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Dana Hall School Open House dates are as follows: Thursday, October 1 from 5-7pm for girls grades 5-8 Sunday, October 18th from 1-3pm for girls grades 5-12 Other important news from Dana Hall School: “In July 2016, Caroline Erisman stepped down as Dana Hall’s Head of School. For eight years, she served Dana Hall with extraordinary commitment, and her accomplishments were numerous and diverse. Over the summer, Katherine Bradley succeeded Erisman as Dana Hall’s 11…

Austin Prep open house dates and important info sessions are as follows: North of Boston Secondary School Fair on September 28 at 6:30pm (This is a great opportunity to see what all types of schools have to offer.) Middle and Upper School Open House: Sunday, October 30, 2016 from 11:00am-2:00pm “Austin Preparatory School is a Catholic private school in Reading, MA for Middle School and High School students in grades 6-12. We seek to cultivate…

It’s no secret that today’s kids are tech savvy. From the time they’re born they watch everyone around them fiddle with phones, computers, tablets, and the like. So it should be no surprise that they take an interest too. This year, instead of letting them play the newest game, try these apps which are educational, fun and most importantly; parent approved!   Ages 5 &under: Moose Math: an introduction to math including addition, subtraction, sorting…

Brookwood School Speaker Series is offering yet another event for parents. Bestselling author Richard Louv will be speaking to parents on Tuesday, September 27th at 7 pm. “Now is its sixth year, Brookwood’s 4 to 14 Speaker Series: Parenting Elementary School Kids is pleased to welcome writers of note who will once again speak to parents on issues of parenting, raising healthy children, and navigating the ups and downs of family life.” Mark your calendars…

Labor Day is often seen as the end of the summer. Kids have gone back to school, and seasonal vacation spots typically have one last hurrah before closing for the fall and winter. While many of us use Labor Day to relax, it is important to note the history of Labor Day and why we celebrate on the first Monday of every September. Labor Day is a time to recognize the efforts of American workers.…

When surveying your options for private schools, be sure to consider Catholic schools and what they have to offer. Catholic schools are known for the rigor of their academics and high graduation rates. They provide different programs for all learners while also teaching students about their faith. Many catholic schools require scores from the HSPT (High School Placement Test). If you have any questions about how to register or how many times you can take…

ISEE Test Day Checklist In order for students to test on November 5th, your child must bring the following materials to the test center: 1. ISEE Test Admission Ticket 2. Student Identification 3. Residency Verification Receipt (not applicable to current Boston Public Schools students) 4. Five sharpened No. 2 pencils and an eraser Having these materials ready on test date will help you feel less anxious. You can pack these materials the night before so…

Boston Exam Schools FAQ: Deciding where to send you child to school is not a decision to be taken lightly. There are several factors that must be considered in order to send your child to the school that’s best for them. There are often important questions that come up along the way, so the Boston Exam Schools created a frequently asked questions document to assist you. If you have questions like “Is there a wait…