We’d like to introduce Adam Sullivan: a teacher and curriculum writer who is in his third year of working at A Grade Ahead. An alumni of Otterbein University, he has a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Mathematics and a Grades …
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5 Characteristics of a Good Teacher
When I started writing this article, I knew what I thought makes a good teacher, but I couldn’t help but wonder if other people agreed with me. Are there universal characteristics of a good teacher, or does everyone disagree? Well, …
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To-Do List for College Freshmen
Congratulations! You’ve been accepted into your college or university of choice! You’ve done all the hard work of passing your college entrance exams, filling out your applications, and writing a ton of personalized essays to pique the interests of college …
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The Benefits of Creating a Student Travel Journal or Scrapbook
The benefits of creating a travel journal are many. A student travel journal not only is a great way to practice children’s writing skills but also become a place to gather the memories of a trip, whether short or far. …
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What’s New at A Grade Ahead—Summer 2018
A Grade Ahead has been busy over the past six months. All students across the system participated in new curriculum in May called Application and Development. We wrapped up the 2017-2018 school year and all students moved “a grade ahead” …
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The Top 5 English Grammar Lessons Students Should Not Forget
Not everyone is a natural writer. For many people, translating and wrangling English grammar lessons into thoughts that make sense on paper is a task that takes a lot of hard work and constant practice. However, whether one was born …
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Computer-based Tests: The Future of Standardized Testing
Are your student’s standardized tests online? Are they going to be? Why are computer-based tests becoming so popular anyway? The Future of Standardized Testing For those of you who aren’t in the mood to watch the video, let me give …
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Water Crafts Kids Can Do Outside
Unsupervised play promotes creativity in children, but outdoor structured play that is fun and hands on can have the same effect. Crafting is a great way to get kids involved using their imagination and seeing a finished product. The beauty …
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A Grade Ahead’s Employee Spotlight Series: Meet Our Teacher and Admin, Johnny Taylor
Johnny is an administrator and teacher who attended Xavier University for three years and completed his Bachelors of Science in Education at Otterbein University. He is a valuable member of the A Grade Ahead team who wears many hats for …
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5 Educational Food Outings for Kids
With summer finally in sight, many parents may be scrambling to think of ways to keep kids learning during those long months where they are free of school. Luckily, the lovely weather associated with this time of year provides many …
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