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 big exam it can temporarily give you a short-term boost in learning, but truth is that the information you 'crammed' [...]
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 challenges there is one silver lining. There's something that many families overlook: struggling in school can actually be a good [...]
Gifted students are often under-served in traditional public schools, and need a unique environment to succeed and reach their full potential. These students pose a challenge among the educational model given their innate ability to succeed, deep interest in educational materials, and need for new information. Often, they feel unchallenged by typical courses and [...]
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 [...]
Transitioning to middle school is one of the hardest most students will face. Moving into elementary school is like transitioning to a whole new world. Unfortunately, many parents don't understand what their students will be facing as they move into those critical middle school years. Do you know how to get your child ready [...]
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 [...]
Social advantages are a key benefit of many small private schools. The U.S. Department of Education had a number of benefits found by their research on small private school. They had this to report based on the research: Private school students perform higher than public school students on achievement tests. Private high schools are [...]
Choosing textbooks for students offers an interesting question for many school districts. The rise of the e-reader, alongside initiatives to put laptops and tablets in many classrooms, has led to many schools that rely on digital textbooks in order to provide students with access to critical information. In many cases, however, this hasn't turned [...]
The debate on the difference between public and private schools has been persistent for quite long. And for sure, although both are built on the same model and are fundamentally designed to play the same role, there are things that subtly set them apart. If you are a parent and are thinking of sending [...]
Attending a small school can be incredibly advantageous for any individual student. Whether your student is not socially ready for the environment at a large school with so much ongoing commotion, or your student is serious about their studies and wants to focus on learning – a small school could be a great fit [...]
