Can Eating Candy Make You Stupid?

It just might, according to a UCLA study. Last night kids all over the country went out trick-or-treating and brought home piles of candy. Besides the obvious health issues with eating large quantities of candy like obesity and diabetes, all that sugar may have an impact on your child’s ability to think, something your child’s … Read more

How Boys and Girls Learn Differently

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

What’s the Difference Between a Private and Independent School?

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

3 Myths About Independent School

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

What’s a “Good” Score on the SAT?

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