Parenting resources on the internet

The internet is full of great resources that can help you as a parent.  From the product recalls and child personality quiz at the National Parenting Center to the tips at Parenting Magazine, there's support and knowledge to help you through the challenges of parenting.  Take some time this summer to browse through the following list, as recommended by Classroom Connect.

Internet Safety
www.ncmec.org  (National Center for Missing and Exploited Children)
www.netsmartz.org  (Interactive site for ages 5 through 17 sponsored by NCMEC)
www.netlingo.com  (Chat and computer terms, definitions, slang, acronyms)
www.spectorsoft.com  (Example of monitoring software)
www.fbi.gov  (Go to link called “For The Family” and then to Internet safety)
www.bsafehome.com (Filter example)
www.netnanny.com   (Filter example)
www.cybersitter.com  (Filter example)

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children also has an informative flyer with much more information about internet predators.  See it here...

General
National Parenting Center
National PTA
Family Education Network
Parent Soup
Parenting.Org
American Academy of Pediatrics
Parenting Magazine
Kid Safety on the Web
Pro Parenting
The National Parent Information Network
ParentsTalk: Because You're Always a Parent
Parenting Teens

Education
Ensuring your child's success in school is the our goal.  Education agencies, information and advice are available in the following links:

US Department of Education
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Cooperative Educational Service Agency (CESA) #4
Special Education Resources on the Internet (SERI)
Helping Your Child Succeed in School
Help Your Child Learn to Write Well
Helping Your Child Learn Math
Helping Your Preschool Child
Helping Your Child Through Early Adolescence
Helping Your Child Become a Responsible Citizen
How Parents Can Support Gifted Kids

Health and Nutrition
Keeping your kids healthy is a big task.  Learn more about health exams, nutrition and sleep loss in these links:

KidsHealth.org
Sleep Loss Hits Child Brain
Tips for Parents:  Understanding Finicky Eaters

Building Self-Esteem
Do you want your child to have the abilities to accept responsibility, handle frustration, try new things and act independently?  Helping him or her build self-esteem can assist.

Helping Your Child Develop Self-Esteem
Your Child's Mental Health:Building Self-Esteem in Children

Behavior, Discipline, Development, and Concerns
Some of the more difficult aspects of raising a child are covered in these links.

9 Things To Do Instead of Spanking
Behavior, Emotions, and Development Index
CHADD: Children & Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder
AACAP: Facts for Families
Because I Love You: The Parenting Support Group
Special Child Magazine Online
LD (Learning Disabilities Online)
Growing Up Drug Free: A Parent's Guide to Prevention

On our site...

We have a variety of information available to you on this website.  Click on any of the items on the list below.

Volunteering
We welcome volunteers!  Find out more information on the volunteer page.

School Performance Report
Our School Performance Report details a number of facts about our district.  It can be accessed here.

Insights
Insights is a monthly school district publication that showcases our programs, staff and students in our district. It is mailed to all boxholders in the school district. 

Information via the WI Department of Public Instruction
Full of detailed data, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction's website offers information about our school as well as all other public schools across the state through WINSS.  In addition, teacher licensing information is available on the site as well.  

Curriculum
Our entire library of curriculum maps can be accessed on this website.  These curriculum maps detail what students are expected to do in their classes from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Community and Schools Partnership
Another wonderful resource is the Community and Schools Partnership.  Click on the above link to find out more about this program that links our schools and our community.

School Closings
If it becomes necessary to close school due to inclement weather, WWIS 99.7FM, Z-93 93.3 FM and WAXX 104.5 will be notified prior to 6:00 a.m.  These stations will be asked to announce this information periodically.