The Back-to-School Social Network

By Dr. Rebecca Deurlein – In the next month, you will be bombarded with all things “back-to-school.” Aside from the sales flyers and ads, you will be counseled on how to prepare your kids for the first day and how to help them get back to an academic mindset. But what is often ignored – and,...

Fort Bend’s Friday Night Lights

By Molly Cardenas – For some, fall is about sweaters and changing leaves. For others, images of Halloween and harvest come to mind. But, here in Fort Bend, fall means one thing and one thing only – time  for high school football. Fortunately for fans, this season promises no shortage of games and a...

Is Your Child Kindergarten Ready?

By Tim Kaminski – Making sure that your child is Kindergarten ready is an important step in the overall success of his or her  long-term education. But making certain that your child is ready is more than just purchasing school supplies and new sneakers. Before you pack your little one off to...

College Bound

  Make your personal space pop Academics aside, gearing up for college is a big job. Whether you’re headed to the dorms or sharing an apartment or house with friends, making your surroundings comfortable and functional will let you focus on your studies. From cozy bedding to help you catch your...

10 Ways to Simplify Back to School Shopping

While kids and parents alike eagerly await the fresh start of a new school year, the back to school season is not without its share of stressors for busy families. The start of school means new schedules, teachers, shoes, backpacks and friends, as well as new academic challenges. If the shopping itself is...

Community Support Requested for Countywide School Supplies Event

Seven local organizations have teamed up to host the area’s first countywide back-to-school event and are seeking community support to help more than 1,500 students on a single day. Hosted by Fort Bend County Collaborative Information System (FBCCIS), the August 15th event will be held at the University of...

2015 Top High School Graduates

These Fort Bend top scholars have made the grade and graduated at the top of their class after years of hard work and commitment to their academic careers. Check out who they are, which Fort Bend school they attended and which college or university they plan to attend. When you see these bright, young adults...

Kn.I.L.E. Center: A“Boutique Style” Solution to Education

Kn.I.L.E. Center offers two cornerstone programs. Kn.I.L.E. Prep Academy (KPA) is a 3rd through 12th grade private school that works with both sides of the bell curve, struggling students or those who want to get ahead. Education is not a “one size fits all” concept, so the school follows the child’s...

Sugar Grove Christian School: Expect More!

Sugar Grove Christian School (SGCS) invites you to its Open House on January 22nd at 7 pm. Open registration begins January 21st, and class sizes are limited. SGCS is a private, non-profit school for pre-kindergarten through sixth grade students. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and...

International Preparatory School: Excellence, Diversity, Communication and Enrichment

Parents have several choices when it comes to their children. Those who visit the International Preparatory School are looking for a fresh philosophy and a renewed energy in teaching. Smaller class sizes rank as the number one concern. Why? This provides individual attention for students who require more...

Gingerbread: Quality Education in Fort Bend County

Now is the time to turn our thoughts to the new year. Last year, the Gingerbread Family of learning centers opened its newest location in Richmond, Texas. For over 33 years, The Gingerbread House Learning Center and the new Gingerbread Kids’ Academy have created an environment where children can learn and...

Discover the Fort Bend Christian Academy Difference

Fort Bend Christian Academy (FBCA) has an exciting story to tell. Beginning with seven students in 1987, the school has grown to almost 900 students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12. It is strategically located on 35 acres in the heart of Sugar Land, one of the fastest growing communities in the United...

St. Mark’s Episcopal School Is a Special Gift

absolutely! Kid Friendly – The mission of St. Mark’s Episcopal School is to encourage spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional and physical development in young children through an enriched curriculum rooted in the Christian faith. Within a nurturing Christian community, St. Mark’s Episcopal...

A One-Stop Shop for Gymnastics & Karate

absolutely! Kid Friendly – You’ll see kids flipping, tumbling, birthday partying, cheerleading and karate chopping with exceptional skill. It’s more fun than the circus coming to town, and your kids will learn many new skills. For the last 35 years, Robert Gifford, founder of Safety America Karate,...

Growing in Intelligence, Strength and Character

Do you want more for your child? Trent InternationalE School offers a flexible education suited to enhance students’ individual talents and conquer any existing educational gaps. In addition to an accelerated, accredited curriculum, they emphasize an environment where students build confidence in...