As soon as your child enters high school, it's crucial to advise them to pick rigorous classes and unique activities, among other things. That is, you need to make sure your child is making the most of their time in high school. They can have an interesting and stand-out college application. These days, it's [...]
Your student can't succeed alone. They need an involved parent who is dedicated to their student's educational experience — in the classroom and outside of it. Here are a few ways you can get involved in your student's educational experience, as a parent of a student in grades 5-12: Be Present During Homework Time [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Choosing the right college for your future needs is an important decision, and the process can be very exciting. Many colleges and universities offer a lot of incentives to encourage potential students to consider their institutions. However, during a campus tour, keep in mind that you are likely choosing the place where you will [...]
Summertime is exciting for students and parents alike, but unfortunately, students are prone to losing crucial information during summer break. It's certainly beneficial for students to spend some time relaxing over the break. However, there are many incredible academic and social benefits to taking summer courses. Here are some of the perks of taking [...]
Every student learns at their own pace. Adapting instruction to meet them where they are is key when it comes to helping them succeed. Special education services and 504 plans are two of the most common options for helping students that may struggle to learn at grade level with no extra assistance. Here is [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Choosing a career can be one of the most challenging decisions you make in life. As high schoolers, it's important to look beyond short-term goals and consider what job will help you reach your long-term aspirations. You'll want to explore all the options before choosing a path that best fits your interests, skills, and [...]
