The First Six Weeks of School — Grades 7 to 8
The start of a new school year is crucial for students, particularly those in grades 7 and 8. As your child transitions into these formative years, monitoring key areas that can impact their academic success and overall well-being is essential. Here are some important factors to watch for and school success tips to help your […] […]
The First Six Weeks of School — Grades 4 to 6
As students enter Grades 4 to 6, the demands of school begin to shift significantly. The workload increases, expectations rise, and students are required to develop more advanced organizational skills. Ensuring your child gets off to a good start in these formative years is crucial for their academic success and overall well-being. Here are some […] […]
10 Tips to Having Math Success
Being successful with math isn’t always the easiest. Math can be overwhelming to some students. Luckily, math is the kind of language that always has an answer. If a new unit begins and students are still struggling to understand the concepts from the previous one, it becomes easy to fall behind. Math isn’t an inherited skill, […] […]
11 Tips For Helping Your Child Manage A Lot Of Homework
One of the easiest ways for students to develop confidence in class is being able to turn in homework completed and on time. But in order to accomplish this, students need a strategy for tackling homework—especially when there is a lot to do. It’s not uncommon for parents to hear, “I have too much homework […] […]
Why is my child getting bad grades and what can I do about it?
Bad grades in school can be caused by any number of problem areas (and sometimes more than one). Being able to pinpoint the issue(s) is the first step to fixing it. Here’s the 8 trouble spots we notice that negatively impact learning; the good news is, we can help with every single one of them! […] […]
Homework’s Here. What’s Your Plan?
While many students and parents would rejoice to have no more homework, the reality is it’s here to stay. Homework planning is essential. So What’s Your Family’s Homework Plan? Creating a habit around homework is essential to getting work done on time, eliminating stress and frustration, and balancing schoolwork with other activities. Here’s a synopsis […] […]
No More Homework?
AImagine this scenario: It’s parent-teacher night at your child school? Besides the usual getting-to-know-you conversation, the teacher(s) all have some news about how they will help your child learn. Their strategy? No homework. While this certainly would be welcome news to students, the reaction from parents seems to be split. Would you rejoice knowing the […] […]
The #1 Way to Get Organized
School is back in session and students everywhere are starting fresh with optimism of being better organized and getting better grades this school year. One surefire way to stay organized is utilizing a tool that almost every school offers: an agenda. Don’t stuff it at the bottom of your locker or backpack or leave it […] […]
Academic Action Plan
Feeling a bit sluggish heading back to class after the holidays? It can take a few days to get back into the routine (even if you did your best to stay on track with schedules and learning over the break!) but now is a crucial time to buckle down and tackle trouble areas. For high […] […]
How Do I Help My Child in French When I Don’t Speak It?
Regardless of the level of French study your child is participating in, it can be frustrating not being able to help with homework or studying for tests. Some math or English homework may take a moment for parents to remember how things are done, but in French, many parents feel completely helpless and discouraged at […] […]