About Private Schools: Learning Differences in Private Schools

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Private Schools Private Schools Find a School Admissions Pay for School From Blythe Grossberg, your Guide to Private Schools There is greater recognition than ever before that students may be bright but may need accommodations or changes in the mainstream curriculum to learn best. This week's newsletter focuses on a school called Eagle Hill that offers programs for students with language-based learning disabilities. There is also an article to help parents of children with learning issues chose the best school. Mainstream private schools also offer students with learning issues some accommodations, and the article below explains how parents can get help for their children in mainstream schools. Have a good week. Blythe Grossberg, your about.com guide to private schools Spotlight on Eagle Hill School, CT Eagle Hill is a school for children with language-based learning issues. The school's program is intended to remediate students' learning issues and make them more confident through an academic program, speech and language specialists, counseling, and a strong extracurricular program. Read more Learning Accommodations at Private School Because they do not have to adhere to these federal laws governing the education of students with disabilities, private schools vary in the support they grant to students with learning and other disabilities. While years ago, private schools often said that they did not accept students with learning issues, today, most schools accept that learning issues, such as dyslexia and ADHD, and other issues such as autistic spectrum disorder, are common-even among very bright students. Read more See More About:  accommodations  learning disabilities  iep How to Choose a Special Education School There is a greater awareness than ever before of the different ways in which children learn and the recognition that some children, even those who are very bright, may need different settings than the traditional school in which to learn. Fortunately, special needs schools have cropped up around the country to educate children with developmental, behavioral, psychological, and cognitive needs that are not met in the general-education classroom. Read more See More About:  special education private school  dyslexia  adhd Choosing a Private School Advice and assistance with choosing a private school for your child. Private Schools Ads Private Schools Nursery School Boarding School High Schools Elementary School Featured Articles U.S. Schools School Profiles Affording a Private School Getting Into a School For Parents For Students   More from About.com 10 Bathroom Remodels There's nothing worse than a bathroom remodel that looks like it belongs in a gas station. If you're looking for inspiration, you'll find it in these luxe, lush photos. More> Inspired Bathroom Tile Choices New tile can transform your bathroom in countless ways, whether you're looking for a playful, colorful child's bath, a cool and elegant sanctuary, or a bold sophisticated escape. More> This newsletter is written by: Blythe Grossberg Private Schools Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Private Schools newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads How to Pick the Best School Prepare for Private School Interviews Choosing a Special Education School Advantages of Single-Sex Private Schools How to Pay for Private School Advertisement

About Today: How to Haggle

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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor Mostly, I love flea markets. I love the chance to find something amazing for not much money. I love the weird tables, the ones with only one thing: suncatchers from the 1970s, for example, or else dozens and dozens of bowling shoes. What I don't love, however, is haggling. How to Haggle at Flea Markets and Yard Sales And haggling is kind of a must if you want to do the flea market/yard sale thing properly. There's nothing more embarrassing than spending too much money on something you'll probably re-sell at a yard sale in two years. How to Haggle on eBay Readers Respond: Do You Pay Full Price? See More About:  shopping tips  haggling  yard sale pricing 10 Tips for Haggling I get hung up on the first tip: "There's nothing embarrassing about haggling." I'm always afraid that I'm somehow being rude, even when I know haggling is expected. How to Save Money on Anything You Buy The Debit Card Mistake That Can Cost Big Bucks See More About:  bargain shopping  buying for less  deal hunting Video: Haggling Techniques What did we do before internet video? Watching this is way easier than making my sale-savvier friends show me how it's done. The Best Time to Buy Everything How to Get the Most out of Coupons How to Haggle, for Travelers For a person who longs to be polite at all times, traveling can be scary. What's good manners at home might be rude somewhere else. This makes shopping in international markets slightly dicey for foreign visitors. Here's how to do it right. 10 Ways to Find Cheaper Airfares Cut the Cost of Hotel Stays See More About:  outdoor markets  bargaining  haggling Today Ads Bathroom Design Bathroom Tile Bathroom Renovation Bathroom Ideas Used Car Sales Featured Articles Debt Ceiling Winners and Losers Back to School Survival Guide 5 Quick Ways to Organize Your Office Top 10 Iced Tea Recipes Avoid Used Car Scams What's Your Favorite Way to Exercise?   More from About.com 10 Bathroom Remodels There's nothing worse than a bathroom remodel that looks like it belongs in a gas station. If you're looking for inspiration, you'll find it in these luxe, lush photos. More> Inspired Bathroom Tile Choices New tile can transform your bathroom in countless ways, whether you're looking for a playful, colorful child's bath, a cool and elegant sanctuary, or a bold sophisticated escape. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About French Language: Avoir du chien ~ Tu vs Vous ~ Francophone History

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French Language French Language Start Learning Practice/Perfect For Teachers From Laura K. Lawless, your Guide to French Language Avoir du chien What does the French expression "avoir du chien" mean? Learn all about it here. See More About:  avoir  chien  french expressions Today in Francophone History Learn about important dates in French and francophone history: famous birthdays, holidays and celebrations, and other milestones. Click to see today's events, or you can choose a date. See More About:  france  francophone history  French quiz: Tu vs vous Do you when it's ok to use tu and when you should really stick with vous? Test yourself with this quiz, or take a look at the lesson to review. See More About:  french tests  beginning french  french mistakes Your stories about living in France More than 20 of you have submitted stories about living in France, and I enjoyed reading every one. If you live or have lived in France, even just for a few months, please don't hesitate to share. If you haven't but want to, you'll find inspiration and encouragement in these pages. French Language Ads French Language Learn Language Language Test Language Lessons Speak Language Featured Articles tri - le mot du jour Verb of the week: découvrir Learn French on Facebook Learn French on Twitter   More from About.com 10 Bathroom Remodels There's nothing worse than a bathroom remodel that looks like it belongs in a gas station. If you're looking for inspiration, you'll find it in these luxe, lush photos. More> Inspired Bathroom Tile Choices New tile can transform your bathroom in countless ways, whether you're looking for a playful, colorful child's bath, a cool and elegant sanctuary, or a bold sophisticated escape. More> This newsletter is written by: Laura K. Lawless French Language Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About French Language newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Essential French French Proficiency Test French Verb Conjugator Daily French: word, lesson, facts French Pop Quiz Advertisement

About Homeschooling: Teen Email - Girls Craft Club - Wild Times -August

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Homeschooling Homeschooling Homeschooling 101 Curriculum Printables From Beverly Hernandez, your Guide to Homeschooling Labor Day marks the end of the summer for many homeschoolers, but many begin earlier - when are you getting started? Share your annual plan with us. Teen Email Habits - Helping or hindering? "Every word lower case, no punctuation, misspelling out of laziness/bad habits such as "rite" and "wats up." I just think this "abbreviated spelling/typing" thing is a horrible habit for these kids to get into, and to me it just reeks of no time/respect." ~ MrsByn What's your opinion? See More About:  homeschool readers share  computers  punctuation Girls Cre8 Craft Club The Girls Cre8 Craft Club offers quality projects and supplies. The special girl in your life will have a fun time making the projects, gain crafting skills she'll use in the future and explore her own creativity. See More About:  craft fun  fine arts actvities  product reviews Wild Times Magazine New Hampshire's Wild Times Magazine has lots of fun stuff for you to do, like games, quizzes and collectible wildlife cut-out cards, plus amazing wildlife stories and facts. August Fundays Calendar August is National Inventors Month, National Catfish Month, and Peach Month. August also brings: August 1st: Sports Day August 3rd: Watermelon Day August 6th: Wiggle Your Toes Day August 7th: National Kids Day August 11th: Play in the Sand Day August 15th: National Relaxation Day August 26th: Susan B. Anthony Day August 30th: National Toasted Marshmallow Day Check out the August Funday Calendar and the August Coloring Calendar. See More About:  activity calendars  holiday activity pages  holidays Homeschooling Ads Homeschooling Art and Craft Ideas Craft for Kids Art & Craft Supplies Craft Books Featured Articles What made you decide to homeschool? Teaching Multiple Grades Homeschoolers Trading Zone Is Homeschool for You? Household Organization Setting up a School Area   More from About.com 10 Bathroom Remodels There's nothing worse than a bathroom remodel that looks like it belongs in a gas station. If you're looking for inspiration, you'll find it in these luxe, lush photos. More> Inspired Bathroom Tile Choices New tile can transform your bathroom in countless ways, whether you're looking for a playful, colorful child's bath, a cool and elegant sanctuary, or a bold sophisticated escape. More> This newsletter is written by: Beverly Hernandez Homeschooling Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Homeschooling newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Homeschooling Basics / State Information Is Homeschool for You? Grade by Grade Goals Printable Worksheets / Projects / Forms State Unit Studies Advertisement