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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How to Prepare for the Exorbitant Cost of College
We no longer live in an age where students can subsidize their education with a part-time job, a small loan or scholarship, and a little bit of help from their parents.
So what can you do now to cover your child’s college costs later? In this guest blog by The College Funding Coach, we have tips for parents in the early-stage and late-stage of planning.
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.
Have an Academic Concern? Here’s How to Effectively Communicate with Your Child’s Teacher
It’s conference season! The time of year when many parents get a peek (in-person or virtually) inside their child’s classroom, and get a glimpse at their social and academic progress.
Whether you’re heading to a conference or reaching out to a teacher with concerns, we’re sharing how to effectively communicate with your child’s teacher, exactly what to say, and how to better understand what’s really going on at school.
How to Help a “Time Blind” Student
Students who are “time blind” struggle to manage their time effectively because they aren’t aware of how much time is actually ticking by. This makes it challenging for a time blind student to complete their daily schoolwork and other responsibilities, as well as plan ahead for their future.
So how can parents help a time blind student become more productive?
4 Signs Your Child Needs a Tutor
There are obvious indicators, like grades or a child who regularly complains that they “can’t stand school.” But there are also more subtle signs that a student is struggling academically and needs help.
In this blog, we’ll explore some signs that show your student needs individualized academic attention to catch up and build confidence.
5 Ways to Instill Student Time Management Skills
When students are in control of their time and schedule, it leads to increased confidence, efficiency, and overall success.
In this article, we’ll share five time management tips to help students achieve their goals and get more done in less time, including some of our executive function coaches favorite strategies.