EDUCATION Features
Private Schools
Thousands of Northern Virginia parents supplement their children’s private-school educations with private tutors, a multibillion-dollar industry nationwide. Why?
Entering Freshmen
For the second time in a year, Kristen Skowronski, an eighth grader at Herndon’s Carson Middle School, is appearing on “Virginia Report,” the local television show hosted by Del. Kenneth R. Plum.
Kitchen Consequential
Although some might argue that the D.C.-Metro area lacks the glitz of established dining meccas like New York City, Los Angeles or Chicago, the roster of marquee chefs and nationally recognized restaurants that have set up shop within our very borders…
The Play by Play
Coaches and players from Virginia colleges’ most reputable teams tell us where they are going and reflect on where they have been.
Never Too Late To Learn
More and more, colleges and universities are acknowledging the demanding schedules, harried lives and educational needs of adult students.
We Rule—Here’s How We Know
With tuition rates climbing along with energy costs, wise families are choosing the path to higher education that is closest to home. Fortunately for Virginia residents, our state is a bevy of public and private institutions serving the needs of diverse student profiles.
Getting Campy
Though the weather’s still chilly, one very warm date already looms in the minds of many Northern Virginian parents and children: the last day of school. With summer on the horizon, youngsters are daydreaming about the long, sunny days…
Beating the System
The teenager behind the counter at REI raised a pierced eyebrow at Kathy Mimberg. “Wow, that must be some preschool,” he said, dubiously surveying the collection of long underwear, thermal socks, hand packs and a sub-zero sleeping bag she had chosen.
Report Card
Dropping off a child for the first day of preschool is a bittersweet moment for most parents. When the search for a child care provider is complete, parents are left to wonder whether they made the right decision.
Top Preschools
Preschool is more than circle time, snacks and nap. Today’s parents expect a thorough and quality education for their little ones. “There’s a crescendo effect that’s beginning,” said Mark Ginsberg, executive director of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.