At Educational Connections, we’re more than just a tutoring company.
We believe that every student, even the most accomplished ones, can use a little help with optimizing their study habits. For that reason, we incorporate skills like staying organized, planning ahead to reduce procrastination, and study techniques into most everything we do. We offer four services: Subject Tutoring, Executive Function Coaching, Test Prep, and College Consulting.
We meet students where they are. At Educational Connections, we have an outstanding tutoring program proven to fill in your child's learning gaps, keep them on track, improve executive function skills, and make parenthood a lot less stressful.
Solid test scores can make a big difference in whether students are admitted to the college or private school of their choice, even when tests are optional. Our tutors will help your child earn a higher score on high-stakes standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, and SSAT.
Our Executive Function Coaching is a unique, research-based program to help your child master the skills they need to succeed in school and life. In this program, your child will learn how to get organized, manage their time well, study effectively, and stay motivated.
Our College Consultants will create a custom roadmap to college for your teen. Your student will learn how to position their unique interests, goals, and accomplishments to stand out in the competitive college admissions process.
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Stand Out for College: 6 Ways a College Consultant can Help
With so much competition, students need help to stand out for college and learn the best ways to navigate the complicated path toward college admissions. An experienced college consultant can help them do that. In this blog, we’ll explain six ways how.
Why Is Math So Hard? School Subjects Where Falling Behind Spells Real Trouble
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.
January: A Perfect Storm for Students
January is a “perfect storm” for students, so it’s time to start planning now. The work after New Year’s tends to get more challenging and there are lots of tests and projects before the grading period ends.
And it all happens right after a two-week break! Here’s how you can help your child weather the upcoming storm.
The Power of Practice Tests and Study Guides to Boost Learning and Reduce Test Anxiety
Most students rely on re-reading their notes and textbooks to prepare for a test. Yet, this age-old approach isn’t as practical as you might think.
Learn the most powerful research-based study techniques used by our tutors and executive function coaches. I’ll also explore new research that shows practice tests (at home or school) can help students improve their grades and reduce anxiety on test day.
Taking Better Notes: 5 Effective Strategies for Students
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.
12 Habits Of Successful Students: Turn Small Actions Into Big Wins
In this post, we cover 12 habits of successful students and how you can use these small, manageable actions to create some big wins for you and your child.