As parents we have been grappling over what would be the best course for our child's education…read moresince they were born. Learning about the Scholars Academy and their virtual offerings seems like kismet. Dr. Laura Lowder has taken extensive time to explain the program and to answer all of our questions. We are so excited for our child to start kindergarten and to be part of the Scholars Academy.

Let me start by saying that we have been blown away by the support that we have received in…read moretransitioning our son, a former homeschooler to a virtual student at Scholars Academy. Dr. Lowder has went above and beyond to make this process as smooth and painless as possible. She has answered any question or concern that we have had with so much patience and empathy and we are beyond thankful. Our gifted child has struggled with burnout while homeschooled but we truly believe that Scholars Academy will open so many doors and opportunities for him to thrive and love to learn as he naturally does. It is so rare to find a school that focuses on the child as an individual and not just another number. If you are on the fence about enrolling, please don't be! Scholars Academy is a gem!

The North Carolina teen driving process felt overwhelming as someone coming from another state…read more Building Confidence Driving School helped improve my understanding of the NC process and made getting my son his driver's license much easier. DMV appointments are difficult to get and availability can be months out. However, my son was able to take the road test through the school which eliminated the waiting period. Angelo was a great instructor who was patient and easy to work with. He even took my son to the DMV to get his driver's license after they completed the road test. I'd definitely recommend Building Confidence Driving School to any parents of a teenager trying to obtain their license. The school will be there to help you and your teen meet the requirements process, while also helping you avoid the hassle that comes in dealing with the NCDMV.

I can NOT express enough how relieved and grateful I am to have found Building Confident Driving…read moreSchool. I ended up in a sticky situation with another establishment I had put multiple driving hours in with but due to their road vehicle no longer being available I had to quickly find another company to help me with my DMV road test. Not only did I ace my road test but their team was professional, very knowledgeable in the requirements (learner permits, non-owner car insurance, etc.) and held my hand through the entire process. Gratitude to Angelo and Lisa.,

Always responsive when I call or stop by with questions. The Womacks are passionate about the…read moreSanford and Lee county.

Although Salem Baptist Christian school is not perfect (because no one is), they certainly are a…read moregood school. Teachers at Salem care deeply about all of their students and strive to make them more like Christ every day. Staff at Salem Baptist give abundant grace to students, but also are not afraid to discipline students who intentionally go against the values of the school, while at the same prioritizing their health and safety. Salem Baptist stands firm in the principles that the Bible teaches because they know them to be true. The staff at Salem do their best to make sure every student feels safe and loved, and put rules in place to ensure students are treated so. Additionally, students at Salem are well educated, and teachers use different teaching styles to incorporate the learning styles of students. They also go out of their way to make sure students understand the topics being taught and highlight the significance of these topics. Many godly friendships and relationships are made at this school. Enrolling your kids in Salem Baptist Christian School guarantees they will be given a Biblically based education and many opportunities to grow in their relationship with Christ alongside others.

Food in the cafeteria is great! Always fresh and lots of options. Great prices, too! The staff is…read morealways nice and accommodating.

So much fun! We had them come out for my son's 8th birthday party. Isaac (or "Mr. Coffee") came out…read moreand brought everything for building robots. My son and his friends had a blast! There weren't a lot of kids so they were able to have many battles. They each got to work on a robot, adding pieces to a pre-made body for battles. Isaac explained very well what was going to happen and how to do everything. It was neat watching all the kids design their robots! By the end, the parents were even jumping in and working on them with the kids! Great birthday party, my son said it was his favorite! They are based out of Cary/Morrisville but will travel. I have a feeling him and his friends will be talking about this party for a while.

From the owner: Educational camps for kids ages 4 to 14. We bring science, technology, engineering and math (STEM)…read morein a fun and challenging way through classes, camps, clubs and parties. Examples of full and half-day camps we offer include MinecraftEDU, Electronic Game Design, Robotic Olympics, Robotics and plenty of others! Check our website for all of the camps we have available. We are proud to inspire children to build on their natural curiosity by teaching engineering concepts through hands-on learning. Engineering and STEM careers are, after all, one of the fastest growing industries in the world!

As an educator, I am always so excited when I see other educators go beyond the classroom to help…read morechildren and families. For this #ThankfulThursday, my attention is turning to Dr. De'Shaunda Hampton and what she is doing at her company, Hampton Education Consulting Company (HECC), a #BlackOwned and #WomanOwned Business. I should disclose that Dr. Hampton is an acquaintance, however, her 25 years in education as a educator and administrator speaks volumes! This review is based solely on what I am witnessing her do to aid the children and community she has always served. When the pandemic hit this year, Dr. Hampton was already employed at the college level, and consulting and writing. However, she knew the children and families in Winston-Salem, NC would struggle with the new transitions in education, so she created HECC. Despite her continued grueling schedule with her work and family life, Dr. Hampton has managed to create a program through HECC that solves the issues students and parents now face, having to attend class virtually, without the assistance of in-person educators. HECC is able to teach Pre-K through 12, as well as assist college students and Adults. They do remediation, tutoring, day camp, and direct instruction. The highly rated software, MobyMax, is utilized to do pre-assessments and help determine how HECC can most assist students. Are you ready for another bonus? HECC is within FSA Eligibility guidelines because they offer Before and After School Care via the tutoring and remediation, Day Camp, and Whole Day programs. If your childcare or aftercare has closed due to COVID, Dependent Childcare FSA is now accepted at HECC! All CDC COVID-19 guidelines are strictly followed for students/parents who attend in-person lessons, and things are sanitized between classes. I have personally referred families to Hampton Education Consulting Company because I know that Dr. Hampton has a passion for education and a heart for children. Everyone has been thankful for the referrals and happy with the services. If you have a student current taking classes online, or you are taking classes yourself, and you want to ensure that you are performing at your highest level, I enthusiastically recommend Hampton Education Consulting Company to you. Make sure you let them know Kindra sent ya!

From the owner: HECC offers free education information and resources via our website to community members and…read moresupports parents with quality home and online instructional strategies that are standards based, aligned, grade and skill level appropriate, and designed to grow members. HECC also offers a range of paid services to PK-12 learners and adult college level scholars ranging from content support to academic remediation and tutoring. As well, lesson plan development, curriculum design, and coaching are offered to educators who need the additional support. Visit us or call for additional service descriptions and prices!

THIS PLACE IS AWESOME!! Send your kids here!! The staff is amazing! Crissy is an amazing director…read moreand she understands your kids needs! Highly recommend

From the owner: KidzPlay Childcare Inc…read more KidzPlay is a family-owned play-based childcare center that prioritizes creating a nurturing and engaging environment for children. Our focus is on providing a safe and fun space where kids can learn through play. With a dedicated team of caregivers, we aim to support the growth and development of each child in our care. At KidzPlay, we believe in fostering creativity, imagination, and social skills through interactive activities and play-based learning experiences. Your child's well-being and happiness are our top priorities, and we are committed to providing quality childcare that gives parents peace of mind. Welcome to KidzPlay, where play and learning go hand in hand.