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Planning Summer Programs for YourKids? Here’s a Tax Tip That May Help Offset the Cost.
Did you know some summer day programs for kids may qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit? If you're a working parent planning summer activities, this tax tip could help offset the cost. Learn how the credit works and why programs like the Young Founders Junior Summer Program can benefit both kids and parents.

Jacquie Peterson
3 days ago3 min read


The Future Belongs To Teens Who Can Think, Communicate And Apply Critical Thinking
Every economic indicator points to the same conclusion. The future workforce will be led by humans who know how to think, communicate, collaborate, and adapt faster than technology evolves. The message from top CEOs at Amazon Web Services and Walmart is clear: technical tools will change, but human skill will dictate who becomes indispensable. The challenge for homeschool families today is that traditional education trends are moving backward. Students are being trained to me
Lenka Brady
4 days ago2 min read


Real-World Learning at Plant Street Academy
Why hands-on creation matters more than ever and how it supports real-world learning at Plant Street Academy. Why Teens Need Real-World Skills Now Most teens are growing up in an environment that rewards busywork but rarely teaches them how to build something meaningful from start to finish. Parents feel this gap every day. Grades alone do not prepare a young person to plan, communicate, problem-solve, or lead. These are the skills that determine whether a teen thrives in col
Lenka Brady
4 days ago2 min read


Traditional Schools Leave Teens Unprepared: Plant Street Academy Fills the Gap in Winter Garden
The Problem We Can’t Ignore Parents feel it every day: our teens are being tested to death, yet somehow they’re still leaving high school without the skills to truly take flight in a confident manner. They can recite math formulas but freeze when asked to introduce themselves in an interview. They turn in essays but struggle to manage their own time, emotions, or stress. The truth is, the traditional system was not built for the world our kids are growing up in. Today’s teens
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Sep 19, 20252 min read
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