Homework Best Practices for Middle School Parents
Flint Hill teachers and parents have found these tips helpful for guiding daily homework for most middle school students.
Read MoreThe Right Conversations to Have When Starting Your College Search
While the noise and public focus around admissions have skyrocketed, the family’s core mission hasn’t changed: finding a place where your child will thrive. Honest conversations at home will set your family on the best path.
Read MoreGetting Ready for Kindergarten Without the Stress
Blog Summary: Preparing young children for kindergarten should be an exciting milestone rather than a source of stress or anxiety for families. True school readiness relies less on early academic drill work and more on nurturing curiosity, independence, social connection, and emotional resilience. This guide from Flint Hill School offers practical strategies to help parents…
Read MoreKindergarten Readiness: What Parents Can Do at Home
You don’t need to become a teacher — you just need to nurture curiosity and independence. Here are a few simple and meaningful ways to help your child build confidence and independence before they start school.
Read MoreFostering Connection: How Belonging Boosts Brains, Resilience, and Well-Being
We are all wired for connection. It’s not just a nice idea — it’s a basic human need! To support interpersonal development and overall well-being, all of us — including self-identified introverts — need in-person connection. It’s the simple stuff that reduces stress, boosts communication skills, and genuinely promotes better health.
Read More7 Things You Need to Know Before Your Student Starts 9th Grade
Blog Summary: Transitioning into 9th grade marks a major developmental and academic milestone that requires thoughtful preparation for both students and families. For families preparing for 9th grade transition at Flint Hill, fostering independence, establishing strong organizational habits, and encouraging balanced involvement in co-curricular activities are essential steps. Incoming high schoolers can build a solid…
Read More5 Things You Need to Do to Get Your Middle Schooler Ready for College
Middle school lays the foundation for the social-emotional and organizational skills your child will need for college success, and that doesn’t come from test prep and textbooks.
Read More7 Tips for Supporting Your Middle Schooler Without Getting in Their Way
As a middle school parent, your role is not to be completely hands-off and let them fend for themselves in every way, nor is it to do work for them to prevent anxiety and “ensure” a good grade.
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