Education

Successful implementation of the Common Core State Standards requires parents, educators, policymakers, and other stakeholders to have the facts about what the standards are and what they are not. The following myths and facts aim to address common misconceptions about the development, intent,...

 A child is eligible for transitional kindergarten if a child will have his or her fifth birthday between: September 2 and December 2 • Transitional Kindergarten is the first of a two-year Kindergarten experience. • All of the laws that apply to Kindergarten apply to Transitional Kindergarten....

 The Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Literacy build on the best of existing standards and reflect the skills and knowledge students will need to succeed in college, career, and life. Understanding how the standards differ from previous standards—and the necessary...

 Founded in 2007 by clinical directors Danielle Sheehy and Jody Stiegemeyer, Behavioral Learning Center, Inc. provides behavior analytic services to children and adults with developmental disabilities and related conditions. Intervention is provided to our clients across school, home, and...

 We all have stress and anxiety in our lives. This situation holds true for adolescents, children and preschoolers, too. Anything from not getting invited to a birthday party as a preschooler, to keeping track of homework, managing work, school and social schedules, taking tests, driving in...

 Pastor Rusty George of Real Life Church in Valencia and his wife Lorrie first enrolled their daughters Lindsey and Sidney in Santa Clarita Christian School two years ago. SCCS’ caring, Christian teachers have been an aspect of the school that they have appreciated and valued. “The teachers at...

 It’s that time of year when parents wonder if their Pre-K child is truly prepared to start Kindergarten in just a few months.  The elementary schools in our area are starting Kindergarten Roundups and parents may feel anxious and concerned about this process.  Let’s face it; Kindergarten is...

Work is a central part of adult life, consuming as much as half of our waking hours. People often identify themselves by the work they do. A job can provide an individual with a sense of accomplishment and pride and have an enormous effect on our overall life satisfaction, or it can serve as a...

 The Santa Clarita Valley SELPA actively encourages parents or community members who know of a child (birth to age 22) who may have special needs to contact their local school district office. The Santa Clarita Valley Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) is a consortium of five school...

 We all know that all children develop at different rates; however, in the age range of three and four years of age there are some skills that are very important for your child’s self-esteem and learning process. For instance, being able to speak clearly is important in order that they are...

 There are a wide range of reasons that, after centuries, a Catholic education still remains a viable, and in many ways, preferable, option. Catholic schools are renowned for emphasizing excellence in academic achievement. Class size is typically smaller, and the ratio of teachers to pupils...

 Children encounter rules from a very early age and upon entering preschool are introduced to a whole new world of relationships, activities, and some new rules. Rules, boundaries and limits are necessary in child care centers just as they are at home as we prepare children for the real world....

 The County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors has approved a request by the William S. Hart Union High School District to change its governing board member elections to even years. The next governing board member election will be in November 2018. At its meeting held December 20, 2016, the...

 Jaelin Kinney Makes American Football Worldwide Ireland Team. Jaelin Kinney, a Saugus HS senior, has made the American Football Worldwide (AFW) Elite International team.  Jaelin, who is the current Varsity Sack Record holder for the Centurions, will be playing starting Defensive Line for the...