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GETTING READY FOR HIGH SCHOOL
WHAT'S NEW

• Parenting Teens Online
  This site provides information on how to improve the dialogue between parents and teens on such topics as health, wellness, relationships, education, and money.
  
  
• ReadiStep
  Beginning in fall 2009, College Board, the owner of the SAT, will offer a new test for 8th graders--ReadiStep. It is intended to help student assess their skills as they prepare for high school.
  
  
• The Fun Works
  This Web site links the interests and hobbies of young people, ages 11 to 15, to future careers.
  
  
• Getting Ready for Kindergarten
  A Guide for Parents, Newly Revised 2008 Edition
  Getting Ready for Kindergarten gives practical tips and background about a child's transition into public schools.
  
  
• Partnership for Learning
  This is a gateway site to numerous resources designed for elementary and middle school parents, educators and students.
  
  
• 10 Practical Tips for Parents (PDF file)
  This downloadable handout may be particularly useful to parents whose children are transitioning from elementary to middle or intermediate schools.