LEAD for Littles
As parents, have you ever wondered how to translate big ideas into manageable and actionable pieces for your younger kids? That’s exactly the question we were asking ourselves at Landmark last year when we adopted the theme: LEAD. Lead Courageously Eliminate Passivity Accept Responsibility Desire the Greater Reward. These are great principles, but what do […]
What’s the Best Phone for Your Student?
“But everybody has a phone.” Parents, have you heard that one from your student before? Maybe you’re in the place where you are thinking about getting your student a device, but you don’t know if they’re ready yet. The truth is, they’re probably not. At least, they’re not ready for unrestricted 24/7 access to the […]
Substance Safety
In a world where, according to The National Institute on Drug Abuse, 31.2% of high school seniors nationwide report using an illegal drug in the past year, how do you talk to your kids about substance abuse safety? It can feel like a daunting conversation. However, it’s one that every parent should be prepared for, […]
How to Make Your Early Elementary Student a Math Wizard
Have you ever wondered how you can help prepare your preschool or early grades student to become a mathematical rockstar? What if I were to tell you that there are a couple easy tricks that you can do at home as a part of your everyday activities? It can even be fun! Here’s the rundown: […]
Having Tough Conversations With Your Kids
Parenting can be hard, especially when it involves having tough conversations with your kids. However, you have a voice in their lives that no one else does, so how can we use that voice in those challenging moments to help lead our kids well? How do we, as parents, enter into these challenging conversations with […]
Raising Resilent Kids
A recent study by KFF reports that nearly 1 out of every 5 adolescents struggles with anxiety or depression. The data is no better for adults. Moreover, 55% of respondents said that they see youth mental health as a national crisis. In this context, how do we, as parents, raise healthy, resilient kids? Certainly, there […]
Helping Kids Own Their Faith
The ultimate goal of Christian parenting is to help our kids grow to be mature followers of Christ. Sure, we want them to be smart, successful, and safe. We want them to be happy in life, but all of that pales in comparison to the eternal reward of a life reconciled to Christ. As parents, […]
Preparing the Child for the Way
Each August, we find ourselves sharpening pencils, preparing lunch boxes, and setting alarm clocks a bit earlier. As parents and educators, it’s natural to want to prepare the way for our children by removing obstacles, smoothing rough paths, and creating an easier journey. This work matters. Routines, organization, and preparation help our students walk into […]
Fostering Lifelong Readers
Do you remember Pizza Hut’s “BOOK IT!” Program? In the ‘80s and ‘90s, students could earn a coupon for a free personal pan pizza by reading a certain number of books. Those were the good ol’ days! As a culture, we have been looking for ways to incentivize reading for decades. With the introduction of […]
Strengthening the Home-School Partnership
At Landmark, we believe that a strong partnership between parents and teachers is essential for nurturing both the academic and spiritual growth of our students. This concept is a part of our mission: Landmark Christian School partners with Christian families by equipping college-bound students to embrace a Christ-centered worldview, grow as servant leaders and steward […]