Education for All
Learning a new language isn’t easy — and it definitely isn’t easy when you get older. Many of us hate the fact that we’re just monolingual. Knowing nothing but your mother tongue can hinder a person when they’re competing against polyglots for jobs. In fact, many jobs now only consider applicants that can speak two or more languages. Even graduate school admissions are affected by a person’sRead More…
This world, though vast and varied, is growing smaller with each new invention and connected device. There are more and more individuals deserting the standard formula and expectations of getting a job and settling down in one place. People are realizing that this beautiful world is worth wandering and exploring. And even for those staying put, there are more and more opportunities to interact wiRead More…
Our daily lives are fueled by the need to work in order to provide for our families; this is colloquially referred to as that “daily grind.” Although Americans are making more money per hour today than previous years, one must also take into account the cost of living changes that have occurred over the decades. In 1975 the average cost of a new home would be $209,417 in 2015 dollars while today’Read More…
Currently, there are approximately 30,861 private schools in the United States. These schools provide an education to 5.3 million students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Are you considering a private high school for your teenager? If so, you are probably already aware of the many benefits to attending a private, rather than a public, high school. The Benefits of Private School FirsRead More…
Today, raising a bilingual child is a hot topic among many parents, and Spanish is by far the most popular foreign language for children to learn. Previous studies have shown that bilingual employees earn 20% more per hour on average than monolingual employees. There are also many cultural benefits to learning a second language as well. The earlier you introduce your kids to a foreign languageRead More…
There is a formula in the United States that suggests, should it be followed to the letter, you could end up with your perfect, ideal, American dream, the kind that maybe you have fantasized about since you were a child, or that you marveled at in movies when you were growing up. Go to college however it is possible for you to do so, whether or not that includes going into debt, get a job, get a Read More…
Awareness of autism and the problems that is causes has risen in the past few years. The condition itself is a neural development disorder. The characteristics of autism are impaired social communication and interaction and by repetitive and restrictive behavior. Approximately one in 50 children is impacted by autism, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It impacts tRead More…
It looks as if your oldest daughter’s Spanish education has come full circle. Three days after she walks across the stage and receives her college school diploma, she, her fellow graduates, and the Spanish language professor are leaving for Spain. This final part of her formal Spanish training, and an amazing addition to the Spanish curriculum, will include trips to the following locations:
PradoRead More…
Finding the best academy middle school for your child is a big factor in their successful high school experience, and even in their college education. While the grades and extracurricular activities that your child participates in in middle school is as critical in their ability to get into good colleges as their high school success, having the best academy middle school experience prepares them Read More…
So you want to be a tattoo artist? Joining the exciting world of body adornment offers many exciting opportunities, and can be very prolific. Indeed, an estimated 14% of the American population has at least one tattoo. You can immerse yourself in a world of people dedicated to a unique form of self expression, self-made artists, and other people involved in the creative world. making a name and aRead More…
