Ann Dolin There are undoubtedly many differences between boys and girls. They play differently, they communicate differently, they act differently, and they like different things. But arguably one of the biggest differences between boys and girls is the way they learn. As a parent or educator, understanding the way children learn is crucial to promoting their academic … Read more
Many parents ask whether or not “private” and “independent” schools are the same thing? Here’s the skinny: A “private” school refers to any school that does not receive public funding from its state government. Within the private school world, there are several sub-categories. Parochial schools are schools linked directly to a Catholic diocese. These schools … Read more
There are many myths surrounding private schools (sometimes called independent schools), partly because so much has changed over the past 20 years. Previously, these schools were seen as elitist, expensive, and unapproachable, but times have changed. In working with many families looking for options outside of the public school system, I’ve found that there are … Read more
When parents call our office to arrange for SAT tutoring, they often ask, “What does my child need on the SAT to get into her dream school?” The answer differs from student to student based on her aspirations, but one thing remains true, the SAT is one of the most stressful aspects of the college … Read more
Just last week I had a parent ask me about the best ways to motivate her 9th grade daughter. Sheila was exasperated. She’d tried everything to get her daughter to care about her grades – from rewarding with prizes to punishing. The only thing she hadn’t tried was paying for report card grades. She said … Read more