The students of today are more technologically-advanced than many of us were at their age. With the internet at their fingertips, they have plenty of resources at the ready. We are all conditioned now to Google an answer when we need it. That is a luxury. But, of course, it has its downfalls. Today’s students…
The mental health of students is a growing concern for parents and educators everywhere. For too long, the American education system has put high levels of responsibility and stress on students. At BlueSky, we do our best to support and encourage our students. During the school year, our team of support professionals are in constant…
Online learning has many benefits, but one concern among parents is the lack of control over how students spend their time online. Kids and teens are among the most vulnerable groups of internet users. Fortunately, there are ways to ensure that your children are safe online. Be Internet Awesome with Google Be Internet Awesome is…
It’s that time of year again when high school juniors and seniors start to think about the ACT and SAT. These tests are essential and can often determine a student’s pathway to college. It’s a best practice to test by the fall of your senior year. This way, you can retake the test and submit…
Ahhhh, summer. The kids are out of school and ready for three months of outdoor fun. Unfortunately, a study by NWEA found that kids in 3rd through 5th grade, on average, lose about 20 percent of their school-year gains in reading during summer break. Summer reading can help students retain and expand the knowledge they…
The holidays are a wonderful time of year. But they can also be a difficult time for many students. The last year has shown us that the state of our mental health at any age is incredibly fragile. According to the CDC, 40% of US adults report having struggles with mental health. COVID19 has impacted…
The holiday break this year will undoubtedly look different for many students. 2020 has been a long year for all of us, but students have a lot on their shoulders this year. We want to keep them engaged through the rest of the school year! As an online school, we’ve learned a few strategies to…
Transitioning from a traditional learning environment to online can be tricky in more than one way. Getting the hang of connecting virtually and navigating assignments online is just one of the new challenges facing students today. But perhaps one of the biggest challenges is staying engaged in a virtual classroom and in this new form…
The holiday season is among us! While this time is filled with laughter and joy, this year it looks different to many. We are very accustomed to operating virtually, but having to go virtual for what used to look like a big family gathering is tough! Especially for the young ones. The CDC offers some…
The future feels uncertain to nearly everyone at the moment. But it can feel particularly unclear for high schoolers right now. This time in their lives is full of fun and excitement but it is also a time that they are considering their future college or career. This is an important time for them and…
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