Paper planners can help students build executive function skills like planning, organization, and time management. Learn why this simple tool can help students turn assignments and deadlines into an actionable plan.
The school year is over, but if you’re still replaying the homework battles, the grades that didn’t add up, or how much managing you had to do just to keep things moving, that feeling is worth paying attention to.
In this blog, we walk through five signs your child might benefit from some extra support this summer, before the whole cycle starts again in August.
It’s that time of year. Kids are dreaming about sleeping in, hanging out with friends, and zero homework for three months straight. Parents are wondering how their child will fill the days, and whether the study habits they worked so hard to build will still be there in August. If any of that sounds familiar, … Read more
For students, weak executive functions manifest as missed assignments, poor time management, and difficulty getting started when the stakes are real. Yet many executive function coaching programs teach these skills apart from the work that’s causing the stress, leaving parents wondering how those lessons translate to daily school demands. At Educational Connections, we take a … Read more
When academic motivation starts to fade, many parents feel stuck between pushing harder and backing off.
In this blog, learn how small shifts in language and strategy can help rebuild your student’s academic motivation without daily power struggles.
Subjects like math, where each topic builds on the last, are very unforgiving. It can be easy to fall behind while learning a complex, cumulative topic. Here’s how to help your child catch up.
Different note-taking strategies aren’t always taught in the classroom and sometimes students need help understanding why it’s so important and the best ways to go about it. In this blog, we’ll explain five different note-taking strategies to set your student up for success.
Many students know they need help in school, but hesitate when it comes time to raise their hand or stay after class to talk to the teacher. Often, this hesitation comes from a fear of standing out or looking “dumb” in front of classmates. Many worry about what their peers think and even fear their … Read more
If you’re tired of late-night scrambles and watching your capable child put things off until the last minute, you’re not alone.
In this blog, we break down a practical 5-step plan that helps students overcome procrastination and build confidence starting tonight.
Phones don’t have to be the enemy of productivity.
In this blog, our Executive Function Coach shares three of her favorite free apps that help students stay focused, organized, and motivated without giving up their screens.