Learning Strategies

8 Aug, 2023

Get Your Child Ready to Learn: Back to School Tips for Parents of Middle and High Schoolers

2023-08-08T08:14:56-05:00Tuesday, August 8, 2023|Learning Strategies|

Even if they're hesitant to admit it, parents and students alike are excited for back-to-school time. Although everyone will surely miss the summer weather and fun, there are so many things to look forward to, with the new year beginning. To make the transition a little bit easier for your student, here are some back-to-school tips [...]

19 Apr, 2023

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

2023-04-25T11:23:00-05:00Wednesday, April 19, 2023|Education Info, Learning Strategies|

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 [...]

4 Apr, 2023

Beating the Summer Slide: Tips for Parents to Keep their Child Learning and Growing

2023-04-11T14:02:19-05:00Tuesday, April 4, 2023|Learning Strategies|

Summer break is a time eagerly awaited by everyone, including children across the country. The warm weather, long days, time with friends and family, and freedom from school schedules. This makes it a perfect time for kids to explore new interests and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation. However, while summer break is a time for [...]

10 Jan, 2023

6 Strategies to Re-Engage Students Post-Break

2023-01-20T09:31:20-06:00Tuesday, January 10, 2023|Education Info, Learning Strategies|

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. [...]

18 Oct, 2022

Five Ways Tutoring Promotes Academic Success

2022-11-07T10:19:37-06:00Tuesday, October 18, 2022|Education Info, Learning Strategies|

Academic tutoring for students often connects to failure in the minds of many parents and even teachers. "This student is dropping behind, so they need tutoring." "Your child failed the class, have you considered getting a summer tutor?" At The Tenney School, however, we believe that comments like these undermine the true value of [...]

11 Oct, 2022

Six Alternatives to Traditional College

2022-11-07T11:12:59-06:00Tuesday, October 11, 2022|Education Info, Learning Strategies|

Every high school graduate faces a barrage of intimidating questions about their future. What colleges did they apply to? Where did they get accepted? Where are they going? What are they studying? The push to pursue the traditional path of college directly after high school can be overwhelming. And, to be quite honest, it [...]

27 Sep, 2022

5 Practical Tips on How to Prepare for College

2022-11-07T11:15:04-06:00Tuesday, September 27, 2022|Education Info, Learning Strategies|

Going to college is a big step. It's a time for being independent, new experiences, and self-discovery. But it can also be a time of stress and anxiety. The key to a successful college experience is mental and emotional preparation. In this article, we'll share some practical tips on how to prepare for college. There [...]

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