--- title: The Friends' Central School Blog | N-12 Advice (6) description: As a leader in (innovative) education since 1845, Friends' Central School shares its perspective on relevant topics in 21st century learning. (6) --- - [About Us](http://friendscentral.org/about) - [Admissions](http://friendscentral.org/admission) - [Academics](https://friendscentral.org/academics) - [Athletics](http://friendscentral.org/page.cfm?p=501) - [Arts](https://friendscentral.org/arts) - [Campus Life](https://friendscentral.org/campus-life) - [Request Info](https://info.friendscentral.org/free-guide#_ga=2.50017889.679910470.1731592311-467942295.1720540655) [![FRIENDS' CENTRAL SCHOOL](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/FriendsCentral%20-Mar2018/Images/text-wide.png) ![FRIENDS' CENTRAL SCHOOL](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/FriendsCentral%20-Mar2018/Images/text-narrow.png)](https://www.friendscentral.org/) Outstanding Quaker Education Since 1845 | Nursery - Grade 12 - [About Us](https://www.friendscentral.org/about) - [Why FCS?](https://www.friendscentral.org/about/why-fcs) - [Strategic Plan](https://www.friendscentral.org/about/strategicplan) - [Diversity and Inclusivity](https://www.friendscentral.org/about/diversity-and-inclusivity) - [School Leadership](https://www.friendscentral.org/about/school-leadership) - [Faculty & Staff Directory](https://www.friendscentral.org/about/faculty-staff-directory) - [Directions](https://www.friendscentral.org/about/directions) - [Employment Opportunities](https://www.friendscentral.org/about/employment-opportunities) - [Lower School Campus Map](https://www.friendscentral.org/about/lower-map) - [Middle & Upper School Campus Map](https://www.friendscentral.org/about/middle-upper-map) - [Admission](https://www.friendscentral.org/admission) - [Request Info](https://info.friendscentral.org/free-guide) - [How to Apply](https://www.friendscentral.org/admission/apply) - [Admission Events](https://www.friendscentral.org/admission) - [Directions & Transportation](https://www.friendscentral.org/admission/directions-transportation) - [Our Admission Team](https://www.friendscentral.org/admission/our-admission-team) - [Affording FCS](https://www.friendscentral.org/admission/affording-fcs) - [Wynnefield Scholar Program](https://www.friendscentral.org/admission/wynnefield-scholar-program) - 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[Technology & Libraries](https://www.friendscentral.org/academics/technology-libraries) - [Athletics](https://www.friendscentral.org/athletics) - [Athletics Overview](https://www.friendscentral.org/athletics) - [Schedule](https://www.friendscentral.org/athletics/schedules) - [Teams](https://www.friendscentral.org/athletics/teams) - [Directions & Facilities](https://www.friendscentral.org/about/directions) - [Wellness](https://www.friendscentral.org/athletics/wellness) - [Inside Athletics](https://www.friendscentral.org/athletics/inside-athletics) - [Contact](https://www.friendscentral.org/athletics/contact) - [Arts](https://www.friendscentral.org/arts) - [Music](https://www.friendscentral.org/arts/music) - [Drama](https://www.friendscentral.org/arts/drama) - [Visual Arts](https://www.friendscentral.org/arts/visual-arts) - [Meet the Arts Department](https://www.friendscentral.org/arts/meet-the-arts-department) - [Campus Life](https://www.friendscentral.org/campus-life) - [Student Support Services](https://www.friendscentral.org/campus-life/student-services) - 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[Trustee Portal](https://www.friendscentral.org/board-member) - [FCS Summer Programs](http://www.fcsprograms.org/home/) - [FCA (Aquatics)](http://www.swimfca.org/) [The Friends' Central School Blog](https://blog.friendscentral.org) [![children in classroom (feature)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/children-in-classroom-(feature).jpg)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/back-to-school-tips) ## [Back to School Tips: 8 Tips to Start the School Year Right](https://blog.friendscentral.org/back-to-school-tips) [By Lydia Martin](https://blog.friendscentral.org/author/lydia-martin) Sep 09 2020 Around the end of August, many parents begin to wonder if there are steps that they can take to help set their child up for a successful start to the school year. This year is no different, despite. [Read more](https://blog.friendscentral.org/back-to-school-tips) [![Hands-On-Learning-Benefits\_FCS](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/Hands-On-Learning-Benefits_FCS.jpg)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/benefits-of-hands-on-learning) ## [The Importance of Hands-On Learning in a Child's Education](https://blog.friendscentral.org/benefits-of-hands-on-learning) [By Lydia Martin](https://blog.friendscentral.org/author/lydia-martin) Aug 21 2020 Hands-on learning has long been touted by parents and educators as a key factor in raising children who develop a lifelong love of learning and who [perform better academically](https://news.uchicago.edu/story/learning-doing-helps-students-perform-better-science). But what exactly do we. [Read more](https://blog.friendscentral.org/benefits-of-hands-on-learning) [![summer reading fcs blog feature image](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/Blog%20Photos/Summer-reading-fcs-blog-feature.jpg)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/summer-reading-tips) ## [Summer Reading Tips: How to Help Your Child Get More Out of Summer Reading](https://blog.friendscentral.org/summer-reading-tips) [By Lydia Martin](https://blog.friendscentral.org/author/lydia-martin) Aug 10 2020 Many students look forward to the summer as a time when they are free of classes, homework, and early mornings. But even though your child might not actively be engaged in the classroom doesn’t mean. [Read more](https://blog.friendscentral.org/summer-reading-tips) [![FCS blog feature image\_preparing for middle school](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/FCS-feature-image_making-transition-to-middle-school.jpg)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/how-to-prepare-for-middle-school) ## [How to Prepare Your Student for the Transition to Middle School](https://blog.friendscentral.org/how-to-prepare-for-middle-school) [By Andrea Dominic Lubrano](https://blog.friendscentral.org/author/andrea-dominic-lubrano) Jul 27 2020 For most children, and even many adults, routine is vital.  [Read more](https://blog.friendscentral.org/how-to-prepare-for-middle-school) [![summer learning loss prevention (feature image)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/summer%20learning%20FCS%20Blog_Feature%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/how-to-prevent-summer-learning-loss) ## [4 Ways Parents Can Prevent Summer Learning Loss](https://blog.friendscentral.org/how-to-prevent-summer-learning-loss) [By Kristi Kallam](https://blog.friendscentral.org/author/kristi-kallam-1) Jul 08 2020 Summer learning loss—also known as the “summer setback” or the “summer slide”—is on the horizon as the school year comes to a close. As families are already starting to think about making up for lost. [Read more](https://blog.friendscentral.org/how-to-prevent-summer-learning-loss) [![FCS Blog Is a Private Elementary Education Right for your Family - Feature Image](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/FCS%20Blog%20Is%20Private%20Elementary%20Education%20Right%20for%20your%20Family%20-%20Feature%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/is-private-school-worth-it-in-elementary) ## [Is a Private Elementary Education Right For Your Family?](https://blog.friendscentral.org/is-private-school-worth-it-in-elementary) [By Andrea Dominic Lubrano](https://blog.friendscentral.org/author/andrea-dominic-lubrano) Mar 05 2020 If nothing else, parents of elementary-aged students know one thing to be true: Planning and preparing for your child’s education can be an overwhelming and often confusing task. You want to ensure. [Read more](https://blog.friendscentral.org/is-private-school-worth-it-in-elementary) [![Advantages of Sports Participation in Elementary School FCS](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/FCS%20Blog%20Advantages%20of%20Sports%20Participatio%20in%20Elementary%20School%20Feature%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/advantages-of-sports-participation-in-elementary-school) ## [4 Advantages of Sports Participation in Elementary School](https://blog.friendscentral.org/advantages-of-sports-participation-in-elementary-school) [By Luke Nowell](https://blog.friendscentral.org/author/luke-nowell) Mar 04 2020 The importance of regular exercise and physical activity in today’s day and age cannot be stressed enough. This is especially true for parents who want to ensure their children maintain both mental. [Read more](https://blog.friendscentral.org/advantages-of-sports-participation-in-elementary-school) [![High School Interview Questions Blog Featured Image](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/Important-Qualities-for-All-Children-and-Students.jpg)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/high-school-interview-questions) ## [12 High School Interview Questions and How to Answer Them](https://blog.friendscentral.org/high-school-interview-questions) [By Bill Kennedy](https://blog.friendscentral.org/author/bill-kennedy) Mar 03 2020 Many [private and independent high schools](https://www.friendscentral.org/academics/upper-school) have admissions processes that, in some cases, mirror those of colleges and universities. Students and parents are asked to fill out lengthy applications,. [Read more](https://blog.friendscentral.org/high-school-interview-questions) [![FCS Toddlers Preparing FOr Presc](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/FCS%20Blog%2c%20Preparing%20toddlers%20for%20preschools%20Feature%20Main%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/preparing-toddlers-for-preschool) ## [5 Tips and Tricks to Prepare Your Toddler for Preschool](https://blog.friendscentral.org/preparing-toddlers-for-preschool) [By Andrea Dominic Lubrano](https://blog.friendscentral.org/author/andrea-dominic-lubrano) Feb 26 2020 The decision to [enroll your child in preschool](https://www.friendscentral.org/academics/lower-school/early-childhood) is an exciting milestone for your family—a new adventure that signals the beginning of your child’s personal and academic future! It marks their first. [Read more](https://blog.friendscentral.org/preparing-toddlers-for-preschool) [![How can small Elementary School Classes Benefit Your Child, Feature Image](https://blog.friendscentral.org/hubfs/FCS-STEM-in-early-childhood.jpg)](https://blog.friendscentral.org/benefits-of-smaller-class-sizes-in-elementary-school) ## [How Can Small Elementary School Classes Benefit Your Child](https://blog.friendscentral.org/benefits-of-smaller-class-sizes-in-elementary-school) [By Andrea Dominic Lubrano](https://blog.friendscentral.org/author/andrea-dominic-lubrano) Feb 24 2020 When it comes to evaluating elementary schools for your child, there are many factors that parents should take into consideration. The school’s [educational philosophy](https://www.friendscentral.org/academics/quaker-philosophy) is a major concern, as is. 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