When a sixth grader reaches for a calculator to solve 8 x 7, we have to ask: are calculators helping students learn math—or making them forget how? In today's tech-saturated classrooms, calculators are more accessible than ever. But as convenient as they are, their role in developing strong math skills—especially in middle school—is more complicated [...]
Before your high school student chooses which classes to take, it's important to understand the differences between Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment classes. Although each course is designed to be rigorous and college-level, there are a few significant differences between the two formats. Here's an introduction to college-level courses at The Tenney School: Why Take [...]
Students that are not performing at the level their teachers know they are capable of can be a source of frustration for both teachers and parents. The Tenney School's one-to-one learning model offers natural solutions for addressing many of these issues. Here is an overview of why your student's academic performance may be frustrating [...]
Should cell phones be allowed in school? As cell phones have developed, the role of them in the classroom have become increasingly blurred. Many teachers stand firmly by the fact that they disrupt the classroom and should be banned. Other teachers rely on them as a way to further engagement in the class. Let's [...]
Graduating early from high school can be an exciting prospect for many students. Chances are you're already considering it if you're coming across this article. That's why I want to give you 5 benefits for graduating early from high school to see if it's right for you! 1. Taking a Gap Year Many high [...]
Customized instruction is an important aspect that is often overlooked in the classroom. It's no secret that children learn at different speeds and in different ways. Take a peek into any classroom and you'll see some students gravitating to technology. Others prefer to talk through processes. Still, others draw, write, or puzzle their way through [...]
While most parents believe their child is gifted at something, most people don’t know if or how their child can be accepted into a Gifted and Talented (GT) program. Federal criteria for GT programs is somewhat fuzzy, making the issue even more confusing. Let’s take a closer look at the Gifted and Talented program [...]
Student anxiety is a growing concern for parents across the globe. COVID-19 has sent everybody home for the foreseeable in order to control the spread of the virus. On one hand, we have never been better equipped for this kind of pandemic. Mobile devices and Wi-Fi, communication and learning platforms, cloud-shared documents, and video [...]
As a private school marketer, I closely work with families during the admissions process and have seen the dos and don'ts of admissions. In 2024, private schools have become a popular alternative to public schools, while many parents are having difficulty navigating the competitive admissions process. Private school acceptance strategies vary from school to [...]
Studying takes a lot of time and effort. While we are young we form behaviors and habits that will be with us all our lives and this also reflects in the way we learn something new. Being able to learn efficiently will not help someone only during exams. It is a lifelong skill that [...]
