Attendance Matters
Attendance is one of the most important factors in determining a child’s success in school. Absences, especially at the elementary level may seem like they are not a big deal, but as you can see by viewing the chart below, it all adds up. Please make sure to send your child to school everyday. Missing… […]
Helping Kids Get More Exercise
In today’s world, kids have ample exposure to screens and spend a lot of time sitting. This is having an impact on kids’ health and happiness. Here are some tips to help them ditch the screens and move more.
Supporting Your Child in Math
Math can be a difficult subject for many students. Luckily, there are many things that parents can do at home to help foster a love for math and improve skills.
March is Reading Month
Reading is celebrated across the nation during the month of March. Ford Heights has many activities planned in our buildings, but you can also celebrate at home with your child. Here are some great ways to incorporate reading into the month of March, and beyond.
A Growth Mindset
Some children are born with an inner drive to keep trying over and over when they fail. Most children aren’t, though, and it is up to us to help them see that failing is actually the key to succeeding. Teaching our children the word YET is key. They may come to you and say, “I […]
Support Your Child’s Education from Home
Volunteering in the classroom is not always something parents can do. Luckily, it isn’t the only way to foster your child’s education. According to the National Education Association (NEA), here are four tips for what parents can do outside the classroom to help their child succeed.
Tips for Making Praise Matter
Praising children is very important whether you are a teacher or a parent. Here are some tips that will help make praise mean more to the child.
Winter Can Affect How We Feel
Illinois winters can cause you to feel down and sleep more than usual. Don’t be too quick to accept this as a normal part of life. You may be suffering from seasonal affective disorder (SAD). At school, we also see this in some of our students. Not everyone is suffering from SAD, some are suffering […]
Keeping Kids Active in the Winter
Keeping kids active in the winter can be a challenge, but it’s not impossible. Here are some ideas to help keep kids moving.
Lester Crown MSI Distinguished Teacher Award
Congratulations to Mrs. Matrina Eno (7/8th grade science teacher) who was chosen to receive the Lester Crown MSI (Museum of Science and Industry) Distinguished Teacher Award. Mrs. Eno has been a teacher with FHSD #169 for 23 years. This award is given to educators who have completed at least four of MSI’s science teacher education […]