Father’s Day Happy Father’s Day to all of our dads! This year, we wanted to take a moment to talk about where Father’s Day comes from and show what our students think about their dads. Father’s Day dates …
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Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?
Starting kindergarten will be one of the biggest milestones of your child’s life—it will also be one of the biggest milestones in your parenting life. Kissing your child goodbye on that first day of kindergarten will not only be a …
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Should Your Child Take Geometry This Summer?
Should Your Child Take Geometry This Summer? 4 Questions to Ask First I teach Algebra and Geometry at an educational enrichment company that focuses on helping students excel, so I get questions like this frequently from both parents and …
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The ACT and the New SAT: Which Is Best for Your Students
How do you pick between the ACT and the SAT when you don’t even know what’s on them anymore? Sure, at first glance the changes to the New SAT make it look like they’re the same test. OK, maybe, not …
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What is STEAM in Education?
In the field of education, while STEM topics—science, technology, engineering, and math—play fairly visible roles in students’ instruction, another subject is gaining a better grip on K-12 teaching philosophy and turning the STEM concept into the more well-rounded STEAM education. …
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Common Educational Terms: A Glossary
Are you confused when you hear educational jargon? Whether you read news articles on education, discuss your child’s progress with a teacher, or even read our blog posts, it’s almost impossible to avoid these educational words. Just like medical jargon …
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Common Grammar Questions: Ask Emily
You may remember my post on “Common English Grammar Mistakes Kids Should Avoid at All Costs,” and if so, you probably also remember my…ahem…tiny (ok, who am I kidding? Large. Very large.) rant about the word “grammar.” I still stand …
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How to Write a Successful College Application Essay: A Step by Step Guide to Strategy
Which After-School Educational Program Is Right For Your Child?
When people think of adding an educational program for their children outside of school, they often think of tutoring first. But is tutoring the best choice? For a more well-rounded and in-depth program, students may benefit more from an after-school …
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7 Common Signs Your Child Needs Math Tutoring
Math is one of the most common subjects in which students struggle. It is important for struggling students to get help as soon as possible because learning math is a sequence of interdependent steps. One must fully understand the concepts …
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