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Do you speak other languages at home? It won’t hold your child back at school
Worried your child isn’t getting enough English exposure outside school? Do not abandon your home language, say Australian Catholic University researchers Valeria Maria Rigobon and Rauno Parrila.

How to foster your daughter’s confidence in maths
Girls are, on average, less confident when it comes to solving mathematic problems, but parents can help their daughters develop a positve relationship with the subject, says researcher Sarah Buckley.

Take breaks, research your options and ditch your phone: how to take care of yourself during Year 12
Year 12 students face a year filled with exams, milestones and decisions. It's not surprising many find it stressful, says Professor Stephen Lewis. Read his tips for habits and approaches they can use to get the most out their last days at school.

ATAR surprise? Here’s what to consider
What should you do if your child's ATAR is higher or lower than expected? Careers expert Helen Green offers tips and suggestions

‘School is boring’: what it means when your child says they’re bored in class, and how you can help
How do you respond when your child says ‘school is boring’? It’s important to understand why they feel that way, say University of Queensland learning experts Amanda Bourgeois and Annemaree Carroll.

Andrew Fuller: How parents can increase motivation and confidence in children (Part 2)
Helping our children overcome their fears goes a long way to boosting their motivation, says clinical psychologist and family therapist Andrew Fuller.

The handbooks for high school success
High school students encounter a range of unique challenges, but a growing series of books is stepping in to provide them with the essential tools for academic success and personal growth.

How to manage exam season
Final school exams are typically seen as a very intense period of preparation. But it is also important to rest during this time if you want to maximise your performance, writes Paul Ginns.

How to survive and thrive in exams, from Andrew Fuller
Leading clinical psychologist Andrew Fuller provides strategies for students to cope with exam anxiety and perform at their best, in one of his most popular articles on The Parents Website.