Today there are increasing reports of alienation and feelings of isolation in young people. Teens, while being especially adept at social media, often feel as if they aren’t really connecting with other human beings. That’s why a small school such as The Tenney School is so effective at making students feel as if they are [...]
When you are thinking about where to send your child to school you may find yourself in the midst of an overwhelming task. Of course, you always want what is best for your child, but when local, Houston public schools are raising standards and offering more college readiness classes, is the cost of sending your [...]
We are proud to offer an opportunity for students to apply for The Tenney School Scholarship for the 2019-2020 school year. The purpose of The Tenney School Scholarship is to provide financial assistance, in the form of reduced tuition, to deserving students. While the primary criteria for scholarship awards will be need-based, significant consideration will [...]
Moving to a new school can be an intimidating experience. But moving to a new school in a new culture trumps it all. Yet many international students are flooding American schools in search of quality education. We understand that choosing a school can be a difficult decision for the international student. So we would like [...]
"Is private school or public school right for my child?" This is a huge question for any parent and one that deserves some thought. Many parents end up avoiding private schools without giving them a chance. Sending your child to public school is definitely the easier route. But sometimes the easiest is not always best. Here, we seek [...]
In the world of education, the term "school choice" carries a lot of controversy wherever it is spoken. Parents wanting the freedom to enroll their children in a school other than the public school in their district cheer for school choice programs. Public school districts worry that school choice programs will cause their funding to [...]
The future of a child depends on a lot on the type of experience they have in school. Have you been wondering if a smaller or private school would be a better experience for your child? It's a decision almost every parent has to make. Every parent wonders if their child would perform better in [...]
The Tenney School was honored to hear first hand the story of Anthony Graves. The Tenney School Crime Scene Investigation class had studied Anthony's case this fall, and were grateful he accepted their invitation to speak at our school. As a 25 year old, Anthony was convicted for the murder of six people. He was [...]
Not every child is cut out for the constant press and hustle of large public schools. While it's true that some children thrive in a crowded environment and rise to the top surrounded by hundreds and thousands of peers, not every child is like this. Many children are quiet, reserved, or work better in small [...]
As the summer is wrapping up, you may be thinking about the school year looming in the near future. The thought of the children heading back to school may fill you with excitement or trepidation depending on how satisfied you are with their school experience. The school years are some of the most important, yet [...]
