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    The Friends' Central School Blog

    Lydia Martin

    Read Lydia Martin's articles to explore school related topics as well as various tips and tricks for parents.

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    Switching from a Catholic to an Independent High School

    Switching from a Catholic to an Independent High School

    By Lydia Martin
    Aug 05 2019

    Some students who attend Catholic school have an 'aha' moment when they realize that they want to make a change. 

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    How to Talk to Your Parents About Wanting to Switch Schools

    By Lydia Martin
    Jul 30 2019

    At some point in their education many middle school and high school students find themselves wondering whether or not they should switch schools. Perhaps they want to pursue more challenging.

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    5 Fun Summer Things to do With Kids Along the Main Line

    By Lydia Martin
    Jul 30 2019

    Summer has officially arrived, and school is out for the season. But a break from academics doesn’t necessarily have to mean a break from engagement and creativity! Keeping your kids engaged and.

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    Get Out! 6 Kid-Friendly Parks and Gardens Along the Main Line

    By Lydia Martin
    Jun 10 2019

    It’s no secret that spending time outside is physically, mentally, and even emotionally beneficial for kids (and parents too!). According to the National Parks and Recreation Association, parks and.

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    Independent vs. Public High School: When to Make a Switch

    By Lydia Martin
    May 06 2019

    Whether you’re currently a student at a public high school looking to make a change, or you’re a middle school student approaching the end of 8th grade, then you know just how exciting and important.

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    How Parents Can Teach Children to Ask Meaningful Questions

    By Lydia Martin
    Dec 04 2018

    As virtually any parent will tell you, children, especially young children, love to ask questions. In fact, depending on the exact study that you cite, the average preschool-aged child will ask.

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    How to Bring STEM Out of the Classroom (and Into the Home)

    By Lydia Martin
    Dec 03 2018

    Every parent’s first responsibility is making sure that their children are happy and healthy. But a close second, especially in today’s interconnected, global world and economy, is ensuring that your.

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    STEM in Early Childhood: How Parents Can Give Their Kids a Head Start

    By Lydia Martin
    Nov 30 2018

    Technology and science are inextricably connected to more and more of our lives. From cars to toasters, what used to be simple machines now contain computers. Everything is getting smarter and.

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    Empowering students to learn

    How Parents Can Empower Students to Own Their Learning

    By Lydia Martin
    Oct 18 2018

    While there are many factors that go into raising an academically successful child, encouraging a love of learning is the most important. When a child loves learning, a personal investment and sense.

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    3 Non-Academic Qualities the Maker Movement Can Nurture in Your Child

    By Lydia Martin
    Aug 06 2018

    When it comes to finding the right private or independent school for your child, you want to make sure that the school you choose is going to be the one that helps your child develop into the.

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