversations with school superintendents, Dr. Bill Bosher asks Chesterfield's Dr. Marcus Newsome what led to the decision to "tweet" to students.More >>
Monday, August 31 2009 4:31 PM EDT2009-08-31 21:31:03 GMT
To get you set for the school year, our education specialist NBC12 Education Specialist Dr. Bill Bosher interviewed the superintendent of four major school districts in the Richmond area. More >>
Sunday, August 30 2009 10:08 AM EDT2009-08-30 15:08:39 GMT
Dozens of children who showed up for a back-to-school give-away left empty-handed. The event drew such a large crowd that it took less than an hour to hand out hundreds of goodie bags filled with school supplies. More >>
You're still sitting on the beach, but unfinished summer projects for school -- posters, reading assignments, essays -- loom large. Here's how to make the job less painful.More >>
You're still sitting on the beach, but unfinished summer projects for school -- posters, reading assignments, essays -- loom large. Here's how to make the job less painful.More >>
During summer vacation, kids can experience a month or more of learning loss. As a parent, you can halt the summer brain drain and give your kids the brain boost they need to prepare them for the upcoming school year.More >>
During summer vacation, kids can experience a month or more of learning loss. As a parent, you can halt the summer brain drain and give your kids the brain boost they need to prepare them for the upcoming school year.More >>
Recently Amazon launched a Kindle textbook rental service to compete with several other services designed to save college kids some cash. Here's a look at how e-textbook programs compare.More >>
Making the transition from elementary school to middle school can be exciting and scary at the same time. Learn what you can do to smooth the move.More >>
When you're a working parent, figuring out what to do with your children after school can be a major concern. Learn how afterschool programs can help.More >>
Each year, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency rooms with injuries associated with playground equipment. Use this simple checklist to help make sure your school playground is a safe place to play.More >>
Like most parents, you probably have rules for how your children should deal with strangers, and how far from home they're allowed to travel. It's important to make similar rules for your children's Internet use and to be aware of their online activities. More >>
Too many of our young people are caught up in conflicts every day that they do not know how to manage -- teasing, jealousy, and physical aggression. Teaching youth how to manage conflict in a productive way can help reduce incidents of violent behavior. More >>
There are many options for school-age child care. Each offers advantages and disadvantages, and none is right for all children under all circumstances. Here are some things to watch for when choosing child care for your child. More >>
Buying a car for your teen to drive to and from high school takes some thought. You might pick something sporty for yourself -- but you want something different for your kids.More >>
Buying a car for your teen to drive to and from high school takes some thought. You might pick something sporty for yourself -- but you want something different for your kids.More >>
It can cost $500 to get an elementary school student ready for class, and twice that for a high school student. Here are some ways to lower that number.More >>
It can cost $500 to get an elementary school student ready for class, and twice that for a high school student. Here are some ways to lower that number.More >>
While parents spend about $600 a year per child in back-to-school purchases, pet parents will find it far less expensive to outfit their pooch for training classes or doggie day care. But as with any kind of shopping, it pays to research and compare before making your purchasing decisions. More >>
Not sure exactly what to buy for that first year at school away from home? Check out our list of essentials... what you need for you dorm room AND what will make everything more fun. More >>
Not sure exactly what to buy for that first year at school away from home? Check out our list of essentials... what you need for you dorm room AND what will make everything more fun.More >>
According to the National Retail Federation, parents spent an average of $443.77 last year on back-to-school supplies. Here's how to make the most of that money.More >>
According to the National Retail Federation, parents spent an average of $443.77 last year on back-to-school supplies. Here's how to make the most of that money.More >>
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.More >>
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.More >>
There are few things more inviting than a cool, clear pool on a hot summer day. But a new federal report will have you thinking twice before dipping a toe in the water.More >>
There are few things more inviting than a cool, clear pool on a hot summer day. But a new federal report will have you thinking twice before dipping a toe in the water.More >>
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.More >>
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.More >>
Giving small amounts of infant formula to newborns who experience significant weight loss can increase the length of time that they are breast-fed, according to a new study.More >>
Giving small amounts of infant formula to newborns who experience significant weight loss can increase the length of time that they are breast-fed, according to a new study.More >>
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