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Preparing Your Student for an Interview
For one reason or another, students inevitably have to interview. Whether the student is doing an admissions interview, trying to land a job, or going
Helping your Student Succeed with Habits & Routines
I may never have completed college if not for Bob Barker. I love a good gameshow and whenever I hear the iconic “COME ON DOWN!”
5 Ways to Motivate Students Who Don’t Want to Study
Our motivation is central to our behavior! Motivation influences HOW we show up and WHY we show up. Sometimes, we all need an extra-boost of
Why Smart Students Struggle in School
Gifted, intelligent students have the world at their feet. They have the ability to breeze through classes, earn impressive grades, and build a successful
Understanding Executive Function
Chances are, if you’re reading this, you’ve heard the term Executive Function used a lot. There’s a good reason for that; Executive Functioning skills are
Keeping Your Student Productive Through the Winter
As the year progresses and we get into the heart of winter, lots of students find it harder to stay productive. At first, it may
How to Help Your Student Get out of a Slump
We all get stuck sometimes. Recently, we spoke about Seasonal Affective Disorder, but really, there are endless possible reasons for why it happens. Whether due
5 Ways to Help Your Student Set Goals for the New Year
With the new year right around the corner, many students have the opportunity for a fresh start. This time of the year presents a great
6 Tips to Help Students Stay Well-Rested
Getting enough rest is an important part of being successful in any area, and this is even more true for students. We’ve already explored the
What’s Happening with HISD?
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) has come under fire recently, as the Texas Education Agency (TEA) threatens to take over HISD’s elected board of
Subject Spotlight: Chemistry
What is the hardest subject in highschool? Some would say Calculus. Others would throw out AP World History or APSpanish Language and Culture. In all
Procrastination vs Proactiveness
It’s Thursday evening and you’re frantically working to finish up this science project due tomorrow morning at 8am. Tired, anxious, and annoyed that you can’t
Parent Cheerleaders
I think we can all agree that every parent wants their children to do well. Whether academically, athletically, or socially, seeing their children succeed is
How Memory Works
“I have a bad memory.” This is one of my least favorite phrases in the English language. I have to remind students every day that
Staying Healthy in School
As the school year goes on and the weather gets colder, students spend more and more time indoors. While there are some great things about
Helicopter Parenting
Nobody likes a helicopter parent, right? Most of us have heard the words used at some point, probably in a critical way, but what exactly
Why Exercise Matters for Students
Modern-day students spend most of their waking hours sharpening their minds at school, building relationships with friends and families, and pursuing a wide variety of
The Importance of Establishing Routines
It’s that time of year again. School is back in session, and teachers and students alike are re-adjusting to their normal schedules. Even for students
Coffee and Kids
Lots of people drink coffee. It’s one of the most commonly consumed beverages on the planet. While here in the US, it’s mostly adults who
Fixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset
“The challenges we face are irrelevant. I only care about your response.” One of my favorite teachers and mentors repeated this axiom weekly during my
Art & Executive Function
Ask any parent, and they’ll tell you art projects are a great way of keeping kids occupied in a healthy way. Finger painting, sculpting clay,
Outdoor Activities Continued
Students today spend more time inside than ever before. More time outside means more opportunities for everything from sunburn and bug bites to more serious
Controlling Fight, Flight, or Freeze
Your teacher walks in. Surprise! Today, you will be taking a pop quiz. Let’s survey the room and take in the different responses. Some students
Overscheduled
These days, there are lots of options available for after-school activities. From sports teams and karate classes to math clubs and music lessons, there’s something
