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Executive Functioning

The Five R’s of Note-Taking

Have you ever watched a student highlight entire pages of a textbook, only to forget the material the next day? Or perhaps you’ve seen your

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Writing as a Learning Skill

Writing as a Learning Skill Students often see writing as a means to an end. They are either good writers or not good writers; it’s

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How to Reset Between Semesters

How to Reset Between Semesters Students overlook the transition between the fall and spring semesters. Much like how career athletes rave about the importance of

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Crushing Standardized Test Day

Performing well on standardized tests like the SAT or ACT requires more than just mastering vocabulary and math formulas. It demands focus, composure, and the

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Two Unconventional Time Management Tips

Time management is a skill that eludes many students, particularly those juggling schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and social lives. With a packed schedule, finding time for

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Growth Mindset

Section 1: Understanding the Growth Mindset The Growth Mindset, pioneered by psychologist Carol Dweck, is rooted in the belief that intelligence, abilities, and talents are

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Planner Basics

Calendars and planners may seem like similar tools, but they serve distinct and complementary functions. Calendars are essential for scheduling events, while planners are key

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The Exam Prep Cycle

The Challenge of Exams Exams are often a source of anxiety and pressure for students, but the challenge isn’t always rooted in a lack of

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Rethinking Class Preparation

Rethinking Class Preparation As students progress through school, their approach to class time evolves significantly. Imagine a boat navigating a river, with two distinct banks

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Conquering College

Conquering College The leap from high school to college is one of the most transformative—and challenging—experiences in a young adult’s life. It’s a time that

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Communication & Self-Advocacy

Communication & Self-Advocacy Effective communication with teachers is a critical skill for students, especially in the modern age. Teacher communication is a pivotal component of

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Why We Take Notes

Why We Take Notes Let’s talk about note-taking. This will not be a drawn out post about the Cornell method or venn diagramming. Instead, we’re

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An Effective First Week of School

Students often struggle with assignments during the first week or two. To be clear, this isn’t because there are too many assignments; rather, it’s often

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Why Cramming Doesn’t Work

As students head back to school in the next few weeks, there’s a sense of optimism. Back to school season is a time of fresh

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Keeping Summer Math Packets Effective

This blog post is about a controversial subject. Well, it’s a controversial subject for students, at least. As summer approaches, students eagerly anticipate a break

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Between Exams & Summer Vacation

As the final exams conclude, a common scene unfolds among students: stacks of notes are discarded, textbooks close for the last time, and school-built routines

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Preparing for Cumulative Exams

For better or worse, cumulative exams are a constant of academic life. Although they seem like mere elongated versions of traditional assessments, in reality, these

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