When the Spark Fades: Helping Your Teen Rediscover a Love of Learning You remember the child who used to ask a hundred questions a day, who wanted to know how things worked and why things mattered. Lately,... Continue reading
Student Council (StuCo): A Parent’s Guide to Leadership, Elections, and Getting Involved Student council has long been a cornerstone of school leadership opportunities, but many students and parents wonder what it actually involves and... Continue reading
We’re Jumping In: Setting Up a Home Learning Space and Routine Your Child Will Thrive In There’s a particular kind of nervous excitement that comes with a new school year, and it can feel even bigger when you’re jumping... Continue reading
Helping Student-Athletes Stay on Track for NCAA Eligibility This Summer July is the halfway point of summer, and for families of student-athletes, it’s the perfect time to pause and check on NCAA eligibility... Continue reading
How to Deal With Bullies at School: A Complete Guide for Students and Parents When your child faces bullying at school, you need clear, actionable strategies that can help. You also need the reassurance that your family does... Continue reading
More Than a Business Class: Inside NorthStar Academy’s Entrepreneurship Program Why Every High School Student Should Take Entrepreneurship What do you picture when you hear the word entrepreneur? Maybe a tech founder in a... Continue reading
How NorthStar Academy Supports Homeschool Families For many families, homeschooling begins with a desire for something more than academics alone. Parents want an education that aligns with their... Continue reading
State Voucher & ESA Programs: What Families Should Know State School Voucher & Education Savings Account (ESA) Programs More families than ever are exploring state-funded school choice... Continue reading
Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarship (EFS) 2026-27: Application Guide We’re excited to share that Tennessee families now have access to the Education Freedom Scholarship (EFS) program, which may provide eligible... Continue reading
Best Online Christian Schools: How to Choose the Right Fit Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions your family will make. For many families, the goal is not just... Continue reading