Education

A: Multi-media content is key to inspire imagination for today’s young learners.

A: Beginning Oct. 6, WKAR Education and Family Newsletters are consolidating into ONE newsletter called WKAR Family.

A: Out-of-school programs should have a reputation for high quality just as any other education program.

A: Parents can impact the school environment by being positive.

A: WKAR, your local Michigan Learning Channel station, is presenting a Facebook live virtual event: “MICHIGAN’S GREAT RETURN TO SCHOOL: A STATEWIDE TOWN HALL” on Wednesday, September 8 at 6 pm. This event is designed to empower families with information as partners in their children’s education for the 2021-22 school year.

Research out of Michigan State University indicates widespread damage to test results.

A: Absolutely — regular attendance is essential for a preschooler to develop school readiness.

A: Sleep is extremely important for everyone, but of greater importance for a preschooler.

A: There are many benefits of universal preschool for both the adult caregiver and young child, but the most significant benefit is in providing school readiness access for ALL children.

A: There are still unknowns when it comes to what the upcoming school year will look like, but families can support their children through the uncertainty by staying connected.