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 […] […]
The First Six Weeks of School—Grades 1 to 3
Put your hand up if your family could use some school readiness tips! The beginning of the school year is exciting yet challenging for young children. As they transition from the relaxed days of summer to the structured classroom environment, it’s natural for them to encounter a few bumps along the way. Parents and educators […] […]
Homework Procrastination: Why Do Students Procrastinate?
Does your child struggle with homework procrastination? Did you find out that your child has a big homework project… and it’s due tomorrow? Why do students procrastinate on homework and put off a big project until the last minute? Despite what some parents might believe, it’s not because your child is lazy, doesn’t want to […] […]
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 […] […]
How To Study At Home (Without Getting Distracted)
Studying at home has its perks: it’s a comfortable, low-pressure environment. However, there are a few reasons it can be difficult to study at home; with so many distractions, it’s easy to procrastinate—when you do start, it’s easy to get off track. At home, procrastination and distraction can prevent you from accomplishing what you need […] […]
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! […] […]
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 […] […]
Project Plan of Attack
Have an upcoming project and have no idea how to get started? Beginning is usually the hardest part, but once the ball is rolling, you’ll see how easy it is to complete a large task effectively and on time. Tips: Ask ‘Why is this important?’: Take some time before beginning to think of why the […] […]
Checklist: Use Your School Agenda Like a Pro
Click image to print off our agenda how-to checklist and start using your agenda the ways the pros do! […]