PARENT INFORMATION
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Learning Network - http://www.nytimes.com/learning
" Offering the most profound resources and fostering the most active community for teachers, students and parents."
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National Coalition For Parent Involvement In Education (NCPIE) - http://www.ncpie.org
An advocacy group "Dedicated to developing effective family/school partnerships in schools throughout America."
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American Library Association - http://www.ala.org
" The oldest, largest and most influential library association in the world." |
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“Parents Guide to Media Literacy on the Internet" - http://www.websmartkids.org
This site, helps families use the Internet safely and effectively. Provides suggestions for safe surfing, teaches how to identify differences between reliable and unreliable Web sites, helps develop family standards for Web sites, and provides tools for creating a family Web site. Cable in the Classroom is a sponsor of this site. |
National Parenting Center - http://www.tnpc.com
Provides parents with guidance from renowned child-rearing authorities. |
National Parent/Teacher Association - http://www.pta.org
" Largest volunteer association in the United States working exclusively on behalf of children and youth." |
LIBRARY
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American Library Association - http://www.ala.org
" The oldest, largest and most influential library association in the world." |
FAMILY SITES
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P.B.S. Online - http://www.pbs.org
This is the official web site of the Public Broadcasting System. |
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Drug Prevention Resource Center, Inc. - http://www.drugpreventionresource.org
To increase awareness of problems associated with substance abuse through prevention and education to the community with a goal of reducing substance abuse. |
Bright Futures Scholarship - http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org
Beginning with 2002 graduates, students apply for a Bright Futures Scholarship by submitting a completed Florida Financial Aid Application during their last year in high school. Seniors may now apply online. |
FACTS - http://www.facts.org
Florida Academic Counseling and Tracking for Students. "FACTS.org is your central web resource for planning and managing your higher education experience." |
Family Education Network -
http://www.familyeducation.com
Articles how to inspire kids to love books, challenging gifted kids, child development, etc. Also, links to other helpful sites, information on test-taking, college planning, health and safety, learning disabilities, etc. |
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Princeton Review Online -
http://www.review.com
This site contains many tips designed to help individuals succeed in college and develop a career. |
Florida Department of Education: Sunshine State Standards -http://www.firn.edu/doe/menu/sss.htm
This is the official web site of the required curriculum standards which must be taught by Florida educators. |
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FCAT Call Center -
Beginning Monday, May 21, DOE experts will be available to answer parent questions from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Parents may call 866-507-1109 to ask questions about FCAT, recent changes to Florida’s accountability system, and how this impacts students and teachers.
Call Center Information: FCAT Call Center
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Florida’s Path to Success -
http://www.floridapathtosuccess.org/
Visit the Florida’s Path to Success website to find out more information about Florida’s transition to tougher standards and higher expectations. The website features a letter from Commissioner Robinson, timelines about Florida’s education system, a question and answer page, and video from a Florida public school parent.
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DOE Parent Portal by Novachi -
http://parents.fldoe.org/home
In partnership with Novachi, the department is launching the DOE Parent Portal. This public forum is designed for parents to ask questions and voice ideas at the state level. The portal features a parent blog, discussion board, and announcements page with more education resources coming soon. Parents may logon for access to this free user-friendly site.
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DOE Just for Parents E-mail -
This e-mail address is especially for Florida’s parents to get answers, voice opinions and share ideas with the department. Send an e-mail to justforparents@fldoe.org
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FastWeb - http://www.fastweb.com
| Benefits of FastWeb |
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Largest source of local, national and college-specific scholarships |
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Personalized scholarship matching |
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Search and compare colleges that are right for you |
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Find colleges with scholarship money for you |
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Tools and tips to help you pay for college |
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Jobs and internships for students |
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