Problem solving and critical thinking are some of the top skills that both schools and parents are worried about students learning. But while saying that it’s important is easy, figuring out how to help students learn it is hard! That’s …
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10 Great Ghost Stories from Modern Authors
With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to get into the spirit of spooks and ghouls! No matter if your kids are going to be dressing up as princess Spider-men or a heroic space-pirates, you can get their Halloween …
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A GRADE AHEAD’S EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT SERIES: Meet Our Graphic designer, Sarah Laatsch
We have the pleasure of introducing you to our graphic designer Sarah Laatsch. Sarah received her degree in graphic design from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. She has been with the company in a variety of roles for about three …
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What’s New at A Grade Ahead? Fall 2018
Fall is always a very busy time at A Grade Ahead and 2018 is no exception. We pride ourselves in keeping our curriculum current and are proud to have recently added a new high level math program for high schoolers, …
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Signs Your Child is Bored in School
It’s not unusual for children to complain every now and then that school is boring. Typically, what they are actually telling us is they do not like the subject, or there is a specific topic being taught that they do …
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5 Most Common Mistakes Students Make on Tests
In my nearly 7 years now of being an after school enrichment teacher, I have given and graded many assessments, quizzes, and tests. And it seems every time, the same several mistakes happen, regardless of the student. The great news: …
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Should Students Memorize Times Tables?
Everyone can agree that multiplication is a necessary part of a student’s early math education. Something that is not agreed on is if memorizing multiplication facts is essential. There is much debate over the question “Should students memorize times tables?” …
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A Grade Ahead Employee Spotlight Series: Meet Joshua Adams
Josh wears duel hats with A Grade Ahead, excelling as both a teacher and administrative assistant. His kind and energetic personality is highly contagious and creates a wonderful relationship with his students who range from 1st grade to High School. …
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A Free Fairytale Coloring Page: Thanks for Taking Test 1
Last week, the A Grade Ahead academy students completed Curriculum Test 1. This week, we’re offering them a free fairytale coloring page as a reward. Here is a pdf of the coloring page so that you can download it and …
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Why Should Students Learn to Factor Over the Integers?
It’s hard to explain. Honestly, when people ask, “Why should students learn to factor over the integers? Can’t they use the quadratic formula instead?” I can’t just say, “Factoring is faster.” Because it isn’t – yet. Not at first. You …
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