Melanie Flake
Online schools didn’t work for us
From my experience, it takes a unique student and a lot of support, for a student to be successful in online, or virtual school. What do you think?
Should student-athletes be required to find their own rides to events?
I am not very comfortable having my son ride with other teenage drivers, but most of the time, it is the only choice I have.
I am glad Idaho requires a senior project
Did you think it was a worthwhile use of your child’s time? Tell me what you think.
Studying local politics is an eye-opening experience
Understanding voting and researching candidates is not nearly as difficult or boring as I thought it would be.
Join me on my search for voter information
How do I register? Who is on the ballot?
I vow to be an informed voter
It’s not easy and it takes time. I will share what I learn along the way to the May 15 primary.
What we learned from a college campus visit
We have a long list of things to do before classes begin in the fall, but now we what he needs to do to be ready.
What do you do when it’s time for “The Talk”?
Do you know what your school teaches your kid about puberty and sex?
How the middle school running club ruined my dream
My daughter didn’t need me to fall in love with running — she got it from her friends.
What are the best ways to deal with bullying?
Here’s what I learned when I found out my daughter was bullied and I met with her principal.