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A Teen’s Perspective on Motivation

Getting your child to become motivated is an extremely difficult and sensitive task. Frustration on the parent’s and child’s end continues to grow as parents nag their children about motivation struggles. Unfortunately, motivation is not a tangible object, which makes it even more difficult for parents and students alike to achieve good motivation. Luckily, Joseph … Read more

Private Schools: Help in Picking the Right One

I was excited to be featured in Sunday’s education edition of the Washington Post Magazine! For many parents, deciding whether private school is right for their child and which schools to apply to is overwhelming. A new book, “A Guide to Private Schools: The Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland Edition”, can help. The book, by … Read more

The Best Private Schools in the Washington DC Area

Many parents ask, “What are the best private schools in the DC area?” My answer is always, “It depends on your child.” There is a significant difference between “best” and “best fit.” So often, parents equate “best” with hardest to get into. It’s easy to assume that the harder the school is to get into, … Read more