Kate Barrington

Kate Barrington is a talented freelance writer with more than 10 years of experience. She is an expert in the field of education, writing on topics ranging from public schooling to community colleges.

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Here we cover the history of public schools, explain the various types and discuss their pros/cons. Learn more about technology on campus, health and nutrition issues, and the latest information related to a variety of student populations.

About Public Schools

This section provides tools to aid in finding the best public school option for your child. Compare private and public schools, explore school zoning issues, and delve into the public school grading and ranking system. Find information on the safest schools and what they are doing right.

Evaluating Public Schools

Each child learns differently. Here we offer resources on learning styles and the classroom models that support them, expert advice on how to improve learning, and tips on parental involvement.

Parenting and Learning Issues

From unions to vouchers, school budgets to discipline policies, we cover some of the most controversial issues affecting public schools today. Learn more about education reform and how it impacts your family. Keep current on the latest controversies regarding religion, sex-education, civil rights and more.

Public School Policies

Learn more about the latest trends in the public school job market. Resources to aid in job searches, meeting education and experience requirements, and improving skills are available here.

Public School Jobs

We've organized this category into four geographic subcategories to make it easier for you to peruse these archival articles.

Local School Topics

The author's considered opinion about public school issues.

This category covers topics such as classroom technology, classroom management, teacher training and more.

Funding for K-12 education as well as for college.

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About Public Schools
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Evaluating Public Schools
Public School Jobs
Teaching