Summer is officially over and kids are back in school. In some households, back to school also means back to stress. So, how can parents make the transition into the school year more successful and less stressful? This week, I was able to interview with WTOP radio about starting off a successful school year without the stress. … Read more
The 4th quarter is often a difficult time of year for students to maintain focus and motivation at school. Here are 10 easy ways to help your kids avoid the 4th quarter slump and finish out the school year strong: Designated Homework Time: If following through with homework is becoming problematic, consider “Designated Homework Time,” … Read more
It’s a new year, which means we are all trying to develop habits that we can sustain for the next 12 months or longer. As you know, this is often easier said than done, especially when it comes to helping our kids develop habits to help them succeed in school. But rest assured, because this … Read more
Helping to encourage and motivate a student who might be feeling negative towards school is no easy task, but our tutors have had great success as they work with students one-to-one. I asked a few of our tutors how they motivate their students on a daily basis. Here’s what they said: For memory and … Read more
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