Considering a Private School for Your Child? Here's How to Choose. Selecting the best school for your child can be a tough decision.t One of the most frequent questions parents ask of Justin Zimmerman, Headmaster of the Linsly School in Wheeling, WV, is how they should go about choosing the right school for their son or daughter 2018 Fall Visit Day Here are a few thoughts he shares with parents as SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20th 9AM they go through the selection process: I. Look for a supportive, safe community where your child will be known as an individual. Students learn best when they feel known and supported. Adult and peer-to-peer connections are critical to adolescent growth and development. Students need to know they belong. Teachers should be able to identify your child's strengths, abilities, and special interests. When teachers know their students, they can connect learning to the students' interests, identify areas for improvement, and engage students in meaningful learning, Communities with smaller class sizes tend to promote positive relationships Look for an environment where talented and passionate teachers interact with your child on a daily basis 2. The best schools with the best teachers invest in regular professional development, provide on-going teacher training, and expect teachers to research the best teaching practices and methods. 5. Do you see your child attending a four-year college or university? If so, what resources does the school have to preparey child or such an opportunity? Will the school help you navigate this process as a family:? r children deserve to be in an environment where teachers Education is one of the greatest gifts continually improve and model what good learning looks like. Ask how often teachers engage in professional development.you to make the decision for your child's 3. Ask about the school's expectations. they will ever receive from you. It's up to education. Visit schools, observe classes, speak to administrators, and make sure you Parents should ask, "Do the discipline policies align with my make an informed decision. expectations as a parent" and "Does the school actively uphold high expectations for behavior and expect students to school for your child, The Linsly School be kind, respectful, and appropriate inside and outside of theAdmissions Office can help guide the classroom What gets modeled and enforced for children at discussion and an home and in school has a huge impact on their personal decisions. the transportation options Linsly offers to and from Washington, PA. Visit www.linsly.orgladmissions or call If you're considering choosing a private our admissions office at 304-233-1436 for more information about visiting campus. answer your questions. sting an "Experience Linsly Day"We look forward to meeting you! 4. Parents should consider extra-curricular opportunities available and preparedness for life after high school on Saturday, October 20, from 9 am to noon. You are most welcome to attend. Your family can learn about the opportuniti that Linsly offers, meet faculty and Sponsored content brought to you by Meaningful engagement inside and outside of the classroom is important. Experiences outside of the classroom help shape a child's experience. Will your son or able to participate in those things at their school? shter be able toadministrators, learn about our financial aidThe Linsly School and scholarship opportunities, and discuss LEARN LEAD LIVE