loading… Learning a new language is an exciting journey, but it can also come with challenges, especially when there are gaps in vocabulary or grammar knowledge. Whether you’re struggling to recall key terms, feeling lost when it comes to grammar rules, or just trying to make your study sessions more engaging, you’re not alone. These … Read more
loading… For many students, math can be a daunting subject, especially when they’ve fallen behind. This can lead to test-taking anxiety, a fear of participating in class, and difficulty completing homework on time. If this sounds familiar, try the following tips to supplement a current math study routine and get back on track. 1. Communicate … Read more
loading… Lacking motivation? Irritable? Frustrated? Unable to focus? The last few years have been rough for many students (and adults!). Over the past few months, we’ve received an increased number of requests to support middle school students, high school students, and college freshmen and sophomores with executive functioning skills, including organization, planning, prioritization, task initiation, … Read more
loading… How It All Started It seems straightforward for anyone who has worked with middle school or high school students. Perhaps you’ve seen a backpack full of crumpled papers, or a student so overwhelmed with different short- and long-term assignments and expectations that they shut down. Put simply, students who aren’t able to organize, prioritize, … Read more
loading… Sharing interests, hobbies and extracurricular activities can be nerve-wracking, especially since the Common Application’s ‘Activities’ section offers ten spots with very short descriptions. In our office, we suggest students create a log beforehand so they can work through their descriptions. For those students also applying to the University of California schools, a thoughtful activities … Read more
loading… There were 346 school shootings in 2023, which is the highest total on record since at least 1966. This senseless violence can be impossible to comprehend, and it can feel impossible to put feelings into words. Gun violence, while immense, is just one of the many fears students may carry with them when entering … Read more