TEFA IEP Requirements: A Complete Guide for Texas Families (2026–2027)
The TEFA IEP requirements are becoming increasingly important for Texas families preparing for the 2026–2027 school year. To qualify for the highest levels of TEFA (Texas Education Freedom Account) funding—especially for students with special [...]
Attention vs. Distraction: How to Help Your Teen Study Smarter in a Noisy World
Your teen just got home from school. They sit down to study. Their book is open, laptop on, but then ding, a notification pops up. They tell themselves "it's just one text" or "just [...]
3 Small Changes That Can Supercharge Your Teen’s Memory
Has your teen studied for hours only to forget everything on test day? The truth is, your student is not alone in this experience! As parents, we tend to assume that memory works like [...]
Why Spacing Beats Cramming, And Helps Students Remember More
Cramming may seem like the fastest way to prepare for an upcoming test, but science says it's one of the least effective ways to learn and retain information. When pulling an all-nighter before your [...]
Struggling in School? 5 Reasons Why It’s a Good Sign For Your Teen
When struggling in school, it can feel like all hope is lost for the student. Naturally, as a parent, this feels concerning. Whether the student is experiencing failing grades, late assignments, or other academic [...]
What is the Real Ideal Class Length?
Does your student disengage from the classroom or zone out halfway through a lecture? While most schools stick to traditional class lengths, research actually suggests there's an ideal class length for maximizing a student's [...]
The Why’s and How’s of Student Organization in Middle and High School
Having a strong academic foundation is essential for long term success as a student. No other skill is as important as student organization. It not only readies middle and high school students for life [...]
3 Key Times When Different Learning and Developmental Timelines Impact Students Most
As parents, we often wonder what age our children should be before they start learning certain things. We want to make sure we're not pushing them too hard, or not giving them enough opportunities [...]