Parent U

Parent University

The Berkley Schools YouTube Channel has many videos for parents!

College Aid Nights

Currently online are many parent and college aid nights videos. 
External LinkCheck all the College Aid Night Videos

College Prep

External LinkCollege Prep-101: Advice and Checklists for College Planning
External LinkHow to Study

PTA/PTSA

Learn more about the Berkley Schools PTA/PTSA groups(TODO ADD LINK)

Social Media: Teens, Tweens and Social Media

Learn how to Repair a Student's Online Reputation.

Quick facts and resources on Tweens, Teens and the Social Media Culture.

Adolescent Depression vs Teenage Moodiness

See the powerpoint presentation below for information about Adolescent Depression vs Teenage Moodiness. This presentation was made at Norup International School to parents. During this presentation, parents watched this TED video as a resource.
Watch TED Video "Confessions of a Depressed Comic"

Kahn Academy

Watch. Practice. Learn almost anything—for free. What started out as Sal making a few algebra videos for his cousins has grown to over 2,100 videos and 100 self-paced exercises and assessments covering everything from arithmetic to physics, finance, and history. Learn More about Kahn Academy

College Savings Plans

The earlier financial planning takes place the better.
Michigan has two programs to assist families in this effort.

State of Michigan College Savings Plans

The earlier financial planning takes place the better. Michigan has two programs to assist families in this effort.

Michigan Education Trust (MET) is a prepaid tuition program that allows parents, grandparents, or others to pre-purchase undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees. For additional information about MET, call 1-800-MET-4-KID (1-800-638-4543) or visit the website at www.setwithmet.com.

Michigan Education Savings Program (MESP)

MESP is designed to assist families with preparing for higher education expenses. Parents and others can open an account for a child/beneficiary that can grow through regular contributions and through investment growth. Various investment options are available. For additional information about MESP, call 1-877-861-MESP (1-877-861-6377) or visit the website at www.misaves.com.