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At A Grade Ahead, spring has sprung! With our programs running year-round, we like to celebrate and find fun throughout the year. Did you know that April is poetry month? What better time to flex creative muscles as students get …
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Many parents and caregivers (or older siblings of students) have experienced this moment: your child walks in the door after school, and instead of talking about their day, they seem irritable, withdrawn, or completely exhausted. Maybe they snap over something …
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As the days get longer and the weather grows warmer, students everywhere can feel summer vacation just around the corner. While children are eager for school break, parents must find ways to keep kids occupied during the long summer days. …
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At A Grade Ahead, we understand that math is a subject that often divides people into two groups: those who love it and those who do not. Unfortunately, math can get a bad reputation through common myths and misconceptions. Let’s …
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(and What It’s Really Telling Us) Many parents, tutors, and teachers have seen it happen. A student finishes their work quickly and then slouches in their chair, maybe stares at the clock. They may show signs of restlessness or ask …
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Winter in Central Ohio is in full force. The last week of January 2026 was one for the books. Schools across counties were closed for the week as snow covered the streets and temperatures plummeted below zero. Many children were …
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When you think of math, what do you picture? Perhaps worksheets, repetitive drills, or assessments. Although these tools have an important role in the math classroom, some of the most powerful learning experiences happen when math feels more like fun. …
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It is late January at A Grade Ahead in Central Ohio, which means schools are in full swing after winter break. Parents and children are back in the routine of balancing schoolwork with extracurricular activities. In my house, the main …
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At A Grade Ahead, our day-to-day focus is empowering students through educational enrichment in math, English, and science. That is why we understand the importance of being prepared for the spring standardized testing that will soon be happening in schools …
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(and How to Help Them Re-Engage) A Grade Ahead offers superior math and English programs to enrich your child’s academic potential. But what about when students aren’t engaged? Many parents, tutors, older siblings, or guardians have seen it happen. A …
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