Dress codes in schools make sense – they set out concrete guidelines to keep students decent and at least somewhat professionally dressed. In theory, they can help to set students on an equal footing and reduce the disparity in dress between the economically disadvantaged and the well-off. Some administrators alsoRead More

I come from a family of teachers, I have many friends that are teachers, and I work in the fields of education and psychology. Playful ribbing of the struggles and strife that educators have to put up with has always been a popular topic in my life. I have noticedRead More

Mr. Gallo’s AP European History class was legendary. I heard about it even before my freshman year, from older friends who were preparing to take it in the fall. They told me about the infamous summer assignment and the sheer volume of work which it entailed – extensive textbook readingRead More

If you’re the parent of a teenager, you’ve probably spent a fair bit of time thinking about college tuition. One thing which may be much on your mind is that it can’t possibly have been this expensive in your day – and indeed, the cost of a college education has increasedRead More

Here at Thesis, we’ve written a lot about college admissions – from our advice on the early stages of planning to this weekend’s piece about visiting prospective colleges. It’s something parents and students think about a lot – as well they should, because sending a child to college is aRead More

Texas Academy of Math and Science alum, Ly Hoang, provided Thesis with an inside view of what it takes to be a “TAMSter.” Do you have a child who is academically talented and wish he/she can be challenged more? Ever wish your child could skip several grade levels and goRead More

America is finally trying to take the necessary steps to address our growing educational deficit — recent studies showing that American students are falling behind their peers in other countries have made education a priority once again (or at least made K-12 education a politically valuable topic). Most of thisRead More

If you’re reading this magazine, you probably care about being a good parent. You probably put time and effort into enriching your child’s life – in education and in other areas. But what does it mean, really, to be a good parent? In a recent op-ed, Forbes contributor Jordan ShapiroRead More

In most professions, a planner is utilized and organized based on the needs of its user. Highlighters block off hours to indicate an average level of busyness and remind one of the time needed for meetings and collaboration. However, Gawker recently asked teachers to be brutally honest about what theirRead More

It’s a brand new year, which means some important financial deadlines are approaching in the Spring. For current and prospective college students, the 2015 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available to complete online. The FAFSA is used annually to determine student eligibility for financial aid toRead More

When you see buzz about education technology – like our recent feature on President Obama’s ConnectED Initiative – do you find yourself wondering why it matters? Do students really need laptops or tablets? And are agenda apps and digital textbooks really necessary? If you feel this way, you’re certainly not aloneRead More

The holiday season is in full swing, and many want their holiday party to be both enjoyable and unique. At General Academic, we always make room for trivia at our parties–have to keep our people on their toes, after all! This year, I’ve decided to share that trivia with you,Read More

In the week leading up to Thanksgiving, many classes – particularly in elementary schools – study the historical origins of the holiday. They learn about the Pilgrims and their struggles, the help they received from Squanto, and their harvest feast with the Wampanoags. All of these stories have a basisRead More

Disclaimer: the views and opinions expressed in Thesis Magazine opinion pieces are those of the author and should not be seen to represent the publication as a whole. Have you ever taken a moment just to think about all of the opportunities Houston provides for top-notch K-12 education? For lifelongRead More

The Montessori Method of education is a common alternative to the traditional classroom structure. It emphasizes “the development of the whole child” and allows students independence to learn at their own pace and in their own way. A Montessori classroom is decentralized and open, and multiple grades are typically combinedRead More

You probably have an opinion on “helicopter parenting” – the ever-vigilant, ever-helpful parenting style practiced by many in America and around the world. Some people feel strongly that helicoptering stifles children’s independence and their ability to think and learn for themselves, but others would say that a certain amount ofRead More