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Education Info

31 Mar, 2025

Study Smarter, Not Harder for Finals

2025-03-25T14:00:34-05:00Monday, March 31, 2025|Testing Strategies, Education Info, Learning Strategies|

It's nearing the end of the semester and finals are right around the corner. A little nervous about what lies ahead? Don't worry, you're not the only one. No matter how well you've done during the semester, finals week can leave anyone feeling a bit stressed. However, with a little bit of preparation and some [...]

21 Mar, 2025

Understanding the Differences Between Dual Enrollment and Advanced Placement Courses

2025-03-20T10:53:42-05:00Friday, March 21, 2025|Education Info, Customized Curriculum, Private School|

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 [...]

17 Mar, 2025

6 Strategies to Re-Engage Students Post-Break

2025-03-04T10:30:17-06:00Monday, March 17, 2025|Learning Strategies, Education Info|

Holiday breaks are inevitable throughout the school calendar. Whether it is a summer vacation, Thanksgiving, or winter break, students will take a break from learning for a specific time. These holiday breaks are necessary for student's mental health and wellness. However, these holiday breaks can distract students regardless of age and level of education. [...]

10 Mar, 2025

5 Effective Strategies to Ease Homework Stress

2025-03-03T10:32:45-06:00Monday, March 10, 2025|Student Health, Education Info|

High school students spend an average of 4-5 hours per week on homework. Students in higher-level classes often deal with greater homework loads. Even in elementary and middle school, students may find themselves dealing with nightly homework, projects, and other assignments that have to be completed outside school hours. High amounts of homework, especially if the [...]

3 Mar, 2025

One-on-One Instruction to Eliminate Boredom and Keep Your Child Engaged

2025-02-28T08:25:20-06:00Monday, March 3, 2025|Learning Strategies, Education Info|

Why is school boring? If you think about it, this is a common complaint. A lot of kids think that school is boring. That's why you hear about students skipping school. Or if they're not old enough to skip school, they're talking to other kids in class. Or they're staring out the window or [...]

28 Feb, 2025

Why Do Teachers and Parents Get Frustrated With Students?

2025-02-28T08:23:22-06:00Friday, February 28, 2025|Customized Curriculum, Education Info, Parents, Private School, Student Health, Teachers|

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 [...]

24 Feb, 2025

Five Ways to Help Your Shy Child Thrive (Without Forcing Them to Change)

2025-02-18T12:37:06-06:00Monday, February 24, 2025|Student Health, Education Info|

Have you ever heard a conversation go like this about your shy child: "Your kid is so quiet! She barely says a word." "Yeah, she's our introverted one. We're working on that. Come on, can't you say hello?" "Don't worry, I was a shy kid too. She'll grow out of it." It is not [...]

21 Feb, 2025

The Future of Education: How Visual Learning Takes the Lead

2025-02-18T12:35:09-06:00Friday, February 21, 2025|Education Info|

Education evolves as new technologies, methods, and techniques emerge to enhance learning outcomes. Visual learning is one such approach that proves to be highly effective. It uses visual aids such as videos, images, graphics, and whiteboard presentations to facilitate learning. Moreover, this enables students to understand and retain ideas and information better. Here's what [...]

17 Feb, 2025

Are Private Schools a Better Option Than Public Schools?

2025-02-13T09:31:09-06:00Monday, February 17, 2025|Private School, Education Info|

To understand if private schools are ahead of public schools, we'd first need to understand the differences between the two. What Are Public Schools? Public schools are institutions that offer free or subsidized education via taxation (I.e., local, state, and/or federal) for students. The curriculum is designed based on a set of courses a [...]

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