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The Bulletin is the Massachusetts PIRC’s newsletter, which is sent to members of our mailing list four times per year. It has useful information and tips on how families can become more involved in their children’s development and education, from working with their child at home to building relationships with teachers and the school. Written in family friendly language, the Bulletin keeps families up to date on the latest changes in education across the state and the nation. These publications are listed in order of date published.
"Making the Most of Homework"
Helping with homework is one of the best ways families can support their children’s success at school. In this Bulletin, families will find tips for how to create a positive learning environment that will support children as they strive to succeed. (Volume 10, Issue4) Available in English |
Spanish | Portuguese
"Science in the Summer"
Summer is a great time to bring science to life for your kids!
This Bulletin suggests ways to keep learning alive during the summer months while nurturing children’s curiosity about science. (Volume 10, Issue3) Available in English |
Spanish | Portuguese
Early Math Learning Begins at Home (Volume 10, Issue2) Ways families can help young children learn math during everyday routines and activities. Available in English | Spanish |
Portuguese.
Support for Students through Educational Proficiency Plans (EPP) (Volume 10, Issue1) What is an Educational Proficiency Plan? Who should have one? How does a student successfully complete one? What’s a parent to do? Available in English | Spanish |
Portuguese.
Free Tutoring Available under the No Child Left Behind Act (Volume 9, Issue 4) key things parents need to know about how to access SES for their child. Available in
English | Spanish |
Portuguese.
Turn Summer Daze into Learning Days (Volume 9, Issue 3) How to make the most of summer. Available in
English | Spanish |
Portuguese.
Parent-Teacher Conferences: Tips for Success, Before, During and After the Conference, (Volume 9 Issue 2) English,
Spanish or
Portuguese
School Councils: Parents as Partners in School Decision Making, State Law, Membership and Responsibilities and School Improvement Plan, (Volume 9 Issue 1) English,
Spanish or
Portuguese
MCAS Parent/Guardian Report: A Roadmap, What is MCAS and Who Takes It, Overview of the Report, Understand Your Child's Performance, Using the Report to Help Your Child, (Volume 8 Issue 4) English,
Spanish or
Portuguese
Setting a Strong Foundation for Learning: Babies at Work!, Building a Learning Community, Connecting Play to Learning, (Volume 8 Issue 3) English,
Spanish or
Portuguese
Why MCAS?: Connecting the Dots, How can MCAS help me help my child? Take Action, (Volume 8 Issue 2) English,
Spanish or
Portuguese
Preparing for College: Financial Aid, Classes to Take in MIddle & High School (Volume 8 Issue 1) English, Spanish or Portuguese
Choosing a School for Your Child: Four Steps for Selecting a School, Parent Tip 1, Parent Tip 2, Steps for Choosing at a Glance (Volume 7 Issue 2 & 3) English, Spanish or Portuguese
Helping with Homework: NCLB Increases Options for Parents (Volume 7 Issue 1) English, Spanish or Portuguese
Media, Media Everywhere!: Media Literacy Begins At Home: Tips for Parents, The Basics, TV Time Activity, PBS Kids Ready to Learn, Getting Familiar with the Standards (Volume 6 Issue 3 & 4) English, Spanish or Portuguese
Parents, your involvement matters...in MATH, too!: Part 2, Workshops for Families, Principles for School Mathematics, Resources & Websites (Volume 6 Issue 1 & 2) English, Spanish or Portuguese
Parents, your involvement matters...in MATH, too!: Getting familiar with the standards: Math, What exactly is algebra?, Pointers, Useful resources (Volume 5 Issue 3 & 4) English, Spanish or Portuguese
Parents, your involvement matters...in science, too!: Parents’ PLACE is pleased to welcome Evelyn Nellum as our new Co-director!, Myths about Science, Getting Familiar with the Standards (Volume 5 Issue 2) English, Spanish or Portuguese
How to Help with Homework: Farewell to Carolyn Romano, Things to Know as Parents (Volume 5 Issue 1) English, Spanish or Portuguese
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