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Traditional School vs. Dual Language School: Which Better Prepares Kids for the Future?
I was raised monolingual and monocultural, in quality traditional American public schools. The path worked for me, so it was the path I instinctively chose for my children. Fast forward a few experiments and school changes later (including international, private, parochial, traditional public schools), and today both children are in public dual language schools. That fact alone tells you I’ve changed my mind about a few things. But this is not a story about one model being “g
Vanessa Buffry
2 hours ago2 min read


The Skills Our Kids Will Actually Need (and Why Most Schools Still Aren’t Optimized for Them)
When parents talk about “future‑ready skills,” the conversation often jumps straight to coding, robotics, or whatever new technical credential feels safest this year. But here’s the quieter truth: technical skills change. Human capabilities endure. The children who thrive in the 2030s and 2040s won’t be the ones who memorized the most content. They’ll be the ones who can make sense of change, work across differences, and learn continuously without needing to be told what to d
Vanessa Buffry
2 hours ago2 min read


We Were Raised to Follow the Rules. Our Kids Are Being Raised for a Different World.
I grew up in Denver. I went to traditional public schools, spoke one language (English), did my homework, got good grades, went to excellent universities in the U.S. and abroad, and—by all the rules of the 1990s and early 2000s—did exactly what I was supposed to do. And to be clear: it worked. For a while. My parents raised me with a simple, sensible assumption that many millennial parents will recognize: If you follow the rules, get educated, and work hard, you’ll be okay. T
Vanessa Buffry
2 hours ago2 min read


Empowering Future-Ready Families Through Education Choices
In today's rapidly changing world, families face a myriad of choices when it comes to education. The decisions made today can significantly impact the future of children, shaping their skills, values, and opportunities. As parents and guardians, understanding the landscape of educational options is crucial for empowering future-ready families. This blog post will explore various educational choices, their benefits, and how families can navigate this complex terrain to ensure
Vanessa Buffry
3 hours ago4 min read
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