School

	Title	Issue
	How to Save Money for College in Small, Simple Ways Saving $25 (or more) every month to put toward your kid's future tuition rates is very doable. Here are 20 steps to help parents get started. Sponsored by MESP	May 2013
	Metro Parent Top Teacher Award Nominations 2013 Metro Parent asked southeast Michigan parents which educators have made a difference in their child's life. Check out all of the 2013 nominees! Metro Parent Editorial	May 2013
	Metro Parent Top Teacher Awards 2013 It's our annual tribute to five outstanding educators in metro Detroit. See how they bring Spanish, math, the library, compassion and kindergarten to life. Kristen J. Gough	May 2013
	Tips for Hiring a Tutor for Your Child Does your student need an extra boost? Here are eight important factors to consider when it's time hire a professional to help your kid excel at school. National Tutoring Association	March 2013
	Helping Students End the School Year on a Strong Note Warm weather can be distracting, but year-end learning is critical. With three smart tips, parents can help kids wrap that grade with an academic edge. Heidi Smith Luedtke	March 2013
	Virtual Education School Choices for Michigan Students Increasing Online alternatives geared at kids of all ages are growing, from web-only classes to brick-and-mortar options to for-profit charters. What's this change look like, and is it right for every child? Wensdy Von Buskirk	March 2013
	Michigan Gifted Education Policies are Subpar, Advocates Say State funding and fuzzy definitions are among challenges for academically bright kids in southeast Michigan and beyond – and helping them is crucial. Kristen J. Gough	February 2013
	Help on the College Application Process for High School Kids Competition for spots at colleges and universities is tighter than ever. But families are getting an edge with admissions counselors, test prep services and lots of early planning. Jacquie Goetz Bluethmann	February 2013
	Insider Tips and Advice for College Bound Students Counselors and college admissions representatives in southeast Michigan share tips for families to help in mastering the college application process. Jacquie Goetz Bluethmann	February 2013
	After Sandy Hook: Reevaluating School Security Measures in Southeast Michigan The horrific elementary school in Newtown, Conn. has put kids' safety and security measures top of mind. How are southeast Michigan schools reacting? Megan Krueger	February 2013